This Clayton condominium underwent a full-scale renovation and was transformed into a warm, modern home with the kitchen as the centerpiece. Designers from Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry and Castle Design made the space feel even larger than its 350 square feet with the open floor plan and generous sightlines. The custom European frameless cabinetry has a sleek metal-edge door style in a horizontal grain sapele mahogany and complements the new Acacia wood floors in the home. The cabinetry has ample storage including full-height pantries and large pot and pan drawers across the cooktop wall.

When previous owners had updated the home in a way that didn’t function well, the homeowners called on Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath to make the outdated and choppy kitchen into a new space perfect for entertaining family and friends. The designer’s challenge was to conceptualize a creative plan that connected the spaces and tied in a galley kitchen design—a favorite of the homeowners. To achieve a more connected layout, walls were taken away and a wide, arched opening was added.

This second home was built as a gathering place for family get-together, holidays and weekends. The homeowners worked with Gegg Design & Cabinetry to design their dream kitchen, which was to be simple and reflective of the classic architecture for a refined farmhouse feel. Classic materials were selected including the white painted galley cabinets, walnut hood with black steel strap details and an island with a custom green paint finish and natural oiled walnut top. Since the kitchen is not used for daily living, large amounts of storage were not necessary.

Platinum Winners

Gegg Design & Cabinetry, More than 450 square feet

Le Coeur Design, 350-449 square feet

Gegg Design & Cabinetry, 250-349 square feet

Gegg Design & Cabinetry, Less than 250 square feet

Gold Winners 

The plan for this newly built home called for two kitchens located next to one another, each with a distinct function. The kitchen in the main area was to be open and connected to all the living spaces as well as the outdoors. The “other” kitchen was designated the “summer” kitchen and was to be used for canning, baking and making preserves. Designer Gegg Design & Cabinetry designed the kitchens to be closely connected by two doorways, so the kitchens can share functions when necessary.

This kitchen remodel held special meaning to designer Le Coeur Design as the homeowners were also her parents, and the kitchen remodel was in the home she grew up in. The goal of the project was to create a space that would function day-to-day and also provide the flexibility for the homeowners to host their immediate family of 11. Space was needed to make this renovation happen.