Best Kitchen DesignPRODUCT DESIGN
Builder/Remodeler
Modern artistry meets functionality in this beautiful kitchen that is framed by the adjoining great room’s 25-foot ceilings and fuses contemporary minimalism with rich, tactile materials. Featuring flat panel rift cut white oak cabinets in black satin that climb to the ceiling, they were specially treated to bring out the wood’s grain, creating visual depth and warmth. The space includes two monumental 15-foot islands wrapped in enhanced granite — one for prep, the other for seating. To accommodate the islands expanse and keep the requested clean look (per the client’s directive), a welder created a solid steel frame that was receded under the 1.25 inch surface. Miele appliances throughout embrace the graphite minimalism while a large hidden pantry makes entertaining effortless. The backsplash is also an enhanced black granite, while the flooring is a rectified large-format Italian porcelain. The ceiling is mahogany that went through a 6-stage bleaching process before it could be stained to the client’s desired hue. The kitchen’s clean lines perfectly match this home’s minimalist ethos while enhancing everyday usability. It’s not just a kitchen — it’s a statement of modern intent.