Heart Of The Home:
A New Kitchen Layout

Changing the layout of this kitchen allowed for a large island and tons of counter space!  Varying the heights of the wall cabinets created beautiful dimension and interest, which further accentuates the 9'-0" ceiling height and allowed for the upper cabinet lighting!  With comfortable seating, an open and welcoming layout, and rich earth tones, this kitchen is perfect for entertaining and lounging; and organizing is a breeze with the additional cabinet accessories!

A look into the kitchen from behind the kitchen island. You can see four white full-size bar stools with backs. The island and kitchen space behind the island feature quartz countertops and stone subway tile. Above the kitchen island are two hanging
Another view of the kitchen island space with edgeless kitchen sink and stainless-steel appliances. Behind the kitchen island you can see the full breakfast nook space.
Another look at the kitchen space. On the right is the dining space with a circular table, white chairs, and hanging chandelier. In the middle is the kitchen island with four white bar stools. On the left is a large french door refrigerator.
A close up detail of the stainless-steel french door refrigerator and double oven. Surrounding the double oven are the stained custom cherry cabinets for plenty of storage and pantry space.
A close up look at the pull-down storage that is featured for some of the upper cabinet spaces, making reaching snacks and storage super easy to grab.
Another view of the kitchen from the refrigerator side, in the back of the image on the right you can see three tall windows that bring lots of natural light into the space.
A look at the bend end of the kitchen with the range top and cabinet hood. The cabinets are custom and stained, and the countertops are white quartz. The backsplash of stone subway tile with a stone and glass mosaic blend can be seen throughout the s
A close up look at the detailing of the oven range top. The backsplash is a stone subway tile with a stone and glass mosaic blend accent and pot filler for convenient cooking.
A close up look at the custom pots and pans storage rack to the left of the stove/range.
A close up of a custom spice pull out rack in the kitchen near the stove/range top.

Project Details: This kitchen was reconfigured within the existing walls with one exception; the homeowners wanted it to feel even more open to the adjacent living space, which greatly improved the flow but required a new structural beam. We kept all of the existing windows and framed the dining room door to create more storage. The cabinets are custom-made, stained cherry, with shaker doors. The countertops are quartz, the backsplash is a stone subway tile with a stone and glass mosaic blend accent, and the floors are porcelain tile with electric radiant heat. The pilasters on the ends of the island and the cabinet hood give this kitchen an elevated look.

Project Location: Scotts Valley, CA 95066

Photography Credit: Kate Falconer Photography

Contractor: Lewis Design Build

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