This well-illuminated kitchen underwent some structural changes as walls came down and the laundry was shrunk to allow for a larger kitchen. A tankless water heater replaced the ubiquitous tank. Electrical and gas lines were run under the mixed-size, stone-look tile floors to allow for a gas stove top on the island. The island sports more of the beautiful granite from the countertops and provides ample space for dining-in or chatting over a couple glasses of wine. Illuminous glass tile in the backsplash winds its way around the kitchen. This is an extremely inviting culinary destination! Photo: Dan Bawden