A Designer’s Guide to Kitchen Design
Kitchens are natural gathering spaces and also the room in our homes where performance matters even more than appearance. Thankfully, you don’t have to choose function over form with the vast array of options available.
Whether you are considering a kitchen refresh or merely interested in inspiration, here are a few elements of our kitchen design process worth sharing:
Thoughtful Details
A minimalist cooktop vent, hidden housing for furry family members and open shelving to display serving pieces are just a few of the subtle design details.
When designing your kitchen, think beyond the “norm” and seek out ways to add innovative details you will continue to enjoy.
Think Vertical
Cabinets placed high are the perfect solution for seldom-used (but still necessary) items in the kitchen. A strategically-placed niche is the perfect spot for displaying your favorite pieces.
When designing your kitchen, maximize the vertical capacity of your kitchen and pantry to bring out the full potential of the spaces.
Solid Choice
One thing we never waver on is our love of stone and solid surfaces for countertops. Modern or classic, marble, porcelain or quartz — whatever your preference, solid surfaces are the perfect solution every time for high-performance.
We advise clients to choose a slab (or material design) they LOVE, as this single choice will make a massive impact on your satisfaction with the overall design.
Midas Touch
Warm up any kitchen with golden brass. From cabinet hardware to lighting and barstools, this metal finish instantly creates a luxurious atmosphere.
Not a fan of gold? There are myriad options to choose from when making selections. We advise our clients to select a metal and a finish you absolutely love. That said, pay special attention to the finish of cabinet and drawer pulls due to the high-contact nature of the hardware.
Cleverly Concealed
This narrow pull-out storage lends high-function without compromising on style.
When designing cabinetry, seek out opportunities to maximize the utility of each space. Here, we leveraged just a few inches of the wall to create a generous storage solution for otherwise hard-to access items.
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