Victorian Brown Kitchen Design Ideas

Eisenhower House Kitchen
Eisenhower House Kitchen
Matthew Fowler, ArchitectMatthew Fowler, Architect
View of traditional kitchen with beadboard-front and glass-front cabinets, farmhouse sink, stainless steel restaurant range and range hood, and stone tile flooring.
Downtown Victorian Remodel
Downtown Victorian Remodel
Alpine Design KitchensAlpine Design Kitchens
This home is more than 100 years old. The previous kitchen was a poorly done remodel completed in 1992. Walls were removed and a steel beam was used to open up the kitchen to the informal dinning area. A larger window was added to brighten up the space. Cabinets are inset design and were custom built in lengths up to 8 feet so as to not have any visible seams where 2 cabinets join together. The island counter-top is custom made walnut face grain butcher block 68" X 68" and 2 1/2" thick. Hidden behind cabinet panels are two dishwashers and a SubZero refrigerator.
Eastport Victorian Kitchen
Eastport Victorian Kitchen
Tina Colebrook ArchitectTina Colebrook Architect
The existing quirky floor plan of this 17 year old kitchen created 4 work areas and left no room for a proper laundry and utility room. We actually made this kitchen smaller to make it function better. We took the cramped u-shaped area that housed the stove and refrigerator and walled it off to create a new more generous laundry room with room for ironing & sewing. The now rectangular shaped kitchen was reoriented by installing new windows with higher sills we were able to line the exterior wall with cabinets and counter, giving the sink a nice view to the side yard. To create the Victorian look the owners desired in their 1920’s home, we used wall cabinets with inset doors and beaded panels, for economy the base cabinets are full overlay doors & drawers all in the same finish, Nordic White. The owner selected a gorgeous serene white river granite for the counters and we selected a taupe glass subway tile to pull the palette together. Another special feature of this kitchen is the custom pocket dog door. The owner’s had a salvaged door that we incorporated in a pocket in the peninsula to corale the dogs when the owner aren’t home. Tina Colebrook
Victorian Style - Several Examples
Victorian Style - Several Examples
San Luis Kitchen Co.San Luis Kitchen Co.
The owners of a local historic Victorian home needed a kitchen that would not only meet the everyday needs of their family but also function well for large catered events. We designed the kitchen to fit with the historic architecture -- using period specific materials such as dark cherry wood, Carrera marble counters, and hexagonal mosaic floor tile. (Not to mention the unique light fixtures and custom decor throughout the home.) Just off the kitchen to the right is a butler's pantry -- storage for all the entertaining table & glassware as well as a perfect staging area. We used Wood-Mode cabinets in the Beacon Hill doorstyle -- Burgundy finish on cherry; integral raised end panels and lavish Victorian style trim are essential to the kitchen's appeal.
Project Clark Ave Restoration
Project Clark Ave Restoration
Chelsea Design CompanyChelsea Design Company
Dark Stained Cabinets with Honed Danby Marble Counters & Exposed Brick to give an aged look.
Summit Hill Shingle-Style Home Remodel
Summit Hill Shingle-Style Home Remodel
David Heide Design StudioDavid Heide Design Studio
Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio -- Photos: Susan Gilmore
Elegant Victorian Kitchen Remodel
Elegant Victorian Kitchen Remodel
Advance Design Studio, Ltd.Advance Design Studio, Ltd.
Curtis and Peggy had been thinking of a kitchen remodel for quite some time, but they knew their house would have a unique set of challenges. Their older Victorian house was built in 1891. The kitchen cabinetry was original, and they wanted to keep the authenticity of their period home while adding modern comforts that would improve their quality of life. A friend recommended Advance Design Studio for their exceptional experience and quality of work. After meeting with designer Michelle Lecinski at Advance Design, they were confident they could partner with Advance to accomplish the unique kitchen renovation they’d been talking about for years. “We wanted to do the kitchen for a long, long time,” Curtis said. “(We asked ourselves) what are we actually going to do? How are we going to do this? And who are we going to find to do exactly what we want?” The goal for the project was to keep the home renovation and new kitchen feeling authentic to the time in which it was built. They desperately wanted the modern comforts that come with a larger refrigerator and the dishwasher that they never had! The old home was also a bit drafty so adding a fireplace, wall insulation and new windows became a priority. They very much wanted to create a comfortable hearth room adjacent to the kitchen, complete with old world brick. The original cabinetry had to go to make way for beautiful new kitchen cabinetry that appears as if it was a hundred years old, but with all the benefits of cutting-edge storage, self-closing drawers, and a brand-new look. “We just wanted to keep it old looking, but with some modern updates,” Peggy said. Dura Supreme Highland Cabinets with a Heritage Old World Painted Finish replaced the original 1891 cabinets. The hand-applied careful rubbed-off detailing makes these exquisite cabinets look as if they came from a far-gone era. Despite the small size of the kitchen, Peggy, Curtis and Michelle utilized every inch with custom cabinet sizes to increase storage capacity. The custom cabinets allowed for the addition of a 24” Fisher Paykel dishwasher with a concealing Dura Supreme door panel. Michelle was also able to work into the new design a larger 30” Fisher Paykel French refrigerator. “We made every ¼ inch count in this small space,” designer Michelle said. “Having the ability to custom size the cabinetry was the only way to achieve this.” “The kitchen essentially was designed around the Heartland Vintage range and oven,” says Michelle. A classic appliance that combines nostalgic beauty and craftsmanship for modern cooking, with nickel plated trim and elegantly shaped handles and legs; the not to miss range is a striking focal point of the entire room and an engaging conversation piece. Granite countertops in Kodiak Satin with subtle veining kept with the old-world style. The delicate porcelain La Vie Crackle Sonoma tile kitchen backsplash compliments the home’s style perfectly. A handcrafted passthrough designed to show off Peggy’s fine china was custom built by project carpenters Justin Davis and Jeff Dallain to physically and visually open the space. Additional storage was created in the custom panty room with Latte Edinburg cabinets, hand-made weathered wood shelving with authentic black iron brackets, and an intricate tin copper ceiling. Peggy and Curtis loved the idea of adding a Vermont stove to make the hearth-room not only functional, but a truly beckoning place to be. A stunning Bordeaux red Vermont Castings Stove with crisp black ventilation was chosen and combined with the authentic reclaimed Chicago brick wall. Advance’s talented carpenters custom-built elegant weathered shelves to house family memorabilia, installed carefully chosen barn sconces, and made the hearth room an inviting place to relax with a cup of coffee and a good book. “Peggy and Curtis’ project was so much fun to work on. Creating a space that looks and feels like it always belonged in this beautiful old Victorian home is a designer’s dream. To see the delight in their faces when they saw the design details coming together truly made it worth the time and effort that went into making the very compact kitchen space work”, said Michelle. “The result is an amazing custom kitchen, packed with functionality in every inch, nook and cranny!” exclaims Michelle. The renovation didn’t end with the kitchen. New Pella windows were added to help lessen the drafts. The removal of the original windows and trim necessitated the re-creation of hand-made corbels and trim details no longer available today. The talented carpenter team came to the rescue, crafting new pieces and masterfully finishing them as if they were always there. New custom gutters were formed and installed with a front entry rework necessary to accommodate the changes. The whole house functions better, but it still feels like the original 1891 home. “From start to finish it’s just a much better space than we used to have,” Peggy said. “Jeff and Justin were amazing.” Curtis added; “We were lucky to find Advance Design, because they really came through for us. I loved that they had everything in house, anything you needed to have done, they could do it”.
Traditional Kitchen Remodel
Traditional Kitchen Remodel
Residential Signature BuildersResidential Signature Builders
Traditional kitchen remodel, featuring double farm sinks, pendant lighting, dark cherry hardwood floors, custom made cabinetry and stainless steel appliances.
Grand Westchester County Estate
Grand Westchester County Estate
Robin Baron DesignRobin Baron Design
Antique light fixture and roosters from Robin Baron Collection
Kitchens - Provincial
Kitchens - Provincial
T&K Contractors Inc.T&K Contractors Inc.
Country-style French provincial is enhanced with unique cabinetry accents, impeccable craftsmanship and creative design.
Lady Bay House
Lady Bay House
Hilary Marconetto InteriorsHilary Marconetto Interiors
The Kitchen the layout was already dictated, however we upgraded the tired cabinetry, colour blocking it to add interest. Open shelving replaces cumbersome top cupboards, giving it a more open feel. Two toned textured tiles and a statement terrazzo piece on the breakfast bar work as the focal points and add interest. A larder cupboard was added to create more storage. We worked the design so the client was able to use the existing worktop, which helped with both budget and sustainability. Over counter lights add in interesting detail, ambient lighting and add to the mid century feel of the house decor. In phase one the dining room was painted, furniture pieces were added more recently, window dressings and a statement light.

Victorian Brown Kitchen Design Ideas

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