Modern and Edgy

This kitchen was closed-up, dysfunctional and dated and the homeowners were ready to bolt into 2022 without ever looking back!  So, we gutted the kitchen and tore down the dividing walls in order to create a modern, edgy kitchen that’s ready to entertain!

The Layout

To create our work triangle, it was necessary to remove one set of double windows.  It was an easy choice to keep the windows facing the back yard view and close the set facing the neighbor’s house.  As a result, we could relocate the fridge and remove both kitchen walls to provide a large island with a cooktop and a prep sink.  The original sink location remained the same — centrally located in front of the window.  We tucked the rarely used microwave into the corner of the kitchen.

The Palette

Drama is naturally created by using high contrasting colors.  Therefore, we chose a black and white combination to offset the warmth of the flooring and trim.  A palette featuring blue was created through the wall color and picked up in the Volga Blue Granite.  Black stainless, state-of-the-art appliances complimented the modern edgy vibe.

With all the dividing walls gone, we added patterned carpet, Anderson Tuftex chateau, to enhance the now open and bright stairway.  With light now pouring in from all directions, we kept the lighting plan simple.  We placed a chandelier over the table, LED’s in the kitchen, and undercabinet lighting to illuminate the work surfaces.

This design is spot on.  With the prep sink and cooktop in the island, the cook’s back is rarely turned toward the guests.  Now these empty nesters who love to entertain are ready to welcome their family and friends for good times and great food!