05/19/2026
Our previous kitchen served us very well. Daily use, raising kids and ever changing needs impacted every decision during the design process. As a maximalist, I need my curated clutter in full view but also need to tuck it away for a reset. Balancing open storage with traditional closed is highly nuanced an art in itself. The subtle LED lighting behind the shelves offer a soft illumination and highlight my revolving collections. Then came the small appliance dilemma. A large recessed cabinet was the best solution for hiding the vitamix, toaster, juicer, and daily coffee supplies. Lastly, I’m a messy cook so I opted for low maintenance granite on the hardworking perimeter and sprinkled in luxe finishes where they made more sense.
