vision and challenges

retiree purchased into 60 yr. old building; wanted to create an open-concept kitchen, open view to ocean
kitchen needed a major update; had to design around plumbing stack

design solutions

removed wall to living room to achieve open-concept, made use of fabulous views of cityscapes/ocean
removed wall separating dining room allowing cabinetry to extend full-length of wall
installed induction cooktop, Energy Star fridge, filtered water faucet at sink, cabinetry with soft close drawers/doors, pull-out storage
created space for four stools: 3 on one side, 1 on end of large island countertop
minimalist profile pull-out hood fan neatly slides inward blending with cabinet; pulls out for maximum functionality
large single-bowl sink is practical since dishwashers not allowed due to plumbing constraints
solid surface countertop with grey lines ties in with stainless steel finishes augmented by white backsplash tile/cabinets
surface lighting for kitchen due to concrete ceiling
new roller shades serve dual purpose, filter/block sunlight
retained existing parquet floor but removed tile; levelled floor so no transitions required between floor surfaces; excellent for aging-in-place
installed vinyl flooring for comfort, soft underfoot