A fter living in this house for several years the kitchen was long overdue for some love and attention. The kitchen’s structural ceiling beams hold up the second floor and drop ceilings contain duct work, so this meant absolutely nothing could be moved; therefore a full renovation and tear out was out of the question. The project then became a cosmetic refresh of existing surfaces, features, and fixtures. The positives: A spacious and unique layout, a good work triangle, timeless shaker style cabinetry in great shape, plenty of functional storage, newish appliances with lots of life in them, neutral tile flooring, high ceilings, with architectural elements including skylights, beams, and open concept with a large bank of windows to let the light shine in throughout the space. The problem: The original kitchen was a lackluster combination of painted beige cabinets, beige tile backsplashes, beige window treatments, a narrow island, and the dated lighting which made the space feel drab. Another large issue that needed to be addressed was the lack of proper ventilation for the stove. The plan: To completely transform the kitchens aesthetic into an up-to-date yet classic space by upgrading and enhancing every surface using a palette of bright white, grey, hits of black and wood accessories for warmth.
(top) A large extra deep double stainless-steel sink with a professional faucet was installed, along with a pair of new light sconces and custom-tailored light filtering shades in a pale grey colour. (left) My inspiration for the colour scheme Charlotte, the cat. She matches everything. (middle) The ventilation problem was solved with a new powerful sleek downdraft fan that rises out of the countertop when needed and slides back down out of sight at the touch of a button.
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