This kitchen blends California modern restraint with Mediterranean warmth. Natural limestone floors, richly toned wood cabinetry, and exposed ceiling beams create a grounded architectural foundation, while clean-lined millwork and streamlined hardware keep the space feeling fresh and current. A substantial island anchors the room, paired with sculptural lighting and minimal bar seating to maintain visual openness. Soft plaster tones and layered natural materials give the kitchen a timeless quality — rooted in tradition, but designed with a modern point of view.

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Classic kitchen & pantry, dining, great room, and mudroom remodel. Two-tone rift cut white oak and white cabinetry, zellige-style backsplash, plaster hood, and brass fixtures.

Kitchen designed using Brookhaven frameless cabinetry by Wood-Mode. Perimeter cabinetry is made in maple wood with an off-white opaque finish with a glaze. The island and cabinetry is made in cherry wood with a mid-range stain with a black glaze. The hood is a custom plaster hood with wood mouldings. Additional mouldings provided through Enkeboll mouldings. Design includes Leondoro Polished Granite for the countertops. Appliances include (2) 27" Sub-zero Refrigerators, 48" Wolf range and a Wolf microwave drawer.

This small kitchen space needed to have every inch function well for this young family. By adding the banquette seating we were able to get the table out of the walkway and allow for easier flow between the rooms. Wall cabinets to the counter on either side of the custom plaster hood gave room for food storage as well as the microwave to get tucked away. The clean lines of the slab drawer fronts and beaded inset make the space feel visually larger.

Kitchen designed using Brookhaven frameless cabinetry by Wood-Mode. Perimeter cabinetry is made in maple wood with an off-white opaque finish with a glaze. The island cabinetry is made in cherry wood with a mid-range stain with a black glaze. The hood is a custom plaster hood with wood mouldings. Additional mouldings provided through Enkeboll mouldings. Design includes Leondoro Polished Granite for the countertops. Appliances include (2) 27" Sub-zero Refrigerators, 48" Wolf range and a Wolf microwave drawer.

Our clients wanted their renovation to blend classic design features with modern elements to reflect their elegant, yet comfortable style. The space that needed the most attention was the kitchen which felt dark, cold, and unwelcoming with its traditional espresso-colored cabinets and stainless steel countertops. A two-level peninsula interrupted flow and connectivity with the adjacent spaces. To have the biggest impact and accommodate the kitchen’s expansion and redesign, we relocated a hallway to an exterior wall allowing natural light to flood in. With Craftsman details throughout the rest of the home, our Our clients wanted a double-sided island (with seating) in their redesigned kitchen, something their old one lacked. To maintain good circulation, we designed a shallow ‘hutch’ and recessed the paneled refrigerator/freezer, so they are perfectly aligned. The creamy tone of the painted cabinets complements the champagne-stained maple, adding softness and warmth to the space. We incorporated traditional details such as a beadboard backsplash, library sconces, and a Venetian plaster hood, but balanced these with more modern features such as a continuous quartz backsplash, updated hardware, fixtures and lighting. Blending old and new creates a space with a sense of history and character – it feels fresh, modern, and comfortable. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with a suite of professional appliances including a 48” double gas range and separate 24” refrigerator and freezer columns, paneled to integrate seamlessly. Two sinks allow for separate prep and cleaning zones. Open shelves and glass-front cabinets are the perfect way to showcase treasured items and favorite dishware, while hidden accessories keep the cook and kitchen well-organized. Replacing the old peninsula with an island created better flow and connectivity with the adjacent rooms. The kitchen is now brighter, cozier, and more inviting. An informal dining area connects the new kitchen to the living room and a nearby butler’s pantry got a top-to-bottom makeover. We paired moody blue-green cabinets with a stunning Nero Marquina marble countertop and black sink. Brushed brass was used throughout, from the bar faucet to the hardware and mosaic tile accent. A distinctive drink rail gives a nod to the past while the saturated color on the walls, ceiling and trim feels simultaneously contemporary and timeless.

This small kitchen space needed to have every inch function well for this young family. By adding the banquette seating we were able to get the table out of the walkway and allow for easier flow between the rooms. Wall cabinets to the counter on either side of the custom plaster hood gave room for food storage as well as the microwave to get tucked away. The clean lines of the slab drawer fronts and beaded inset make the space feel visually larger.

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The kitchen features a large custom made plaster hood over a beautiful huge gas range from Jenn Air. The hood vents to the outside so you can cook up a storm for your guests without worrying about smoke or fumes disturbing the party. Cabinets with designated appliance storage also keep the clutter to a minimum. From a custom plaster hood to ceiling, beautiful custom cabinetry and an elongated quarter sawn oak island with quartz countertops and hand crafted tiles what more could you want?

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This warm and organic kitchen was designed for a multi-generational home with a new open layout and a mix of new finishes and textures that balance with the 1911 home’s original character. It features a two-level island with seating and lowered butcher block, wet bar, and paneled appliances. Decorative elements, such as suspended shelves, glass mosaic tile, and multi-colored marble offer a dramatic effect while the mushroom toned cabinets and lime plaster hood balance the aesthetic.

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