Sep 14, 2015

Kitchen renovation: Spacious and bright design

Kitchen problem: Before

A dark, cluttered, uninviting kitchen.

Kitchen layout: Solution

Count on designer Philippe Beauparlant to solve the space crunch in this small kitchen.

Kitchen renovation: After

“There’s a good mix of open and closed shelving,” says designer Philippe Beauparlant of the renovated kitchen. Walnut-veneered uppers open horizontally and provide access to all the items the homeowners use regularly but want out of sight. Only the most used dishes were designated for open shelving so they don’t gather dust.

Dining booth

The dining table was custom made from vintage table legs and a reclaimed-wood top stained to just the right grey-brown. The banquette’s vinyl fabric looks like leather but is easier to maintain.