Designer

Shawna Beauchamp, who has been designing kitchens for 18 years, headed this project that was completed earlier this year.

Backstory

This project was part of a home remodel. As it stood, the kitchen featured dark cabinetry and a lone and small window. Those two factors contributed to the fact that the kitchen was dark and uninviting. The homeowner came to the table knowing where she wanted the appliance locations, along with a desire to have a better view into the lovely backyard. Bringing the outside in was important to both the homeowners and the designer. As Shawna recounts, “It was my goal to create a functional and enjoyable space in which they could entertain and enjoy their daily life.”

Innovative Aspects of the Project

During the design phase of the project, the idea of using three different cabinet finishes was suggested by the homeowner.  “We worked through some options and the result is so fun and unique!” says Shawna.

Trends Seen in the Design

Green! This relates to color, as the lower cabinets are painted a shade of green; plus, it’s introduced in a natural way courtesy of windows that provide a view of the backyard’s trees and gardens.

Also trending: Three cabinet finishes: green and white paint, as well as wood stain!  Warmer tones.  A microwave drawer.  Crosshatch backsplash pattern (again utilizing a pale shade of green). Sink-base drawer unit for the sake of convenience.

Problem solved! The support beam issue was solved by reducing the size of the cabinet beneath it and setting it back a few inches from the adjoining cabinet. The design was replicated on the other side of the range, thus creating an optical illusion and solving a problem. Note the natural finish of the range hood.

The issue of not having space for a pantry was solved by surrounding the fridge with cabinetry.

Prior to the remodel one small window admitted natural light. Now, the space is bathed in natural light.

The crosshatch design of the subway tile makes for a more creative backsplash.

Conveniences include a pull-out drawer beneath the sink. No more searching for something in a dark hole!

Splurges Added to the Design

Shawna reports that while doubling the size of the window behind the sink felt like a splurge due to the work that went into it, it was always a main driver of the remodel. Using drawers wherever possible was also a splurge, but the convenience of accessibility was paramount.

Does Choice Home Remodeling See Kitchen Design Going in Any New Direction?

According to Shawna, warmer tones are taking over. Also, stained woods, which are more forgiving, are making a comeback as opposed to the all-white or painted kitchen.

Trades Partners

Windows/Doors: Choice Home Remodeling Team

Plumbing: Custom Plumbing and Heating, Inc.

Flooring: D&S Flooring

Electrical: Iddings Electric

Counters: LappTops

550 East Main Street, New Holland
Choicehomeremodeling.com 

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