Kitchen of the Week: Two Islands in Colorado
Two islands and refrigerators create separate areas according to function in this kitchen remodel
When it came time for this Cherry Hills, Colorado, couple to remodel, expanding the kitchen was one of the first items on their list. Exquisite Kitchen Design was hired to center the space in the house and give the family of five more room to spend time together. The 400-square-foot kitchen was outfitted with a slightly unusual design: two islands and refrigerators divide the space according to function. Removing a walk-in pantry allowed for a more open layout.
The second island has a raised eating area, taking the place of a traditional breakfast table. Each island has its own refrigerator space but shares the joint pantry and freezer area.
Raised bar countertop: custom walnut slab
Raised bar countertop: custom walnut slab
The owners wanted heavy-duty appliances to handle their ever-growing crew. The challenge was figuring out how to integrate the appliances without using too much cabinet and storage space. A separate pantry hutch and 10-inch deep cabinetry on the back of the islands provide plenty of space for dishes and canned goods.
The pale blue finish on the glass backsplash tile was chosen to match the leather bar stools and the furniture in the adjoining living room.
Cabinetry: Quality Custom; range counter: Pebble, Caesarstone; range: Wolf; hood: custom
The pale blue finish on the glass backsplash tile was chosen to match the leather bar stools and the furniture in the adjoining living room.
Cabinetry: Quality Custom; range counter: Pebble, Caesarstone; range: Wolf; hood: custom
The family gave up the original walk-in pantry to open up the space and work within the new layout. The new built-in pantry is just beyond the second island.
Sink and faucets: Franke; lighting: Howard Kaplan Designs; bar stools: Kravet
Sink and faucets: Franke; lighting: Howard Kaplan Designs; bar stools: Kravet
The pantry and freezer were combined in a custom hutch for a more seamless look.
Freezer: Sub-Zero; dishwasher: Asko
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Freezer: Sub-Zero; dishwasher: Asko
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Flooring: white oak in mahogany finish; main kitchen counter: tidal white granite in leathered finish