Before designers Eric Brown and Ann Marie Hoeksema of Epoch Solutions stepped in, this Bradenton, Fla., kitchen made entertaining a burden. “A bit of engineering and underwriting was required, but the payoff was a complete recreation of a dated space,” said Brown.
To open up the side of the kitchen blocking off the family room, a section of cabinetry and wall was removed and a Microlam Beam System incorporated for extra support. A peninsula was also installed for entertaining.
On the living room side, a small opening above the range looked onto the living room.
The opening was kept and updated with an archway, a stainless steel hood and a tile backsplash.
Integrated spice racks, pot and pan drawers and pullout liquor storage add to the user-friendly space.
To gain a transitional yet edgy look to complement the artwork, Edgemont recessed maple cabinets were installed in contrasting colors.