Sitting on the edge of the wild expanse that is the Cleveland National Forest, this Dove Canyon home deserved an updated look inspired by the woods.
Before
When we were first called in. our team was met with a gray and white kitchen. Didn’t make the best use of space. Bulky cabinets crowded the space, and the layout forced appliances into tight gaps. As a result, the cabinets lacked efficient shelving. This poor storage design created a major inconvenience for the homeowners. A peninsula bar area also created a barrier that separated the kitchen from the living area, stifling the flow of the space. The team focused on improving the kitchen layout while expanding storage options. At the same time, the design introduced a warmer and more inviting look.
Restructuring
We started by knocking out all of the original structures in the kitchen, including the peninsula bar. This freed up the room to create a more open U-shaped layout. We also installed new bay windows, which let in far more light and added more visual space.
The owners wanted a contrast between warm wood cabinetry and something lighter, so we went with a light color scheme for the base of the new large kitchen island, and a medium brown finished maple for the rest of the cabinets. The traditional cabinets featured a Euro and Face Frame style and used Nadia doors. Additionally, dark knobs and handles enhanced every drawer and cabinet to match the earthy color palette. Meanwhile, Bedrosians granite countertops in a Typhoon Bordeaux finish completed the space. They also showcased a bold 1 ½” Double Ogee edge for added elegance.
In the kitchen island facing the stove, a series of spice and racks were installed for easy access while cooking. Beneath the new stove top, we put in large, deep drawers that now hold all of the owner’s cooking pans. To the right is a pull-out rack for cooking oils and sauces, and to the left, a folding corner cabinet contains lazy susans that prevent the need for digging through the storage.
Above the stove area we built a 66” long custom wooden hood in an industrial style. This stately piece serves as the focal point of the kitchen. Beneath it, Durango tile creates a striking backsplash that adds even more character to the wall. Additionally, the design includes extra shelving above the section where the new oven and microwave now sit. The vertical shelves enable easy grabbing and sorting.
Appliances
To create a cohesive kitchen design, the team selected all appliances from the GE Monogram® collection in a sleek stainless steel finish. Additionally, the custom hood design features a 36-inch custom hood insert. Beneath it, a new 36-inch professional gas rangetop with six burners functions as the main stove. On the right side of the kitchen, custom cabinets sit flush around a 42-inch built-in professional side-by-side refrigerator with a dispenser and water filter. Furthermore, stacked appliances include a built-in Advantium microwave oven alongside a GE Monogram 30-inch built-in single oven, completing the layout seamlessly.
Wine Cabinet
Just outside the kitchen was a small alcove the owners wanted to turn into a wine area. We slightly recessed the wall to make room for a robust wine cabinet, custom-built to match the medium brown wood of the kitchen’s cabinetry. In the center was placed a GE Monogram Wine Reserve with Liquid Crystal Privacy Glass. The countertop provides plenty of room for serving wine.
The beautiful results of this Dove Canyon Orange County kitchen renovation can achieved in your home as well. Contact APlus Interiors & Design today to get a quote for your remodel.
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