Entertaining and bringing people together is what this family is all about. Birthdays involve amazing cakes like you see on those TV shows, and groups of 30 people or more. Their ideal kitchen needed to accommodate that level of baking and hosting, but also support the daily rhythms of life. Our collaborative design was guided by Vastu Shastra, an ancient architectural tradition that predates feng shui. Based on Vedic traditions that harmonize human behavior with natural forces in the world, Vastu Shanstra basically suggests how to inhabit a place in the best way possible. The objectives were: -Relocate the entire kitchen so the home’s heat source (oven) is in the southeast -Incorporate symmetry into the overall design -Create a large space for entertaining – open and airy with lots of light -Simultaneously separate but join cooking and gathering spaces, allowing the cook to have a cook-specific zone that is still a part of any gathering -Individual storage for small appliances – making them easier to use -Simplicity – the space should be easy to use and maintain Design challenges we solved for: -Incorporate three load bearing points of the house -Provide structural support that was not obvious -Reconfigure kitchen utilities to another part of the home -Maximize storage space Design solutions and mindful innovations became an exciting motivation that drove the project: -Double-horseshoe design features two symmetrical islands that seat 18 people comfortably -Downdraft ventilation behind rangetop allows unobstructed views -Overhead beams for structural support -Equip nearby dining room with locking bar and wine cabinet -Roll-out appliance shelves on back of cooking island are powered for easy use -Symmetrical fridge and freezer columns separated by oven -Cabinets along back of the cooking area for everyday items -Tall pantry cabinet has four drawers for paperwork -Spacious walk-in storage pantry has a counter with power outlets -Coffee station has a trash can directly below for easy clean up -Two sinks and dishwashers for easy cleanup “A lot of relationships are built over food,” the homeowner told us. “This [kitchen] keeps our family close because we all love food. My kids sit in the kitchen all evening long every day – and I’m right there cooking. That’s life –to be together.” We also collaborated with the homeowners to remodel their primary bathroom, primary bedroom closet and an additional bathroom.

Large Open Concept two tone stained wood kitchen. Cambria Quartz Countertops and Full Height Niche Backsplash in Cambria Quartz. 18"x36" Large Format Tile Flooring. 3" x 12" Tile splash, to ceiling behind the range. Separate Coffee Bar & Undercounter Fridge Area. Large Island with seating for 6.

Entertaining and bringing people together is what this family is all about. Birthdays involve amazing cakes like you see on those TV shows, and groups of 30 people or more. Their ideal kitchen needed to accommodate that level of baking and hosting, but also support the daily rhythms of life. Our collaborative design was guided by Vastu Shastra, an ancient architectural tradition that predates feng shui. Based on Vedic traditions that harmonize human behavior with natural forces in the world, Vastu Shanstra basically suggests how to inhabit a place in the best way possible. The objectives were: -Relocate the entire kitchen so the home’s heat source (oven) is in the southeast -Incorporate symmetry into the overall design -Create a large space for entertaining – open and airy with lots of light -Simultaneously separate but join cooking and gathering spaces, allowing the cook to have a cook-specific zone that is still a part of any gathering -Individual storage for small appliances – making them easier to use -Simplicity – the space should be easy to use and maintain Design challenges we solved for: -Incorporate three load bearing points of the house -Provide structural support that was not obvious -Reconfigure kitchen utilities to another part of the home -Maximize storage space Design solutions and mindful innovations became an exciting motivation that drove the project: -Double-horseshoe design features two symmetrical islands that seat 18 people comfortably -Downdraft ventilation behind rangetop allows unobstructed views -Overhead beams for structural support -Equip nearby dining room with locking bar and wine cabinet -Roll-out appliance shelves on back of cooking island are powered for easy use -Symmetrical fridge and freezer columns separated by oven -Cabinets along back of the cooking area for everyday items -Tall pantry cabinet has four drawers for paperwork -Spacious walk-in storage pantry has a counter with power outlets -Coffee station has a trash can directly below for easy clean up -Two sinks and dishwashers for easy cleanup “A lot of relationships are built over food,” the homeowner told us. “This [kitchen] keeps our family close because we all love food. My kids sit in the kitchen all evening long every day – and I’m right there cooking. That’s life –to be together.” We also collaborated with the homeowners to remodel their primary bathroom, primary bedroom closet and an additional bathroom.

Large Open Concept two tone stained wood kitchen. Cambria Quartz Countertops and Full Height Niche Backsplash in Cambria Quartz. 18"x36" Large Format Tile Flooring. 3" x 12" Tile splash, to ceiling behind the range. Separate Coffee Bar & Undercounter Fridge Area. Large Island with seating for 6.

Large Open Concept two tone stained wood kitchen. Cambria Quartz Countertops and Full Height Niche Backsplash in Cambria Quartz. 18"x36" Large Format Tile Flooring. 3" x 12" Tile splash, to ceiling behind the range. Separate Coffee Bar & Undercounter Fridge Area. Large Island with seating for 6.

Large Open Concept two tone stained wood kitchen. Cambria Quartz Countertops and Full Height Niche Backsplash in Cambria Quartz. 18"x36" Large Format Tile Flooring. 3" x 12" Tile splash, to ceiling behind the range. Separate Coffee Bar & Undercounter Fridge Area. Large Island with seating for 6.

Large Open Concept two tone stained wood kitchen. Cambria Quartz Countertops and Full Height Niche Backsplash in Cambria Quartz. 18"x36" Large Format Tile Flooring. 3" x 12" Tile splash, to ceiling behind the range. Separate Coffee Bar & Undercounter Fridge Area. Large Island with seating for 6.

Large Open Concept two tone stained wood kitchen. Cambria Quartz Countertops and Full Height Niche Backsplash in Cambria Quartz. 18"x36" Large Format Tile Flooring. 3" x 12" Tile splash, to ceiling behind the range. Separate Coffee Bar & Undercounter Fridge Area. Large Island with seating for 6.

Large Open Concept two tone stained wood kitchen. Cambria Quartz Countertops and Full Height Niche Backsplash in Cambria Quartz. 18"x36" Large Format Tile Flooring. 3" x 12" Tile splash, to ceiling behind the range. Separate Coffee Bar & Undercounter Fridge Area. Large Island with seating for 6.

Entertaining and bringing people together is what this family is all about. Birthdays involve amazing cakes like you see on those TV shows, and groups of 30 people or more. Their ideal kitchen needed to accommodate that level of baking and hosting, but also support the daily rhythms of life. Our collaborative design was guided by Vastu Shastra, an ancient architectural tradition that predates feng shui. Based on Vedic traditions that harmonize human behavior with natural forces in the world, Vastu Shanstra basically suggests how to inhabit a place in the best way possible. The objectives were: -Relocate the entire kitchen so the home’s heat source (oven) is in the southeast -Incorporate symmetry into the overall design -Create a large space for entertaining – open and airy with lots of light -Simultaneously separate but join cooking and gathering spaces, allowing the cook to have a cook-specific zone that is still a part of any gathering -Individual storage for small appliances – making them easier to use -Simplicity – the space should be easy to use and maintain Design challenges we solved for: -Incorporate three load bearing points of the house -Provide structural support that was not obvious -Reconfigure kitchen utilities to another part of the home -Maximize storage space Design solutions and mindful innovations became an exciting motivation that drove the project: -Double-horseshoe design features two symmetrical islands that seat 18 people comfortably -Downdraft ventilation behind rangetop allows unobstructed views -Overhead beams for structural support -Equip nearby dining room with locking bar and wine cabinet -Roll-out appliance shelves on back of cooking island are powered for easy use -Symmetrical fridge and freezer columns separated by oven -Cabinets along back of the cooking area for everyday items -Tall pantry cabinet has four drawers for paperwork -Spacious walk-in storage pantry has a counter with power outlets -Coffee station has a trash can directly below for easy clean up -Two sinks and dishwashers for easy cleanup “A lot of relationships are built over food,” the homeowner told us. “This [kitchen] keeps our family close because we all love food. My kids sit in the kitchen all evening long every day – and I’m right there cooking. That’s life –to be together.” We also collaborated with the homeowners to remodel their primary bathroom, primary bedroom closet and an additional bathroom.

Large Open Concept two tone stained wood kitchen. Cambria Quartz Countertops and Full Height Niche Backsplash in Cambria Quartz. 18"x36" Large Format Tile Flooring. 3" x 12" Tile splash, to ceiling behind the range. Separate Coffee Bar & Undercounter Fridge Area. Large Island with seating for 6.

Large Open Concept two tone stained wood kitchen. Cambria Quartz Countertops and Full Height Niche Backsplash in Cambria Quartz. 18"x36" Large Format Tile Flooring. 3" x 12" Tile splash, to ceiling behind the range. Separate Coffee Bar & Undercounter Fridge Area. Large Island with seating for 6.

A kitchen extension with an adjoining utility room was the intention for the space, which previously consisted of
 a small dining room and a separate kitchen divided by
 a chimney breast. The new spacious and light filled kitchen and an oversized island and a mixture of freestanding and fitted cabinetry which has been hand painted. A Carrera marble worktop to the island and integrated wine fridge. Fitted cabinetry conceals a double larder and fridge and freezer. Banked Miele ovens with warming drawers and glazed cabinets.

A kitchen extension with an adjoining utility room was the intention for the space, which previously consisted of
 a small dining room and a separate kitchen divided by
 a chimney breast. The new spacious and light filled kitchen and an oversized island and a mixture of freestanding and fitted cabinetry which has been hand painted. A Carrera marble worktop to the island and integrated wine fridge. Fitted cabinetry conceals a double larder and fridge and freezer. Banked Miele ovens with warming drawers and glazed cabinets.

A kitchen extension with an adjoining utility room was the intention for the space, which previously consisted of
 a small dining room and a separate kitchen divided by
 a chimney breast. The new spacious and light filled kitchen and an oversized island and a mixture of freestanding and fitted cabinetry which has been hand painted. A Carrera marble worktop to the island and integrated wine fridge. Fitted cabinetry conceals a double larder and fridge and freezer. Banked Miele ovens with warming drawers and glazed cabinets.

A kitchen extension with an adjoining utility room was the intention for the space, which previously consisted of
 a small dining room and a separate kitchen divided by
 a chimney breast. The new spacious and light filled kitchen and an oversized island and a mixture of freestanding and fitted cabinetry which has been hand painted. A Carrera marble worktop to the island and integrated wine fridge. Fitted cabinetry conceals a double larder and fridge and freezer. The freestanding dresser houses the family's crockery and glassware.

A kitchen extension with an adjoining utility room was the intention for the space, which previously consisted of
 a small dining room and a separate kitchen divided by
 a chimney breast. The new spacious and light filled kitchen and an oversized island and a mixture of freestanding and fitted cabinetry which has been hand painted. A Carrera marble worktop to the island and integrated wine fridge. Fitted cabinetry conceals a double larder and fridge and freezer. The freestanding dresser houses the family's crockery and glassware.

A kitchen extension with an adjoining utility room was the intention for the space, which previously consisted of
 a small dining room and a separate kitchen divided by
 a chimney breast. The new spacious and light filled kitchen and an oversized island and a mixture of freestanding and fitted cabinetry which has been hand painted. A Carrera marble worktop to the island and integrated wine fridge. Fitted cabinetry conceals a double larder and fridge and freezer. Banked Miele ovens with warming drawers and glazed cabinets.

A kitchen extension with an adjoining utility room was the intention for the space, which previously consisted of
 a small dining room and a separate kitchen divided by
 a chimney breast. The new spacious and light filled kitchen and an oversized island and a mixture of freestanding and fitted cabinetry which has been hand painted. A Carrera marble worktop to the island and integrated wine fridge. Fitted cabinetry conceals a double larder and fridge and freezer. The freestanding dresser houses the family's crockery and glassware.