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Minnetonka, MN
Objective:
The inspiration for this remodeled kitchen grew from the homeowners’ request for “something distinctive” with a style to match the rest of their updated townhouse. They wanted a kitchen with a feeling of spaciousness and an eating area without expanding the size of the room.
The Challenge:
There were a number of challenges in the existing kitchen including a common water wall and the venting for the range which could not be reasonably relocated.
The Solution:
Removal of the dining room door and header and changing the pass-through to counter height created an enhanced flow between the two rooms. Elimination of the dropped ceiling and fluorescent lighting accompanied by the addition of full height cabinetry and MR-16 recessed lights with a well-appointed lighting plan gives the room a whole new feeling of spaciousness. The circular extension at the end of the peninsula provides a welcoming and casual dining space. The microwave relocation to counter-top height affords better accessibility to the 5’ tall homeowner.
A stainless steel and glass hood connecting to the existing vent, stainless steel wrapped pedestal, unique barrel style hardware, glass and marble tile back-splash and frosted glass doors add elements of interest and color accents. The full access cabinet with the alabaster finish gives a modern contemporary look which matches the rest of their furnishings.
This design is a beautiful example of form, function, and integration. The homeowners are delighted with the new design and they spend most of their waking hours at home in their new kitchen!
