Modern Approach
Original Kitchen
A Different View
“For a project like this, where you have a house with a very strong character and structure (and a homeowner who appreciates modern architecture), there are really only two ways to go. You can do a building addition that fits into the same character or do something completely different,” says Monchak.
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Smart Cabinetry
The tall cabinet next to the microwave maximizes efficiency with pull-out drawers (other built-ins include a trash/recycling center installed below the windows). The warmth of fine-grained oak, with a white milk-tint rubbed finish, nicely bridges the centuries betweenColonialand contemporary.
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Open Shelf Storage
To maintain a light, airy, open feeling and make the most of the views, Monchak nixed the idea ofupper cabinets. Shelves in front of the windows and above the sink provide additional storage without adding bulk.
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Glass Backsplash
“I wanted something bright as an accent,” Monchak says. The seamless, easy-carebacksplashwas created from a single sheet of glass that was back-painted in a warm hue. Use glass tiles as a budget-wise way to replicate the look of back-painted glass.
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Fireslate Countertops
The Fireslatecountertopmay look familiar to anyone who ever took a high school chemistry class, since the manufactured slabs are so tough they’re laboratory mainstays. However, oil, acidic foods, wine and even water will leave their mark on Fireslate.
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Contemporary Range Hood
Therange hoodwas another topic of debate. The client, who enjoys cooking, insisted on one. Monchak was reluctant to install anything overhead but ultimately developed the perfect solution for the space: a cylindrical stainless steel unit with a sculptural look that’s at home in its modern surroundings.
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Sliding Doors
Sliding doors—crafted of sandblasted glass and fiber-cement panels—separate the kitchen and sunroom, adding to the versatility of the space. They can be open for entertaining larger groups or closed to create separate intimate spaces.
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Made for Entertaining
The flow between kitchen and sunroom continues to a stone patio perfect for al fresco relaxing, dining, and entertaining, further fulfilling the original project goals of creating an attractive and functional space to share with friends. For more on this kitchen,click here.
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For More...
For more on kitchen remodeling, consider:
Planning Guide: Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen Layouts: 4 Space-Smart Plans
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