Kitchen with Purple Benchtop Design Ideas

Testimonial:We loved working with design studio west. We renovated our galley style kitchen and added a deck and outdoor shower. It’s been a few years and I wouldn’t change a thing about the whole project! Audry is the best! She came up with wonderful ideas and solutions in our somewhat small kitchen. Everyone at DSW listened to our input and ideas, at all stages of the process. Doug was our project manager, and he was excellent as well. Renovations can be stressful, but ours went really smooth with DSW at the wheel. I can’t say enough good things. If you are considering a renovation, choose Lee Austin and his team at design studio west!

Bay window behind sink provides plenty of room for wiping up behind the sink and an expansive view to the backyard. Notice the reflection in the window of the hood, cooktop, decorative tile behind the cooktop, and pasta pot faucet. Custom cabinetry was designed and crafted in our own millwork and cabinetry shop.

Alessandra Favetto Photography

Our clients desired to keep their original 1950’s wood cabinetry but update their tired laminate counters and dated appliances. Our solution was to install striking cobalt blue Silestone countertops to complement the original cabinetry while providing a durable work surface for prep. In addition, existing cabinetry was retro-fitted to accept modern appliances (no easy task!) and a more functional eating bar was added. Retro Bertoia-inspired bar stools complement the vintage kitchen’s new aesthetic.

Condos are often a challenge – can’t move water, venting has to remain connected to existing ducting and recessed cans may not be an option. In this project, we had an added challenge – we could not lower the ceiling on the exterior wall due to a continual leak issue that the HOA has put off due to the multi-million-dollar expense. DESIGN PHILOSOPHY: Work Centers: prep, baking, clean up, message, beverage and entertaining. Vignette Design: avoid wall to wall cabinets, enhance the work center philosophy Geometry: create a more exciting and natural flow ANGLES: the baking center features a Miele wall oven and Liebherr Freezer, the countertop is 36” deep (allowing for an extra deep appliance garage with stainless tambour). CURVES: the island, desk and ceiling is curved to create a more natural flow. A raised drink counter in Sapele allows for “bellying up to the bar” CIRCLES: the 60” table (seating for 6) is supported by a steel plate and a custom column (used also to support the end of the curved desk – not shown) ISLAND CHALLENGE: To install recessed cans and connect to the existing ducting – we dropped the ceiling 6”. The dropped ceiling curves at the end of the island to the existing ceiling height at the pantry/desk area of the kitchen. The stainless steel column at the end of the island is an electrical chase (the ceiling is concrete, which we were not allowed to puncture) for the island Cabinets: Sapele – Vertical Grain Island Cabinets: Metro LM 98 – Horizontal Grain Laminate Countertop Granite: Purple Dunes Wood – maple Drink Counter: Sapele Appliances: Refrigerator and Freezer: Liebherr Induction CT, DW, Wall and Steam Oven: Miele Hood: Best Range Hoods – Cirrus Wine Refrigerator: Perlick Flooring: Cork Tile Backsplash: Artistic Tile Steppes – Negro Marquina Lighting: Tom Dixon NW Architectural Photography

Modern kitchen featuring Wood-Mode cabinets. Chatham Recessed door style throughout with a Vintage Lace finish on Maple. All wall cabinets have recessed bottoms for under cabinet lights, The kitchen design features ceiling puck lighting and pendants above the island. The island was designed to contrast the perimeter of the kitchen by having a cobalt blue countertop. Decorative panels, double trash, 9" pullout and open storage are all housed in the island. Architect: Mark Atkins with Masa Studio Architects Contractor: Vivas Contractors, Inc Cabinet Designer: Nicki Kana with Cabinet Innovations

David Gehosky

The colorful kitchen also takes advantage of custom art glass in order to block unwanted views. The design of the custom concrete counter and backsplash flows into the art glass effortlessly, and both are sharply accentuated by stainless steel appliances (such as a range hood which also flows with the movement of both custom pieces). Skylights above both windows allow extra daylight into the room. Photo by Roger Foley.

Peninsula with seating. Photos by Sunny Grewal

This contemporary kitchen and living room were created and designed in collaboration with our partner Elena Karelskaya, an incredibly talented designer from Europe who awakens creativity in every composition. We carefully manufactured all the surfaces, furniture, and lighting, balancing different textures and textiles to embrace the exclusiveness of the house. This contemporary kitchen and living room were created and designed in collaboration with our partner Elena Karelskaya, an incredibly talented designer from Europe who awakens creativity in every composition. We carefully manufactured all the surfaces, furniture, and lighting, balancing different textures and textiles to embrace the exclusiveness of the house.

Valcucine New Logica mit Funktionskanal aus Stein (Marmor)

All appliances featured in this Wood-Mode kitchen are SubZero Wolf and Bosch. The kitchen perimeter turns to make an L-shape and is finished with a waterfall countertop for seating. The island countertop features a beautiful cobalt blue Pyrolave countertop to contrast that light colors present around the kitchen. The island design has open cabinets on either side for cookbook storage and is finished with decorative panels. This Wood-Mode kitchen uses the Chatham Recessed door style with a Vintage Lace finish on Maple. Architect: Mark Atkins with Masa Studio Architects Contractor: Vivas Contractors, Inc Cabinet Designer: Nicki Kana with Cabinet Innovations

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