WhenCynthia Evans of Cynthia Evans Interiors was tapped to transform a cramped, dated kitchen, she knew she first needed to get the two opinionated homeowners to agree to a single vision for the space. One craved a cozy, rustic look while the other insisted crisp white with modern touches was the way to go. Evans removed the bulkheads and reconfigured the layout to open up the space. The ceiling along the door wall was raised, and transom windows were added to flood the room with light and highlight the view to the garden. The raised ceiling area was trimmed in wood, which adds texture and defines the traffic flow in the home. Warm cherry cabinets and a textured ledge stone backsplash bring more rustic elements, while dark granite perimeter countertops and a marble island add a clean, modern touch. Sleek metal hardware and an industrial vent hood are the finishing touches. ABOVE & PREVIOUS PAGE Ledge stone: Beaver Tile and Stone, Suite 101; Bronzeworks decorative tile: Virginia Tile, Suite 100; Table: Marie-Howard Showroom, Suite 119 michigan design center @home 2017 44 Photo by K. C. Vansen
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