Copper Acorn Interior Design Studio

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Copper Acorn Interior Design Studio
7 Reviews

Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel

Full kitchen, mudroom, and pantry tear out and remodel
Project Year: 2019
Project Cost: $75,001 - $100,000
Others who worked on this project: David Sparks
Before
Kitchen before - Although there are many windows in this space, the cabinets really drew out a lot of the light and made it feel a bit dark most of the time.
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Before
Kitchen before - note the small desk space built into the kitchen with a small window above. This area was not used by the family and we decided to opt for more cabinets and continue the backsplash for balance in the design.
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Before
Kitchen before - The wall between the ovens and fridge was likely put here for insulation purposes when this home was built.
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Before
Pantry before - the 24" deep countertops held a massive amount of goods, but it made it difficult to keep things from getting lost or pushed to the back beyond reach. The deep "L" shape created a corner spot that was not accessible and a waste of space.
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Before
Mudroom before - In theory a bench and some hooks at the door are a great idea for a garage entry! For this family it was too small to be functional and always looked cluttered.
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Before
Mudroom before - a large coat closet and shoe storage kept things organized, but for this family the walls here actually created wasted space that would be better used for circulation coming in and out of the garage.
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Kitchen after - The original corner sink at the window was a perfect spot to incorporate a second prep sink using the existing plumbing. A beautiful and practical cork floor warms up the space both aesthetically and literally!
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Kitchen after - We anchored the new space with a longer island that had a higher bar height countertop for seating. The bar top was custom built out of walnut with water fall edges to lend to a modern aesthetic and really give the space some character. The higher bar counter also hides potential...
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Kitchen after - where the wall ovens used to be we opted for a small beverage center and microwave. The homeowners rarely used both ovens and preferred the convenience of a beverage cooler and coffee nook for this space.
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Pantry after - Just like the mudroom, we kept all the storage to one wall to maximize the footprint and allow for circultation in the room. A mix of storage allows for some items to be displayed and at easy reach and other bulky items to be tucked behind closed doors. Drawer storage in a pantry is...
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Kitchen after - We really wanted the color palette to be neutral but interesting. By using variations of earth tones and different materials were were able to achieve just that and accentuate the lovely outdoor space as our inspiration.
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel
Mudroom after - We removed the closet walls and used the entire back section for cabinetry that keeps outerwear concealed and tidy. Baskets keep hats and mittens contained and at and easy reach while breaking up the large wall of cabinets.
Big Rapids - kitchen and back entry remodel