The original finishes were in good condition but didn’t fit their aesthetic after 20 years in the home

The living room was cut off from the kitchen

The small, awkwardly shaped island didn’t allow for seating or sufficient storage

Desk and pantry space weren’t optimized for their storage needs

Warm modern palette with new flooring throughout

Remove wall between kitchen and living room to allow for a larger island with seating and improved connection for entertaining

Better storage

Updated lighting throughout

With the wall removed between the living room and kitchen, the flow between the rooms allows more options for everyday living and entertaining

The enlarged island has plenty of storage for cooking prep and seating for 4

New wall of pantry cabinets allow for the microwave and other small appliances to stay off the counters yet remain easily accessible

Gray shaker cabinets on the perimeter and the navy island each have a different easy to maintain quartz counter and tie in with the existing living room furniture palette

New luxury vinyl plank flooring unite the living room, dining room and kitchen

Living room furniture was rearranged, with a new area rug to anchor it, to allow TV watching from both rooms when entertaining

Custom walnut beam mantel and tile surround refresh the double sided fireplace

Wood and leather details on the black pendant lights are a departure from the typical glass pendants seen in kitchen remodels

The black ring chandelier in the entry pops against dark navy walls, repeating the black and navy accents from the kitchen