Homeowners’ Request:The kitchen had already been demolished months before Amy Rothman first saw the house. The house, originally built in 1955, had magnificent midcentury elements. The kitchen, which had been partially redone in the ’80s or ’90s with natural maple cabinets and other elements that were clearly the wrong style, needed an update. The goal was to improve the function and flow and to create a visually stunning kitchen that complements and blends beautifully with the original architecture.Cabinet Color:Maple cabinets in dark gray-brown stain. Large windows flood the room with light during much of the day, so the dark cabinets do not overpower the space at all. The room feels very airy, welcoming, and bright.Other Special Features:The white floating shelves and glass-fronted wall cabinets brought the whole project together. The countertops are white quartz with light gray veining. The floor is polished concrete.Designer Tip:Window location is really important and is often overlooked. A well-placed window can breathe life into a room. Changing the original location of the windows greatly enhanced this kitchen experience. A larger and more centrally placed window allowed for the sink to be moved to a better location in the kitchen and improved the positioning of the appliances and floating shelves. This new window also drove more natural light into the kitchen and provided a wonderful view of the vibrant greenery just outside. Paying attention to window size and location can often go a long way.Cabinets:Whitman style by Kemper Cabinets in Storm stain, MasterBrand Cabinets.
