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The challenge of this project, a small kitchen remodel in a 1940's northwest cottage, was to "reinvent" the old space while resolving an inherent circulation problem from the original house, all within a very limited design and construction budget.
The main goals were to increase the work surface area and provide more efficient and ample storage space, while still allowing free movement within the space. In addition, our client wished to modernize the kitchen and incorporate a subtle theme into the design to inject some character. The existing kitchen had poor circulation, was poorly lit, and did not offer adequate storage space. The access from the dining room passed directly adjacent to the sink, congesting the limited counter surface area. Storage was limited to one wall above the counter, adding congestion to the space. The dropped ceiling and outdated décor added to the constricting and cluttered feeling, which we felt was our duty to remedy. The new design relocated the access from the dining room, thus directing traffic away from the sink and improving circulation. Relocating the door allowed us to maximize the available counter space as well as the wall shelving on the two adjacent walls. In addition, another counter top & open wall shelves were added to the opposite wall. The dropped ceiling was raised and the room was finished with bright whites and warm colors to enliven the space. As you can see the kitchen was transformed from a space with little life, to a vibrant, exciting functional kitchen with a European Provincial "flavour". We believe this project attests to the necessity of hiring a design professional to guide a homeowner through the process of renovation, on any scale with any budget. |