Kathryn Long
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Eclectic Kitchen Renovation

Designer: Kathryn Long, ASID
Cabinet Builder: Chris Perryman: Goldsplinter Woodworking
Contractor: Everett and Brownlee
Lighting Consultant: Jonathan Bissett: Lux Lighting
Countertops: Mountain Marble + Granite

Updating a kitchen from the 1980s in North Asheville created a colorful, fun and inviting space.
Project Year: 2017
Country: United States
Zip Code: 28804
The primary challenge in updating this traditional kitchen: save the multi colored hand painted ceramic tile backsplash original to the early 1980s construction.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
The medium wood tone Alder center island also contrasts with the beige (Benjamin Moore's Quincy Tan) painted cabinets.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
The Alder center island was also enlarged a bit during the renovation.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
The medium wood stained floors also contrast well with the beige cabinets. The plan of original trac lighting was updated with LED.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
Retaining the multi colored hand painted ceramic tile backsplash was essential to the new eclectic kitchen design.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
The clients collection of Italian pottery relates will to the ceramic tile backsplash. The granite countertops are leathered to provide a practical working surface.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
Originally an alcove for the refrigerator, this area now serves as both display and storage. The orange/apricot color on the wood in the back makes the pottery collection stand out.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
The baskets, in frames that easily pull out are the perfect place to store vegetables.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
The handcrafted pot holders were original to this kitchen.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
A double bowl stainless steel undermount sink exactly met the clients needs. Faucet is Dornbradt, through Bella Hardware and Bath.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
The bookcase and display area to the left was previously unused space with a desk.
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation
Nick King Photography
Eclectic Kitchen Renovation