A 1970s kitchen was in desperate need of an update. The home, previously owned by an architect, featured unique design features throughout, but the kitchen was tired and outdated. Gegg Design & Cabinetry tackled the renovation keeping the remodel within the original space except for the removal of a pantry and closet wall. The goal of the new kitchen was to respect the original design but address some functional issues. The original island was not wide enough for the range, so the designer moved the range to what was the pantry/closet wall.

Prior remodels to this 1892 home were reflective of their time but had no regard for the historic architecture of the home. Gegg Design & Cabinetry worked with the homeowners, especially Alexis Mead who acted as interior designer, to redesign the kitchen honoring their vision for a simplistic design with warm colors that would also be functional for the serious cook. The homeowner shared several British-inspired kitchens as a guide for the designer to work from. The space was taken down to the studs.

What started as a builder-grade kitchen quickly became anything but basic after the client could see how designer Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath could transform the space with an entire remodel. The homeowner has a calm, understated style, so the space needed to be neutral without feeling boring. The designer achieved this by bringing in multiple textures and tones in neutral finishes. For the backsplash, the designer chose a tile in gradient white tones laid in an unexpected diamond shape, which complements the white plaster hood.

While their 1942 home had plenty of square footage, it was very segregated. Wanting a kitchen that worked for their lifestyle with better connectivity to the dining room and a large island, the homeowners worked with designer Gegg Design & Cabinetry to transform their space. The original kitchen, breakfast nook, bar and pantries were all combined into one large space. New windows were added flanking the hood and at the sink to provide lines of site to the outdoor areas. The combined space provided room for the desired island.

With their primary residence on a lakeside property in the country, the homeowners’ love of all things rustic shines in their main kitchen with casual and dark, heavy elements perfect for country living. When purchasing a second home in the city, the couple found themselves dialing back their rustic style in favor of a more refined and transitional aesthetic in the new space that is more bright and open. With the help of designer Laurie LeBoeuf of Castle Design their new kitchen has an emphasis on more elegant fixtures and clean lines.

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