KITCHEN RENOVATION UPTOWN
(“After” photos by Martyn Gallina-Jones)
Before renovations, the successful owners were frustrated with their average kitchen. They longed for a space that would finally reflect their aesthetic and their love for cooking and entertaining. Although their busy schedules were challenging, the renovation was phased to accommodate their career demands.
KITCHEN
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BEFORE - standard galley layout with limited storage
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AFTER - extended galley layout with full-height pantry, plus bar / buffet
During renovations, the challenge was to reimagine and elevate this small galley kitchen that made cooking seem like a chore in its unrenovated condition. They wanted a beautiful showpiece that reflected their taste and lifestyle. The entire kitchen was gutted, and HUMANSCAPES’ proposed design options that included high-end appliances, finishes, and details. The clients approved one of the recommended design plans and work began.
KITCHEN
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BEFORE
Standard countertops, cabinets, fixtures, lighting, and appliances, including a countertop microwave, were unattractive and used the space inefficiently
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AFTER
High-end appliances, materials, and fixtures were selected, and many improvements were included for maximizing the small space and functionality
KITCHEN RENOVATION
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AFTER
After renovations, HUMANSCAPES’ design added significantly more lighting and created a more open appearance; the small kitchen now seems larger and more welcoming. The new design is now more user-friendly for the owners and guests to cook and gather.
Kitchen Renovation Details include: increasing floor space by concealing the counter-depth Sub-Zero refrigerator in the far left full-height cabinet, continuing a more streamlined aesthetic overall by seamlessly integrating the Miele dishwasher into a base cabinet, as well as adding an over-door storage cabinet, built-in spice rack inside an upper cabinet door, full-depth pull-out shelves, flip-down sink tray, pull-out recycling / trash bins, and an interior towel bar.
KITCHEN RENOVATION DETAILS
Photos below detail custom-designed full-height China Cabinet/Display Case that provides substantial storage plus lighted display above. The custom-designed Bar / Buffet unit that conceals a wine refrigerator is conveniently positioned adjacent to the Living Room.
KITCHEN RENOVATION ADDITIONAL UNITS
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BEFORE
Kitchen entrance behind drapery on the left and an awkward narrow pass-through from Kitchen into Living Room, rather than into Dining Area
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AFTER
Additional units feature a custom-built Bar / Buffet with a wine refrigerator and the adjacent full-height China Cabinet with a lighted upper Display Case
