Refined Ranch Remodel:
A Functional Kitchen Design

It's amazing how subtle changes can make a space feel so much larger and more functional!  While keeping the footprint of the original kitchen, we changed the locations of the appliances to create a more conducive environment for cooking and entertaining.  All of the cabinets were outfitted with storage accessories, including roll-out shelves, a trash pull-out, and a super-duty swing-up shelf for the KitchenAid mixer!  New engineered hardwood sets the stage for rich, dark cabinets from Dura Supreme and stunning quartzite countertops accented with a contemporary glass subway tile backsplash.

A look into the kitchen with kitchen island on the left and cooktop on the left. The dark stained wood Dura Supreme cabinets are seen throughout the kitchen along with quartzite countertops and glossy glass subway tile backsplash.
Another view of the kitchen space. On the far left you can see just past the kitchen island which houses a dual oven and french door refrigerator.
A look at the cooktop side of the kitchen. Just past the gas cooktop space is a built-in dishwasher and kitchen sink. Above the kitchen sink is a large kitchen window.
Another view of the kitchen looking at the prep space beyond the kitchen island. The kitchen island in the middle houses a built-in microwave that blends beautifully with the stained wood semi-custom cabinets.
A closer look at the kitchen island with stained wood cabinets and quartzite countertops. The kitchen island cabinetry features both drawers and classic cabinets.
The kitchen island with built in microwave, and four hanging pendants overhead.
A close up of the prep space with lighted upper Dura Supreme cabinets, glossy glass subway tile backsplash, and quartzite countertops. On the countertop are three glass jars for storage.
A look at the custom wine bar with matching Dura Supreme cabinetry, quartzite countertop, lighted wine glass rack, and a wine cooler built into the lower cabinets. On the wall to the left of the wine bar is a wall clock and hook bar for purses and ot
A close up of the wine bar detailing with a whimsical sign that says, "Wine, because no great story ever started with a salad."

Project Details: This home had a great open plan, and the homeowners love to cook, so we just had to make a few tweaks to the appliance sizes and locations and then update the materials! We took the kitchen down to the studs, installed new semi-custom cabinets from Dura Supreme, quartzite countertops, glossy glass subway tile backsplash, new stainless steel appliances, and even a wine bar!

Project Location: Aromas, CA 95003

Contractor: Johnny Bermio, Ontimio Builders

Cabinets: Dura Supreme

Countertops and Tile: Superior Stone in Gilroy

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