From Paneled and Preserved to Enchanting Elegance

The original floorplan consisted of a claustrophobic, shoe-box kitchen with limited countertops space and storage. For a growing family, this simply wasn’t an option. Ultimately, the homeowners decided to remove the wall separating the kitchen from the formal living room and transformed the whole right side of the first floor into an expansive kitchen. The formal living room was replaced with an eat-in area next to the original picture window. The removal of the wall not only allowed for more natural sunlight from the window, but created enough space for an impressive island, complete with additional storage, seating, and the kitchen sink.

The other dramatic change came in the creation of a master bathroom. Originally, there were only two bathrooms, both of which received a facelift. Yet, these homeowners dreamed of having a luxurious master suite, including a bathroom. The solution was to commandeer the bedroom next door. For the bathroom, the homeowners decided they didn't need a bathtub, a decision becoming more common for younger families. Overall, they wanted the space to feel bright, sleek, and open, all achieved with the neutral color pallet, frameless shower, and white vanity.