Jim Fairchild
Inspiration for a large contemporary light wood floor and brown floor great room remodel in Salt Lake City with white walls and no fireplace

This family wanted a contemporary structure that blended natural elements with with grays and blues. This is a unique structure that turned out beautifully. We went with powder coated 6x6 steel posts hiding all of the base and top plates creating a seamless transition between the structure and travertine flooring. Due to limitations on spacing we added a built-in granite table with matching powder coated steel frame. This created a unique look and practical application for dining seating. By adding a knee wall with cedar slats it created an intimate nook while keeping everything open. The modern fireplace and split style kitchen created a great use of space without making if feel crowded. Appliances: Fire Magic Diamond Echelon series 660 Grill RCS icemaker, 2 wine fridges and RCS storage doors and drawers 42” Heat Glo Dakota fireplace insert Cedar T&G ceiling clear coated with rope lighting Powder coated posts and granite table frame: Slate Gray Tile Selections: Accent Wall: Glass tile (Carisma Oceano Stick Glass Mosaic) Dark Tile: Prisma Griss Light Tile: Tessuto Linen Beige White Flooring: Light Ivory Travertine 3cm granite: Light: Santa Cecilia Dark: Midnight Grey Kitchen Appliances: 30" Fire Magic Diamond Series Echelon 660 2 - RCS wine fridges RCS storage doors and drawers Fire Place: 36" Dakota heat glo insert TK Images

Example of a classic single-wall wet bar design in New York with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash and subway tile backsplash

Marcel Page marcelpagephotography.com
Inspiration for a transitional single-wall light wood floor wet bar remodel in Chicago with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets and an undermount sink

Home bar - small transitional single-wall home bar idea in New York with no sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash and white countertops

Goals While their home provided them with enough square footage, the original layout caused for many rooms to be underutilized. The closed off kitchen and dining room were disconnected from the other common spaces of the home causing problems with circulation and limited sight-lines. A tucked-away powder room was also inaccessible from the entryway and main living spaces in the house. Our Design Solution We sought out to improve the functionality of this home by opening up walls, relocating rooms, and connecting the entryway to the mudroom. By moving the kitchen into the formerly over-sized family room, it was able to really become the heart of the home with access from all of the other rooms in the house. Meanwhile, the adjacent family room was made into a cozy, comfortable space with updated fireplace and new cathedral style ceiling with skylights. The powder room was relocated to be off of the entry, making it more accessible for guests. A transitional style with rustic accents was used throughout the remodel for a cohesive first floor design. White and black cabinets were complimented with brass hardware and custom wood features, including a hood top and accent wall over the fireplace. Between each room, walls were thickened and archway were put in place, providing the home with even more character.

Michael J. Lee Photography
Kitchen - coastal kitchen idea in Boston with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash and paneled appliances

Example of a classic kitchen design in Dallas with raised-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets

photography by Rob Karosis
Example of a large classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen design in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Example of a small cottage single-wall brown floor and dark wood floor home bar design in St Louis with white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, white countertops, no sink, glass-front cabinets and subway tile backsplash

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry
Wet bar - mid-sized transitional single-wall porcelain tile and beige floor wet bar idea in Miami with raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, granite countertops, an undermount sink, gray backsplash and mirror backsplash

Kitchen pantry - large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen pantry idea in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and solid surface countertops

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped wet bar remodel in Chicago with an undermount sink, black cabinets, quartzite countertops, multicolored backsplash, black countertops and shaker cabinets

While this new home had an architecturally striking exterior, the home’s interior fell short in terms of true functionality and overall style. The most critical element in this renovation was the kitchen and dining area, which needed careful attention to bring it to the level that suited the home and the homeowners. As a graduate of Culinary Institute of America, our client wanted a kitchen that “feels like a restaurant, with the warmth of a home kitchen,” where guests can gather over great food, great wine, and truly feel comfortable in the open concept home. Although it follows a typical chef’s galley layout, the unique design solutions and unusual materials set it apart from the typical kitchen design. Polished countertops, laminated and stainless cabinets fronts, and professional appliances are complemented by the introduction of wood, glass, and blackened metal – materials introduced in the overall design of the house. Unique features include a wall clad in walnut for dangling heavy pots and utensils; a floating, sculptural walnut countertop piece housing an herb garden; an open pantry that serves as a coffee bar and wine station; and a hanging chalkboard that hides a water heater closet and features different coffee offerings available to guests. The dining area addition, enclosed by windows, continues to vivify the organic elements and brings in ample natural light, enhancing the darker finishes and creating additional warmth. Photography by Ira Montgomery

Spacecrafting Photography
Dry bar - traditional single-wall dry bar idea in Minneapolis with no sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, white countertops and marble backsplash

Tim Krueger Photographer
Example of a trendy l-shaped eat-in kitchen design in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor home bar remodel in Miami with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash and white countertops

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar remodel in Cleveland with raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets and granite countertops

While this new home had an architecturally striking exterior, the home’s interior fell short in terms of true functionality and overall style. The most critical element in this renovation was the kitchen and dining area, which needed careful attention to bring it to the level that suited the home and the homeowners. As a graduate of Culinary Institute of America, our client wanted a kitchen that “feels like a restaurant, with the warmth of a home kitchen,” where guests can gather over great food, great wine, and truly feel comfortable in the open concept home. Although it follows a typical chef’s galley layout, the unique design solutions and unusual materials set it apart from the typical kitchen design. Polished countertops, laminated and stainless cabinets fronts, and professional appliances are complemented by the introduction of wood, glass, and blackened metal – materials introduced in the overall design of the house. Unique features include a wall clad in walnut for dangling heavy pots and utensils; a floating, sculptural walnut countertop piece housing an herb garden; an open pantry that serves as a coffee bar and wine station; and a hanging chalkboard that hides a water heater closet and features different coffee offerings available to guests. The dining area addition, enclosed by windows, continues to vivify the organic elements and brings in ample natural light, enhancing the darker finishes and creating additional warmth. Photos by Ira Montgomery