renovations_by_design
Bauer Kitchen
The homeowners wanted to update their kitchen and asked us to design and implement a plan that would address the following needs. Utilize the dining area and increase the counter top and storage capacity of the kitchen. By eliminating the wall between the kitchen and dining area we were able to meet all their needs. The look and function of the kitchen completely changed when the kitchen and dining areas were integrated. We constructed a half wall which provides some division but allows shelving, cabinetry and a separate work space to be created. We gained uninterrupted counter space by moving the refrigerator to the other side of the kitchen and created a peninsula. This adjustment altered the traffic pattern by removing the old peninsula that acted like a road block when trying to enter the old kitchen. We addressed the issue of storage not only by creating the peninsula and separate cooking area, but by incorporating the built-in hutch in the dining area. Two large utility cabinets were placed on each side complemented with open display shelves and a wine rack. The base cabinets provide additional storage space for dishes and the center drawers can be used for table linens. The overall design maximized the use of the rooms and provided the open and welcome feeling the homeowners were looking for.
Bauer Kitchen
The homeowners wanted to update their kitchen and asked us to design and implement a plan that would address the following needs. Utilize the dining area and increase the counter top and storage capacity of the kitchen. By eliminating the wall between the kitchen and dining area we were able to meet all their needs. The look and function of the kitchen completely changed when the kitchen and dining areas were integrated. We constructed a half wall which provides some division but allows shelving, cabinetry and a separate work space to be created. We gained uninterrupted counter space by moving the refrigerator to the other side of the kitchen and created a peninsula. This adjustment altered the traffic pattern by removing the old peninsula that acted like a road block when trying to enter the old kitchen. We addressed the issue of storage not only by creating the peninsula and separate cooking area, but by incorporating the built-in hutch in the dining area. Two large utility cabinets were placed on each side complemented with open display shelves and a wine rack. The base cabinets provide additional storage space for dishes and the center drawers can be used for table linens. The overall design maximized the use of the rooms and provided the open and welcome feeling the homeowners were looking for.