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Just enough elbow room so that the kids truly have their own space to spread out and study. We didn't have an inkling about Covid-19 when we were planning this space, but WOW...what a life-saver it has been in times of quarantine, distance learning, and beyond! Mixing budget items (i.e.Ikea) with custom details can often be a great use of resources when configuring a space - not everything has to be "designer label" to look good and function well.

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The client is a musician and it was important for her to have a specific space in her home to write music and have friends over to play.
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Miele Appliances at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center 26767 Agoura Road, Calabasas, CA 91302 Phone 818.880.0011 Fax 818.880.0411 12050 Ventura Blvd.,Studio City, CA 91604 Phone 818.755.1111 Fax 818.755.9111 www.uakc.com Miele Generation 6000 is bringing design and innovation that exceed expectations. It includes two distinct design styles - PureLine and ContourLine - as well as several color options including Brilliant White and Truffle Brown. Design for Miele is not simply the exterior. Like the design principle, form follows function; the true beauty of the Generation 6000 series is highlighted by its intuitive user interface, which ensures unsurpassed performance and convenience in the kitchen. With these new color options and the uniform design of the Generation 6000 series, Miele has created a series of appliances that will seamlessly integrate into any kitchen or lifestyle. Whether appliances are installed vertically, horizontally, as a square or in a T-shape configuration, the design is fully resolved. M Touch – Top-class technology with a special touch Whether it’s creating a double cappuccino at the touch of a single button, finding the desired MasterChef automatic program on the Combi-Steam Oven in an instant or selecting the operating mode and temperature in just a few simple steps – Miele eliminates the guesswork. All of these operations are easier than ever because of M Touch. Reminiscent of smart phones and tablets, M Touch is an intuitive user interface that allows the user to swipe or scroll through the menu with the tip of a finger. A new high resolution control panel with white TFT (Thin Film Transistor) text brings a brilliant display. And because the interface is universal across all Gen 6000 appliances, the transition from appliance to appliance is easier than ever. Oven Innovations: Moisture Plus, Gourmet Center and MultiSteam Developed exclusively for Miele USA, Moisture Plus is a truly unique steam injection system featured in Miele M Touch 30” Convection Ovens. Moisture Plus automatically injects a burst of steam into the oven cavity at pre-determined points during the cooking process. The addition of moisture improves results when proofing dough, gives loaves of bread a crisp crust and glossy finish and makes cuts of meat particularly crisp on the outside and succulent inside. Also new to the 30” Convection Oven is the addition of MasterChef Plus programs. Ideal for the consummate baker at home, this exclusive new menu system houses 14 automatic bread programs and replicates results seen in artisan bakeries. Included are programs for sourdough, whole grain, rolls and baguettes. A pioneer in steam oven technology, Generation 6000 Steam and Combi-Steam Ovens are equipped with MultiSteam technology, a revolutionary new steam cooking generation. The addition of six steam inlets in the Steam Oven and eight steam inlets in the Combi-Steam Oven, delivers fast, even steam distribution and incredibly quick heat-up times for even cooking results through a more powerful steam generator. Long regarded for its ingredient-driven menu, Miele MasterChef programs are now located within the Gourmet Center. Choose from more than 100 easy to use programs for grains, vegetables, meats, fish and poultry. At just the touch of a button, the program will deliver menu options that guide the user step by step - from the desired oven mode to temperature - all resulting in the perfect dish. Generation 6000 Coffee Systems impress with comfort and innovation There are several new highlights to the Generation 6000 Whole Bean Coffee System including a new CupSensor, EasyClick Milk System and One Touch for Two features. Exclusive to Miele, the CupSensor automatically adjusts the height of the spout to the optimum position for different cup and glass sizes. Whether a tall latté macchiato or a dainty espresso is being prepared, the central spout automatically adjusts to the cup’s rim and eliminates splashing. The CupSensor even reacts precisely to beverages made with milk by raising the spout slightly to make room for the incoming espresso. Also new is the EasyClick milk system which is a dishwasher safe glass, milk flask that effortlessly clicks into place at the front of the machine. And for easy maintenance, the new Miele Coffee Systems now automatically rinse all milk spouts and hoses with water after each use. The One Touch for Two feature allows the user to prepare two coffee specialties such as cappuccino and latté macchiato at the same time, thus reducing prep time when two or more drinks are being served. Miele Generation 6000 series is distinguished by its elegant design and remarkable innovations to deliver unmatched results that can be seen, touched and tasted. German engineered and tested to last 20 years, Generation 6000 reinforces the Miele Design for Life philosophy and solidifies Miele at the forefront of residential culinary appliances.

This kitchen was a fraction of the size it is now and compartmentalized in a way that really didn't encourage family gathering. Now - come on in and take your pick...it's all open, and inviting, bright and happy! Part of our direction was the bullet-proof nature of the space. The porcelain wood plank floors are durable and easy to clean. The Cleaf material on the cabinets are a workhorse material to consider. And the DalTile One Quartz counter top material is easy to clean and resistant to stains while emulating a marble look. I consider myself a purist, but damn...porcelain and engineered quartz has evolved leaps and bounds from what they once were.

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The work-horse corner of this kitchen is so uber functional it's crazy! The Aventos lift top mechanism from Blum at the appliance garage, while wide - lifts up effortlessly and hides the not so sexy microwave, toaster, and Vitamix. Hafele's LaMans corner holds a good amount of weight and allows easy access to corner cabinets, and their mixer lift mechanism is "Mmmwhaw" if you're the baker in the house! Rev-A-Shelf also has a ton of great products for ideal drawer and cabinet organization! Dream come true.

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The work-horse corner of this kitchen is so uber functional it's crazy! The Aventos lift top mechanism from Blum at the appliance garage, while wide - lifts up effortlessly and hides the not-so-sexy microwave, toaster, and Vitamix. Hafele's LaMans corner holds a good amount of weight and allows easy access to corner cabinets, and their mixer lift mechanism is "Mmmwhaw" if you're the baker in the house! Dream come true.

You really gotta see the before and after of this baby...what a difference! We just love it when clients are open to making a statement and have no fear of being bold and getting their graphic on! This funky chevron style porcelain plank from Spec Ceramics stands on it's own and is adorned with a live edge wood mantle that was salvaged from a downed tree on the property. Giving spaces their own family story and bringing in the sentimental is key to making your house a home.

The work-horse corner of this kitchen is so uber functional it's crazy! The Aventos lift top mechanism from Blum at the appliance garage, while wide - lifts up effortlessly and hides the not-so-sexy microwave, toaster, and Vitamix. Hafele's LaMans corner holds a good amount of weight and allows easy access to corner cabinets, and their mixer lift mechanism is "Mmmwhaw" if you're the baker in the house! Dream come true.

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Making spaces more functional and efficient is the name of the game. While we totally opened up this area, and shifted the functions around - it made for a much more usable and inviting space. In concept, we had absolutely NO CLUE that Covid-19 was approaching and that we'd be homeschooling our kids, but thankfully these simple and integrated workstations for the the kiddos has been a life saver in these crazy times. Everyone has their own, equal space, a view to the sun, and desk organization...all in the name of good working habits! And all nearby enough to kitchen central so parents can keep an eye on things and have a pulse on what's happening.

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