Paul Kohlman Photography This 1979 kitchen was a dark and closed off area of this beautiful home. By raising the dropped ceiling and revealing a large exposed beam, the kitchen started to feel like a completely new space. A more efficient cabinet layout was incorporated with an island and built in pantry storage in the cabinets. Engineered hardwood flooring replaced the dated tile floor and new Sienna Bordeaux granite for the counter tops. A natural Crema Marble was used for the back splash, and new stainless steel GE Profile appliances were installed.