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For a young growing family, we created this large open kitchen in a space that
had been dark and divided. We redesigned the kitchen to eliminate the peninsula
and instead put in an island with seating for the kids. We enlarged the window
over the sink and made it openable so the wife could communicate with the children
playing in the backyard. We installed a cabinet bench in place of an unsightly
railing between the breakfast room and the family room where there is a step
down, which also gives them more storage. The light palette of colors helps
brighten up the rooms and tie them together. In order to avoid a vent hood for
the cooking island, we installed a down draft cooktop that vents through the
floor. In front of the fan, we designed a custom pull out drawer to utilize
all of the space under the cabinetry in the island. There are also custom cabinets
on the counter containing drawers for storing small items, as well as glass
front cabinets for glassware. The refrigerator and ovens are located together
in a bank across from the island. The diagonal floor and backsplash tile helps
create interest in this neutral kitchen. |
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