Kelly Bekele

Example of a large tuscan l-shaped beige floor open concept kitchen design in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island and multicolored countertops

Bathroom - transitional bathroom idea

Inspiration for a timeless patio remodel in San Francisco

Example of a large arts and crafts wooden spiral staircase design in Austin with wooden risers

KATHERINA PERRY
Minimalist home design photo in New York

Art by Rica Belna
Example of a large minimalist home design design in San Francisco

Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Ottawa

The updated traditional 2 story was a typical box home. We eliminated the traditional dining room by adding a breakfast bar and bar stools. Also, the fireplace was originally in the corner. We relocated it and refaced it to the center of the wall. The space has become transitional and perfect for a busy family with 3 children.

THE SETUP Our journey began with a familiar face — Alicia had previously transformed the client’s mother’s home, establishing a trusted relationship that naturally led to this personal project. The client desired a kitchen that truly reflected her own style while facilitating seamless entertaining. Design Vision: The original kitchen, segregated from the dining area by a wall, hindered the flow of interaction and space. Our client envisioned a unified area where she could engage with guests in both the kitchen and dining room simultaneously. Moreover, the space lacked a central island, relying instead on a floorplan anchored by cabinetry in a u-shaped layout. Design Objectives: Open up the space for an airy design conducive to entertaining large gatherings Modernize the kitchen to be both stylish and functional Integrate the design with the home’s new black-framed windows and doors Relocate the cooktop to a central position to enhance usability and interaction Design Challenges: Removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room would necessitate the rerouting of existing HVAC ductwork that services the upper floor Limited pantry space in the existing kitchen The existing u-shaped layout of the kitchen restricted functionality and storage options Insufficient space for wine storage The client desired a raised-furniture look for the island, but without showing a new downdraft vent THE RENEWED SPACE Design Solutions: We added a second HVAC unit to the upper floor and rerouted the existing ductwork in that wall Created tall pantry pullouts on either side of the fridge to maximize dry goods storage Designed a long island to facilitate cooking stations and dining moments Created a stylish open display cabinet for wine Engineered a dual-design island with a footed floating aesthetic on one side, and a full floor reach on the other to conceal the new downdraft ventilation. Paired with the newly opened adjacent dining room featuring a wet bar, the kitchen has become a stylish and highly functional space for cooking and entertaining. Following a large baby shower hosted by the client (which seamlessly accommodated an 80-person gathering!), it is clear that the new design not only meets but exceeds the needs for hosting and everyday living. This project was a harmonious blend of the client’s vision and Alicia’s innovative design solutions, resulting in a kitchen that truly embodies personalized elegance and functionality.

Inspiration for a 3/4 white tile and subway tile marble floor, black floor and single-sink tub/shower combo remodel in Charlotte with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, white countertops, a niche and a built-in vanity

Example of a transitional bedroom design in Vancouver

Inspiration for a modern staircase remodel in San Francisco

Elegant living room photo in New York

The Confectionary Mosaic is composed of 10 Marble which are skilfully patterned by experienced Artisans to create a truly unique and highly luxurious Tile Mosaic.