Gormish Kitchen
Details from dgormish on 7/29/2014
Link to dgormish's Finished photos
Introduction:
We moved into this house 18 years ago. I had been wanting to remodel it for about 8 years. We finally got things ready to do it and in the fall of 2013 we began interviewing contractors. We signed a contract in January 2014. We agreed to use a custom cabinetmaker because of some of the strange configurations in our kitchen. We had seen his work and knew it was good. We also knew he was slow and has several projects in the works. So, we didn't start the tear down until the cabinetmaker was close to done. The time from the tear down to the last day the contractor worked here was 8 weeks. One week we were on vacation so the work itself took 7 weeks. Work completed July 2014.
The challenges of this kitchen on its own architecturally and my own limits (time frame and no knocking down walls) meant I had to keep the same footprint. The house is on a slab and the roof is flat – which means electrical really needs to go through walls. We did the work to California code which meant some upgrades but not as many because we kept the footprint. Anything else would have opened a huge can of worms in time, labor and expense.
I think we made great use of the existing space. There is now much more cabinet and counter space. There are specific cooking, cleaning and prep areas. It is so much more efficient and functional. We enlarged the total useable countertop area, added more cabinets that were efficiently designed for the space, replaced the window, made space for the microwave, installed a functional range hood so that it actually works and increased the number of electrical outlets. The granite is a great improvement over the tile counters. I have always enjoyed cooking and baking but this makes it so much nicer. Decisions were also made to try to make things easy to clean so I wouldn’t be spending my days scrubbing and dusting everything. While I knew I would really enjoy the granite counters and more drawers I have found myself surprised at how much I like the slightly larger sink, high arc faucet, new refrigerator and just having the microwave off the countertop. I also enjoy just staring at the backsplash.
The remodel began with interviewing contractors in the fall. We signed a contract in January. We agreed to use a custom cabinetmaker because of some of the strange configurations in our kitchen. We had seen his work and knew it was good. We also knew he was slow and has several projects in the works. So, we didn’t start the tear down until the cabinetmaker was close to done. The time from the tear down to the last day the contractor worked here was 8 weeks. One week we were on vacation so the work itself took 7 weeks. I did a LOT of grilling during that time!
The biggest snag in the remodel was the floor. We found we had moisture issues and the floor had to be leveled in spots. Fixing those issues were time consuming and expensive. We also learned the venting to the outside for the range hood was done improperly but that didn’t require much additional work.
Kitchen Highlights:
- Cabinets - White (KM Swiss Coffee) custom made
- Countertops - Blue Pearl GT granite
- Paint - KM Swiss Coffee and SW Crisp Linen
- Backsplash - Pratt and Larson, 6 X 6 Motif H, 4 X 4 field and 1 X 6 field
- Faucet - Moen Haysfield
- Sink - Kohler Bakersfield
- Range Hood - Windster WS5830SS
- Refrigerator - Whirlpool French Door WRF532SMB
- Luxury Vinyl Tile - Armstrong Alterna, Mesa Stone, light gray
At some point we will replace the stove but this is it for now.
KitchenDetails:
1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel: Kitchen Remodel/Existing Footprint/Mostly New Items
Kitchen installation: Hired General Contractor
Budget: Middle Budget
Location: U.S. Western
Location Type: Suburban
2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function: Family with one eager cook
Kitchen Designer: Self-Designed
Kitchen Size: Small (under 150 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL):
Kitchen Height: Height 8 feet or less
Kitchen Shape: L-Shaped Kitchen plus Peninsula
Kitchen Style: Transitional Style
Kitchen Island: No Island
Kitchen Peninsula: Peninsula Without Seating, Peninsula with one level
Kitchen Seating: No Seating
Design Special Features: Pass-Thru
3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused: New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Custom Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer:
Cabinet Manufacturer Details:
Cabinet Door Composition:
Cabinet Door (Wood): Maple Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition:
Cabinet Box (Wood): Maple Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Framing: Frameless Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay: Full Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style:
Cabinet Color: White Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish: Painted Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height: Gap between Cabinets and Ceiling with Straight Cabinets
Mixed Cabinets? No mixed cabinets
Cabinet Special Features: Full Extension Cabinet Drawers, Soft-Close Cabinet Drawers
Cabinet Other Information: Cabinets custom made to fit specific areas. Pull out in an otherwise dead corner to the left of the sink. Shelves at end of row of cabinets.
4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused: New Countertops
Countertop Composition: Granite (slab) Countertop
Granite Countertop: Blue Pearl GT
Countertop Color: Blue/Black/Gold/Gray
Countertop Edge: Eased Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops? No Mixed Countertops
Countertop Fabricator: Barragan Granite, San Jose
Countertop Other Information: Overhang on peninsula for more work space
5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused: New Backsplash
Backsplash Material: Ceramic Backsplash
Backsplash Type: Square Tile Backsplash
Backsplash Pattern: Diagonal pattern Backsplash, Liner tiles in backplash
Backsplash Tile Size: Backsplash Tile Square - Medium (4x4), Backsplash Tile Square - Large (over 6x6)
Backsplash Size: Full backsplash
Backsplash Color: Blue Backsplash
Backsplash Manufacturer: Pratt and Larson
Backsplash Details: Pratt and Larson, 6 X 6 Motif H, 4 X 4 field and 1 X 6 field
Backsplash Supplier: All Natural Stone, Burlingame, CA
Backsplash Special Features: Handmade Tiles in Backsplash
6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused? Mix of Old and New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer: Whirlpool French Door WRF532SMB
Refrigerator Color: Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features: French Door Refrigerator
Range/Stove Manufacturer:
Range/Stove Details:
Range/Stove Color:
Range/Stove Special Features: Range Mount Freestanding, Glass Top Range/Stove, Reused Range (used existing)
Range Hood Manufacturer: Windster WS5830SS
Range Hood Max CFM: 601-1000 CFM Range Hood
Range Hood MUA:
Range Hood Color: Stainless Steel Range Hood
Range Hood Special Features: Under Cabinet Mount Range Hood
Dishwasher Manufacturer:
Dishwasher Color: White/Cream Dishwasher
Dishwasher Special Features:
Dishwasher Details:
Microwave Manufacturer: GE Spacemaker II
Microwave Color: Black Microwave
Microwave Details:
Microwave Special Features: Microwave On a Shelf, Reused Microwave (used existing) Additional Appliances: Garbage Disposal - Continuous Feed
7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused? Reused All Existing Plumbing Lines
Main Sink Manufacturer: Kohler Bakersfield
Main Sink Material: Cast Iron Main Sink
Main Sink Shape: Rectangular Main Sink
Main Sink Bowls: Single Bowl Sink
Main Sink Width: Main Sink 30 to 34 inches
Main Sink Cabinet Size: Main Sink Cabinet 33 inch
Main Sink Mount: Positive Reveal Undermount Sink
Main Faucet Manufacturer: Moen Haysfield
Main Faucet Color/Material: Stainless Steel Main Faucet
Main Faucet Finish:
Main Faucet Type: Pull-Out Spray Faucet
Main Faucet Details: High arc, pull-down with stream, spray and pause
Plumbing Special Features: Air Switch
8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
Electric Special Features: Plug inside cabinet
Lighting Details: energy efficient lighting - one CFL and one LED type
9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type: Pulls Only
Hardware Pulls Material/Color: Black Knobs
10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused: New Flooring
Flooring Manufacturer: Armstrong Alterna, Mesa Stone, light gray
Flooring Material: Vinyl/Amtico Floor
11. Kitchen Pantry
no information
12. Kitchen Special Features
Eco-Friendly: Includes low-energy or low-water-use components
Convenience Items: Base Blind Corner Pullout, Bookshelf, Sink Tilt-out Tray, Skylight, Spice Drawer
13. Kitchen Decor
Decor Wall Color: White/Cream Wall Color
Decor Wall Color Details: KM Swiss Coffee and SW Crisp Linen
14. Kitchen Additional Comments
no information
Before Photos: Yes
Floorplan Photos: No
Southern Style Cream Kitchen
Details from pemberley on 10/17/2012
Link to pemberley's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to pemberley's Finished photos
Introduction:
We built a new home in 2012. Our kitchen was finished in June 2012. The overall style of our home is "Southern" even though we live in the Midwest. We just love Southern homes.
Kitchen Highlights:
- Cabinets - Crystal Cabinets "Keyline," inset, antique white paint. Cabinets are set to 96'H, roll trays, large drawer base, FHD base, pull out trash, wood hood, top and bottom moldings
- Backsplash - Rittenhouse subway tile in biscuit
- Granite - Typhoon Bordeaux with 30 year sealer
- Wall Color - Universal Khaki (Sherwin Williams color but I had it mixed Benjamin Moore).
- Crown and floor moldings custom matched to the cabinets.
- Floor - 4 inch Northern White Oak. Hand laid/sanded/stained in house by a local company. Stained "medium."
- Pulls and Knobs - Amerock Kane and Allison Value in Satin Nickel
- Faucet - Delta Victorian Single Handle pull down - stainless
- Range - Thermador (Thermador/Bosch offered a 40% discount to us because the house is a parade home otherwise I might have gone with GE Monogram or Wolf)
- Ovens - Thermador
- Cooktop - Thermador
- Fridge - Bosch cabinet depth
- Dishwasher - Bosch
- Ice Maker - GE Monogram
- Microwave - GE
- Hot/Cold Reverse Osmosis - Insinkerator Indulge Antique
- Counter Stools - Pier One
- Pendant Lighting - Quorum International # 803-12-86
- Island - 11ft x 4 ft
- Kitchen approx. 20ft x 10 ft"
Kitchen Details:
1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel: New Kitchen/New House
Kitchen installation: Hired General Contractor
Budget: Middle Budget
Location: U.S. non-specific
Location Type: Suburban
2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function: Small Children, Entertain Frequently, Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen Designer: Kitchen Designer
Kitchen Size: Medium (151-350 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL): 20x10
Kitchen Height: Height over 10 feet
Kitchen Shape: L-Shaped Kitchen plus Island
Kitchen Style: Classic Style, Traditional Style
Kitchen Island: Island With Seating
Kitchen Island#1 Size (WxL): 11x4
Kitchen Peninsula: No Peninsula
Kitchen Seating: Island Counter Seating
Kitchen Ceiling: crown molding
Design Special Features: Gourmet/Professional
3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused: New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Stock Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer: Crystal Cabinetry
Cabinet Door Composition: Wood Veneer Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Door (Wood): Maple Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition: Wood Veneer Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Door Overlay: Beaded Inset Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style: Recessed Panel Cabinet Door
Cabinet Color: White/Cream Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish: Painted Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height: Gap between Cabinets and Ceiling with Straight Cabinets
Mixed Cabinets? No mixed cabinets
Cabinet Special Features: Cabinet Inserts of Unusual Glass
4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused: New Countertops
Countertop Composition: Granite (slab) Countertop
Granite Countertop: Typhoon Bordeaux
Countertop Color: Gray Countertop
Countertop Finish: Polished Countertop
Countertop Edge: Eased Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops? No Mixed Countertops
5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused: New Backsplash
Backsplash Material: Ceramic/Porcelain Backsplash
Backsplash Type: Subway Tile Backsplash
Backsplash Tile Size: Backsplash Tile Rectangular - Medium (2x4 to 3x6)
Backsplash Size: Full backsplash
Backsplash Color: Cream Backsplash
Backsplash Special Features: Unique Backsplash Behind Cooktop
6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused? All New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer: Bosch
Refrigerator Color: Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features: Side-by-Side Refrigerator
Range Hood Manufacturer: Thermador VCI236DS
Range Hood Max CFM: 1001 - 1500 CFM Range Hood
Range Hood MUA:
Range Hood Color: Stainless Steel Range Hood
Cooktop Manufacturer: Thermador PCG364GD/08
Cooktop Color: Stainless Steel Cooktop
Cooktop Special Features: Cooktop Griddle
Wall Oven Manufacturer: Thermador PODC302
Wall Oven Color: Stainless Steel Wall Oven
Wall Oven Special Features: Double Wall Oven
Dishwasher Manufacturer: Bosch SHX55R55UC
Dishwasher Color: Stainless Steel Dishwasher
Microwave Manufacturer: GE JEB1860SMSS
Microwave Color: Stainless Steel Microwave
Microwave Special Features: Undercounter Microwave (not in drawer)
Additional Appliances: Ice Maker
7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused? Installed All New Plumbing Lines
Main Sink Manufacturer: Kohler Deerfield
Main Sink Material: Cast Iron Main Sink
Main Sink Shape: Rectangular Main Sink
Main Sink Bowls: Double Bowl Sink
Main Sink Mount: Zero Reveal Undermount Sink
Main Faucet Color/Material: Stainless Steel Main Faucet
Main Faucet Finish: Matte Main Faucet
Main Faucet Type: Pull-Out Spray Faucet
Main Faucet Details: Delta Victorian
Plumbing Special Features: Filtered Water Faucet, Instant Hot Water
8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
Lighting Special Features: Dimmers in Kitchen, Pendant over Island, Pendant over Sink, Recessed Lighting, Under Cabinet Lighting
9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type: Both Knobs and Pulls
Hardware Knobs Manufacturer: "Amerock Pull Allison Value Hardware, Satin Nickel
Amerock Round Knob Kane, Satin Nickel"
Hardware Knobs Material/Color: Nickel/Pewter Knobs
10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused: New Flooring
Flooring Material: Wood Floor
Flooring Color: Medium Wood Floor
11. Kitchen Pantry
Pantry Cabinet Features: Full Rollout in Pantry Cabinet
Pantry Shelving: Pantry Shelving Cabinets & Countertops
12. Kitchen Special Features
no information
13. Kitchen Decor
Decor Wall Color: Gray Wall Color
Decor Wall Color Details: Universal Khaki (SW but I had it mixed BM)
14. Kitchen Additional Comments
no information
Before Photos: No
Floorplan Photos: No
White Quartzite Kitchen with Southern Charm
Details from babs711 on 9/29/2012
Link to babs711's Gardenweb finished kitchen post
Link to babs711's Finished photos
Introduction
We started building our home at the very end of 2011 and moved in at the end of June 2012. I wanted the kitchen to be comfortable yet open and airy at the same time.
Kitchen Highlights:
- Cabinets: Eudora Frameless
- Island countertop: White Macaubus Quartzite
- Perimeter countertop: Leathered Absolute Black Granite
- Sink: Kohler Riverby Cast Iron
- Faucet: Moen Woodmere in Stainless
- Hardware on solid doors/drawers: Amerock Highland Ridge in polished nickel
- Glass knobs and Bin Pulls in polished nickel: Van Dyke's
- Range & Dishwasher: Thermador
- Refrigerator: Kitchenaid Pro
- Refrigerator Drawers: Electrolux
- Sharp Microwave Drawer
- Backsplash: Settecento
- Flooring (entire first floor): carbonized hickory 7"" planks
- Pendants: Currey & Company Regatta
- Chandelier: Currey & Company Simplicity
- Window ceiling lights: Hudson Valley
KitchenDetails:
1. Kitchen Basics
Type of Remodel: New Kitchen/New House
Kitchen installation: Hired General Contractor
Budget: Middle Budget
Location: U.S. Southern
Location Type: Suburban
2. Kitchen Design
Kitchen Design Family/Function: Multiple Cooks, Small Children, Entertain Frequently, Family Friendly
Kitchen Designer: Self-Designed, with GW feedback
Kitchen Size: Medium (151-350 sq.ft)
Kitchen Dimensions (WxL): 12x14 / 22x14 w/ eating area
Kitchen Height: Height 10 feet or less
Kitchen Shape: L-Shaped Kitchen plus Island, Open Kitchen
Kitchen Style: Classic Style, Shaker Style, Traditional Style, Transitional Style, Southern
Kitchen Island: Single Island, Island With Seating, Island with one level, Oversized Island
Kitchen Island#1 Size (WxL): 48Wx84L
Kitchen Peninsula: No Peninsula
Kitchen Seating: Island Counter Seating, Window Seat
Kitchen Ceiling: Beamed Ceiling
Design Special Features: Beverage/Bar Center, Custom Range Hood, Built-in Pantry, Multiple Prep Areas, Wall removed between kitchen & DR
3. Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets New/Reused: New Cabinet Doors and Boxes - Stock Sizes
Cabinet Manufacturer: Eudora
Cabinet Door Composition: Solid Wood Cabinet Doors, Glass doors also
Cabinet Door (Wood): Maple Cabinet Doors
Cabinet Box Composition: Solid Wood Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Box (Wood): Maple Cabinet Boxes
Cabinet Framing: Frameless Cabinet
Cabinet Door Overlay: Full Overlay Cabinet Door
Cabinet Door Style: Recessed Panel Cabinet Door, Mixed Cabinet Door Styles, slab top drawer, recessed shaker for lower drawers
Cabinet Color: White/Cream Cabinet Door
Cabinet Finish: Painted Cabinet Door
Cabinet Height: Gap between Cabinets and Ceiling with Straight Cabinets
Mixed Cabinets? No mixed cabinets
Cabinet Special Features: Wall Cabinet greater than 36in high, Full Extension Cabinet Drawers, Soft-Close Cabinet Drawers
4. Kitchen Countertops
Countertop New/Reused: New Countertops
Countertop Composition: Granite (slab) Countertop, White Macaubas Quartzite on Island / Granite on perimeter
Granite Countertop: Leathered Absolute Black Granite
Countertop Color: Black Countertop, White/Cream Countertop
Countertop Finish: Polished Countertop, other is leathered
Countertop Edge: Eased Edge Countertop
Mixed Countertops? Mixed Countertops perimeter/island (multiple colors/shades/finishes)
5. Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash New/Reused: New Backsplash
Backsplash Material: Ceramic/Porcelain Backsplash
Backsplash Type: Subway Tile Backsplash
Backsplash Pattern: Running Bond Backsplash
Backsplash Tile Size: Backsplash Tile Rectangular - Medium (2x4 to 3x6)
Backsplash Size: Full backsplash
Backsplash Color: Light Backsplash, Neutral Backsplash, Aqua Backsplash
Backsplash Manufacturer: Settecento
Backsplash Details: Grey/Green (but it's clearly a grayed blue/green
Backsplash Other Information: crackle tile
6. Kitchen Appliances
Appliances: New/Reused? All New Appliances
Refrigerator Manufacturer: KitchenAid
Refrigerator Color: Stainless Steel Refrigerator
Refrigerator Special Features: Bottom FreezerRefrigerator, French Door Refrigerator, Counter-Depth Refrigerator
Refrigerator Details: Water right inside the door when you open it. Icemaker inside. Organized freezer.
Range/Stove Details: 36" wide. Star burners. Extra Low simmer feature.
Range/Stove Color: Stainless Steel Range/Stove
Range/Stove Special Features: Range Gas Continuous Grates, Convection Range, Pro-Style Range
Range/Stove Manufacturer: Thermador
Range Hood Manufacturer: Kobe
Range Hood Max CFM: 601-1000 CFM Range Hood
Range Hood MUA:
Range Hood Color: White/Bisque Range Hood, Painted Wood Range Hood
Range Hood Special Features: Wall Mount Range Hood, Chimney Style Range Hood, Liner Insert Range Hood
Dishwasher Manufacturer: Thermador
Dishwasher Color: Stainless Steel Dishwasher
Microwave Manufacturer: Sharp
Microwave Color: Stainless Steel Microwave
Microwave Special Features: Built-in Microwave in Drawer
Additional Appliances: Refrigerator Drawer
Additional Appliance Information: Also have refrigerator drawers by Electrolux.
7. Kitchen Plumbing
Plumbing: New/Reused? Installed All New Plumbing Line
Main Sink Manufacturer: Kohler
Main Sink Material: Cast Iron Main Sink
Main Sink Shape: Rectangular Main Sink
Main Sink Bowls: Single Bowl Sink
Main Sink Width: Main Sink 30 to 34 inches
Main Sink Cabinet Size: Main Sink Cabinet 36 inch
Main Sink Mount: Positive Reveal Undermount Sink
Main Sink Details: Riverby Cast Iron sink with right hand drain and a slightly sloped bottom for water flow. Small positive reveal for the accessories that come with sink: drying rack, soaking bin, cutting board and bins, etc.
Main Faucet Manufacturer: Moen Woodmere
Main Faucet Color/Material: Stainless Steel Main Faucet
Main Faucet Finish: Brushed Main Faucet
Main Faucet Type: Pull-Out Spray Faucet, Single Handle Faucet, Gooseneck Faucet
8. Kitchen Electric and Lighting
Electric Special Features: Outlet in Island, Speakers/stereo (built-in), Nuvo stereo system
Lighting Special Features: Chandelier in Kitchen, Dimmers in Kitchen, Pendant over Island, Recessed Lighting, Semi-Flush Lighting, Under Cabinet Lighting
Lighting Details:
~ Currey & Company Regatta Pendants (three) over island
~ Currey & Company Simplicity Chandelier over dining/breakfast table
~ Hudson Valley semi-flush lights over sink and window seat
~ Kichler Xenon UCLs (on dimmers)
~ All lighting on dimmers
9. Kitchen Hardware
Hardware Type: Both Knobs and Pulls
Hardware Knobs Manufacturer: Amerock Highland Ridge - polished nickel knobs on kitchen & window seat hutch cabinet doors. Van Dyke's - glass knobs on upper kitchen glass cabinetsHardware Knobs Material/Color: Glass Knobs, Nickel/Pewter Knobs
Hardware Pulls Manufacturer: Amerock Highland Ridge Pulls on Kitchen drawers, Van Dyke's bin pulls on window seat drawers
Hardware Pulls Material/Color: Nickel/Pewter Knobs
10. Kitchen Flooring
Flooring New/Reused: New Flooring
Flooring Manufacturer: UA Flooring
Flooring Material: Wood Floor
Flooring Color: Dark Wood Floor
Flooring Details: Carbonized Hickory
11. Kitchen Pantry
Pantry Type: Walk-in Pantry (Built-in)
Pantry Size: 6'Wx6'W
Pantry Depth: 12"
Pantry Cabinet Features: Fixed Shelves in Pantry Cabinet, customized shelving depths & widths
Pantry Shelving: Fixed Open Shelving in Built-in Pantry, Painted Wood Open Shelving in Built-in Pantry
Pantry Door: Swing-In Door on Built-in Pantry
Pantry Shape: U-Shaped Pantry Shelves
Pantry Items: Bottled Goods in Pantry, Boxed Goods in Pantry, Broom/Dustpan in Pantry, Canned Goods in Pantry, Dishes in Pantry, Fresh Vegetables in Pantry, Paper Products in Pantry, Pet Supplies in Pantry, Wraps in Pantry
Pantry Containers: Baskets in Pantry, Specialty Bins in Pantry, Metal Specialty Jars in Pantry, Plastic Specialty Jars in Pantry
Special Pantry Features: Electrical Outlet in Pantry, Single-Can Pantry (Shallow Pantry Inside a Wall)
Pantry Other Information:
~ Shelves are in a U shape facing you when you walk in the door. On the left, shelves are 12"" deep.
~ In front of you, shelves are 16"" deep.
~ To the right, the can shelves are 6 1/2"" deep and stop short of the door swing.
~ From bottom to top, the clearances between shelves are roughly: 20"", 16"", 14"", 10"", 10"", 12"", 9"", then 24""ish inches before the ceiling.
~ Behind the door, I keep a step stool and a wall mounted rack for brooms, etc. I also have a wall mounted grocery bag holder.
~ The wall immediately to the left of the door (same wall as the door) has no shelves, purposely. I have an Eye-Vac vacuum plugged in that sucks up anything I sweep near it. Above it, I'm mounting some narrow wire shelves for small items. "
12. Kitchen Special Features
Convenience Items: Bookshelf, China Hutch, Dish Drawer, Super Susan
Special Features Other Information:
~ Hidden storage cabinets on seating side of island.
~ Large windows. One over sink 4"" from countertop. Other at window seat.
13. Kitchen Decor
Decor Wall Color Details: Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter
Decor Special Features: Colorful Decor, Decorative Soap Dispenser
Decor Other Information:
~ Custom Roman Shades
~ Custom cushion and pillows at window seat
~ KitchenAid Mixer
14. Kitchen Additional Comments
Opinions: I love my kitchen. It's light and airy yet warm and welcoming at the same time. It's exactly the feel I was going for when I started. I'm so happy with the island quartzite. I think it helps make the kitchen. We get asked about it, the pendants, chandelier and the backsplash the most. It's just a fun, nice place to be!
Thank You's: I want to thank all GWers who answered my questions when I had any. The help and input here is invaluable. I received better input here than I did from any designer.
Before Photos: No
Floorplan Photos: No
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