Kitchen

Built by Award Winning, Certified Luxury Custom Home Builder SHELTER Custom-Built Living. Interior Details and Design- SHELTER Custom-Built Living Build-Design team. . Architect- DLB Custom Home Design INC.. Interior Decorator- Hollis Erickson Design.

Ziger/Snead Architects with Jenkins Baer Associates Photography by Alain Jaramillo

Robin Stancliff photo credits. This kitchen had a complete transformation, and now it is beautiful, bright, and much more accessible! To accomplish my goals for this kitchen, I had to completely demolish the walls surrounding the kitchen, only keeping the attractive exposed load bearing posts and the HVAC system in place. I also left the existing pony wall, which I turned into a breakfast area, to keep the electric wiring in place. A challenge that I encountered was that my client wanted to keep the original Saltillo tile that gives her home it’s Southwestern flair, while having an updated kitchen with a mid-century modern aesthetic. Ultimately, the vintage Saltillo tile adds a lot of character and interest to the new kitchen design. To keep things clean and minimal, all of the countertops are easy-to-clean white quartz. Since most of the cooking will be done on the new induction stove in the breakfast area, I added a uniquely textured three-dimensional backsplash to give a more decorative feel. Since my client wanted the kitchen to be disability compliant, we put the microwave underneath the counter for easy access and added ample storage space beneath the counters rather than up high. With a full view of the surrounding rooms, this new kitchen layout feels very open and accessible. The crisp white cabinets and wall color is accented by a grey island and updated lighting throughout. Now, my client has a kitchen that feels open and easy to maintain while being safe and useful for people with disabilities.

All new products from Lowe's Countertop: Formica Marbled Cappuccino in Gloss fabricated by CounterForm-LLC Cabinets by Shenandoah Craftsmen: Creative Renovations Designed by: Marcus Lehman Photos by: Marcus Lehman

Nicola Tirelli

McLean, Virginia Modern Kitchen design by #JenniferGilmer See more designs on www.gilmerkitchens.com

Photography by Beth Singer

This mountain modern cabin is located in the mountains adjacent to an organic farm overlooking the South Toe River. The highest portion of the property offers stunning mountain views, however, the owners wanted to minimize the home’s visual impact on the surrounding hillsides. The house was located down slope and near a woodland edge which provides additional privacy and protection from strong northern winds.

These clients incorporated their stunning view into the design of their home. With the advise from Astro's talented Kitchen & Bath Designer, their vision was able to come true throughout these beautiful spaces.

Ziger/Snead Architects with Jenkins Baer Associates Photography by Alain Jaramillo

The original kitchen was walled in for a galley layout. The waterfall Island replaced where the walls were. The custom dining table adds to the continuity of the space. The client did a great job finding the right chairs and stools! The table and all the cabinets are built by True To Form Design with domestic cabinet grade hardwoods and premium hardware.

After the kitchen's pantry, the next few drawers retain their sheen, but the handles that aren't used throughout the kitchen make you subtly realize the distinction--a seamless transition from the fridge drawers!