Summer Seaside Kitchen

When Kitchen & Bath Details was approached by a client for a kitchen in their summer home, we knew one thing for certain – these folks will be entertaining! Houseguests abound when you own a stunning home on property overlooking Mattapoisett Harbor. As family and friends wander in off the beach to begin to unwind for a lovely meal the reminiscing begins: previous summers, missed putts and Opti’s gone awry. Our homeowners wanted a large functional space to accommodate many hands to assist in the evening meal preparations and to share in the joy of togetherness.

The Kitchen & Bath Details design team went to work creating a kitchen that has multiple work stations, a big country sink and an island that houses a microwave, seating and the ever present jar of fresh flowers collected from the garden. The color palate was inspired by the seaside location, Medallions semi-custom cabinetry in Oyster Heirloom finish and expansive granite countertops the color of beach sand set the tone for a relaxed weekend retreat.

As many residents on the southeast coast of MA would agree, no one feels like leaving the activities early to hit the supermarket. Chief Designer Tena Collyer allowed for this by installing an impressive Sub-Zero refrigerator, ice maker and refrigerator drawers. The kitchen had several unusual angles, which Tena used to her design advantage, angling the SubZero transitions the space between kitchen, wet bar and into the dining area. As a nod towards the families’ love of grilling and their sense of humor, asparagus pulls were used on the SubZero!

Old World Style

It is very special to have a kitchen large enough to accommodate an enormous island and a table that easily seats six!  In this kitchen Chief Designer Tena Collyer was inspired by the high ceilings and wooden beams. The centerpiece of the room is the Plain & Fancy white latte glazed island, all topped with stunning granite countertops. High end, Sub Zero and Wolf appliances lend a professional feel to this very cozy family gathering spot.

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Plain & Fancy with Chad Michael Peters

Recently we were brought into a kitchen renovation in Concord, MA, by our lifelong friend, designer, Chad Michael Peters. The setting, decor and the homeowners’ passion for history gave us the genre in which to work. Our mission, respect the homes colonial roots, while implementing beauty and functionality.

Kitchen & Bath Details designer, Tena and Chad collaborated to design cabinetry and trim that enhances the understated luxury of natural cherry cabinetry in a hand finished matte. Plain and Fancy Cabinets were the perfect choice to execute such an elegant cabinetry design. As a nod toward a more modern trend, there is the introduction of soft white cabinetry on the island which houses the warming oven. This is all finished in custom honed and antiqued granite counter tops. Tena's is known for her detailed eye, and the more time the homeowners spend in this kitchen their appreciation for her technical skill is growing.

There are literally thousands of tiles to choose from; for this modern traditional kitchen the elegant classic, antique subway tile in soft white, was a natural choice. A signature beaded detail made the quilted pattern behind the stove a true tile showcase.

Jill poured through hardware catalogue after catalogue until our decision was unanimous, nickel handles and drawer pulls and the fabulous Kohler faucet to add an elegant finishing touch.

The mood of any room is always set by the lighting, this is particularly important in a kitchen, where you quickly transition from the task of cooking to sitting down with your loved ones to share the events of the day. It was of utmost importance to keep the lighting fixtures consistant with the period of the home; hence the decision to install custom nickel pendant lighting.

It was a joy to be a part of this project. Kitchen redesigns allow us to infuse a home with new life and enhance the homeowners’ enjoyment of this room that is always the center of activity!

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Classic and Modern Plain & Fancy

At Kitchen & Bath Details we love working with Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry. Whether our clients on the southeast coast of MA are working on a new custom built kitchen or are working on a kitchen remodeling project Plain & Fancy has cabinetry to fit all styles.  We all live in our kitchens, truely the epicenter of the action in most homes.  With Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry the plentiful accessories, wine coolers, built in hidden pantry's, the working desk, nooks to house your baking tools or library of cookbooks, add the element of fun and personality to your kitchen.  The design team at Kitchen & Bath Details understand that you need to cook, work and function in your kitchen, but also live, laugh and share in that same space!  Contact Jill Muldoon to schedule an appointment with one of our designers.

Antiqued & Distressed

Few of us are lucky enough to have incredible architectural features in our kitchens.  This home's kitchen has impressive cathedral ceilings which are intersected by wooden beams - our inspiration for this antiqued distressed kitchen.  Kitchen & Bath Details chief designer Tena Collyer used a small crown molding feature to transition the space between cabinetry and cathedral ceiling. To anchor the kitchen Tena used Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry  in a beautiful celery finish around the perimeter of the kitchen.  Taller cabinets were installed with glass doors for the purpose of showcasing the homeowners collections of vibrant pottery.  The center island, with its heirloom stain atop maple and decorative legs appears as a beloved piece of antique furniture. 

A master of space planning,Tena made excellent use of the rooms corners, angling the refrigerator and sink on opposing sides of the cook top.  Traditional beadboard is used in an unexpected way, as the backsplash and shelving for spices. 

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