Let me start by saying, when a past client contacts us to work together again on multiple projects, we are honored! When the client is a retired architect that designed his own home with his architect father and only trusts you to help with the re-design, there are no words to describe how flattered I was!
The newest project our clients wanted to team up on; their kitchen remodel. Kitchen remodels inevitably bleed into other rooms, so we also remodeled the living room and powder room at the same time. The home has a mid-century modern vibe with contemporary elements. We wanted to update the look without losing the charm this architect put into the bones of this home.
Starting in the powder room, we designed a custom floating vanity. The viewable floor space made the room feel larger. We chose light materials, including a unique terrazzo that we crafted the top out of. We happened to be in the stone yard with another client and spotted it in the corner. We knew immediately it was perfect for this spot!
The mirror was installed on blocking with an applied LED tape. This illuminates the space in a unique way. Lastly, our carpenter built this oak slat wall, mimicking a tried-and-true mid-century look.
Let’s get into some kitchen details. As many clients do, this couple did not think there was too much we could do with the basic layout. However, space planning is my favorite thing to do, and I knew immediately the space could be used better. First things first, goodbye peninsula and hello island!
We kept a slab door style and brick shaped tile, to stay true to the architectural styling of the home. The black material on the island is not painted wood. It is a material called Fenix. It is super matte, velvet to the touch, fingerprint-less, and very durable. It’s a perfect option for those who want darker cabinets without the fingerprints and maintenance.
We also chose to keep an integrated wood hardware on the cabinet doors. We upgraded the shape and the material to walnut.
Lastly, this gorgeous living room that lives right next to the kitchen. Fresh paint and the addition of a killer modern chandelier gave this room new life.
I would live here. But unfortunately, our clients are not giving this place up anytime soon!