By providing the “missing piece” within a floor plan of isolated rooms, this kitchen addition opens, connects and illuminates the main living spaces of this 1930’s house. While improving the floor plan as a whole, this addition departs from the original galley kitchen both aesthetically and programmatically. In the original kitchen, a small window overlooking a stairwell provided the only natural light and there was no seating. In the new kitchen, light floods the space through a skylight in the high ceiling, clerestory windows, and a large window above a breakfast nook that seats four. The granite countertops and backsplashes provide clean lines and unbroken surfaces, while the cabinetry rises to the ceiling and frames the clerestory windows. The wood floor consists of an oak border that matches the existing surfaces, with a light maple infill to brighten the space. Stainless steel appliances complete the kitchen.

2002 Renaissance Award, Remodeling Magazine

2003 Kitchen Award, Residential Architect Magazine