A summer residence for a large family gets a new kitchen, two and a half baths, an outdoor shower and deck, a mudroom and a study/guest space. Inspired by the summer kitchen of this former boarding house, the character of the new space echoes the light, Stick-into-Shingle style lines of the original house. Notice the beaded board ceilings in the study and large bath, which evoke the airiness of a cabana. The kitchen went from a dark-wood panelled dead-end with one window to a light-filled center of the house, complete with a custom-made table for breakfast and other activities.

We worked closely with the owner, the editor of a local Foodie magazine, to develop a functional and beautiful small space for this gourmet chef.

Making the most of the existing house, we added a deck to expand the entertaining potential of the new open kitchen/dining space. A custom tv and sound system cabinet was tucked into the sunporch, and the home was ready for action!