2018 Remodeling Excellence Award
A New Kitchen with a View
It was time for this tired, old galley kitchen to go. Instead, the family wanted a large, transitional kitchen with ample seating for entertaining. They also wanted a casual conversation area, an open gathering space for their dogs and a new point of entry into the back yard. To make room for all of this, they knew they needed an addition. However, it was important that the new space matched the existing style of the home.
Normandy Designer Maury Jones went to work making sure that everything on their wish list was granted.
“To ensure there was enough space for entertaining, the range wall of the old galley kitchen was converted into a bar and wine center,” said Maury. “It’s a great spot to set up drinks and appetizers for a party.”
Next up was the kitchen, which was placed adjacent to the bar area, into a new large addition. When it came to functionality, this space was greatly enhanced with the eat-in kitchen seating area, accommodating quick morning meals or family dinners.
The space has a “new vintage” style with Carrera marble, polished metal hardware, shaker style cabinetry, and steam-punk light fixtures with Edison bulbs. Together, this mixture of materials creates a layered and textured look that complements the eclectic, yet balanced feeling of the home.
Just a few steps from the kitchen, you’ll find the conversation area; a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee, read the morning paper or interact with the dogs. It was created in a bay nook that matches the dimensions of the dining room nook for continuity.
“A new sliding patio door was installed, flanked by two large windows connecting to the outdoor space, highlighting the beautiful backyard view and bringing in more natural light,” added Maury.
The room’s new floor plan functions well too. The addition allows ample room for traffic flow in the space whether it’s for busy family life or entertaining a large crowd.
The style and function of this addition earned it a Remodeling Excellence Award from NARI (National Association of the Remodeling Industry) Greater Chicagoland. This award, which is selected by a panel of experts, recognizes beautiful and well-thought-out designs in the Chicagoland area.
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