08/15/2024
Stunning Lakeside Transformation
I would like to take full credit for the drastic transformation of this kitchen, however, the clients supplied a great deal of the general design ideas. They made excellent lighting selections and many other choices to add style to the space and to other areas of the home. I worked with them to finesse the details of the design and bring their ideas to life. They also had an excellent contractor.
Of Note:
-Besides the stunning lake view through three sliding glass doors off the open dining area, the shining jewel of this kitchen is the Cambria quartz countertop in the popular “Portrush” design. Its blue veining and gold accents coordinate perfectly with the custom paint island cabinetry color (Sherwin Williams – Naval). The gold is repeated in the decorative hardware, faucet, pot filler, and range k***s. The stunning design continues as a focal point on the backsplash.
-A built-in pantry was created in the corner for much-needed storage.
-The wall that housed the refrigerator was reduced to a half wall and the refrigerator location was moved. This visually opened up the space to the staircase and this created the aisleway outside of the main kitchen work area.
-The window on one wall was removed. This allowed wall space for the 48” wide gas range and the new location of the refrigerator.
-On the sink window wall, we were able to sneak in a 13” deep X 33” wide tall pantry cabinet to provide more storage. The special angled base cabinet to the left of the dishwasher provides a nice transition to the tall pantry cabinet. This cabinet allows easy access, while not impeding the walkway.
-The island was purposefully designed without a sink or cooktop, as the homeowners frequently have large gatherings and they enjoy the uninterrupted space for buffet use.
I had a great time getting to know these warm and friendly clients. Sometime early-on in the process, the clients told me the reason they chose me/Fresh Start Cabinetry. They had been reviewing various business's websites. There is a statement on the FSC website in the "Why Choose Us" section regarding communication that reads, "I will return your contact. If you have not heard back from me either there is a technical glitch, I have had a personal emergency, or I have died." One of the homeowners remarked something close to, "I thought to myself, "That person has a sense of humor. That's my kind of person. I can work with that". " :). She was the second client, possibly the third, to indicate that was the reason for choosing FSC.
To the clients: I've already told you this, but thank you for entrusting Fresh Start Cabinetry with your project. Thank you for being so easygoing.
Cabinets:
Brighton Cabinetry; Amesbury Door style; Maple; Brighton’s “Hingham” = perimeter; SW Naval = island https://www.brightoncabinetry.com/
Countertop and backsplash:
Cambria quartz “Portrush”; fabrication and installation by Blasius Inc.; https://www.cambriausa.com/search?query=portrush+quartz&tab=products
Decorative Hardware:
Top K***s Riverside pulls; honey bronze finish; https://www.topk***s.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=riverside
Appliances:
Gerrit’s Appliance; Wyoming; Ben Geers; https://www.gerritsappliances.com/
Photography:
Grace DeBarmore https://gracedebarmorephoto.my.canva.site/
Contact Fresh Start Cabinetry today to get started on your “forever” kitchen!
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