Cute Mt. Tabor Bungalow

"I want a dishwasher and I want to be able to see my backyard!" she declared. This was a problem as this kitchen was so small there just was no place to add a dishwasher or move the refrigerator away from the window. The solution, a complete redesign with new Hanover Maple Glacier cabinets from Wellborn. We decided to bump out the wall 2 feet to make room for the reconfiguration of appliances and work surfaces. A new dishwasher would now fit next to the sink and careful planning went into the design to insure the dishwasher would open without hitting the refrigerator and the drawers would open without hitting the dishwasher handle. A lazy susan was added in the corner to maximize the storage in the kitchen lower cabinets. Solid Maple dovetail drawers on full extension cushion close guides allow for full depth access in all the drawer banks. Tray divider storage was added right of the range to neatly arrange her cookie sheets and baking trays. Uppers with all adjustable shelving allowed for any configuration of her plates and glasses which were a welcome change from the fixed shelving she had lived with for so long. A vertical pantry was added to store the can goods which used to take up precious storage in upper cabinets. Now that the refrigerator was moved to a new location, a baking center she had always dreamed of could be built. Using a combination of Wellborn's shaker style leg, shallow drawers and shelving material the baking center was created. A solid Maple butcher block top completed the work surface. Absolute black slab granite countertops were selected for the main kitchen counters which fit perfectly with this bungalow style home. Fescue wall color, bamboo flooring and vintage light fixtures complete the look she was after. The result, more counter space, a comfortable functional kitchen with the added benefit of a bake center where the nieces can help auntie make the cookies.