The original kitchen in this 1950’s architect-built house was still in pristine condition when the new owners made the purchase. It contained a number of features that were ahead of their time, such as a pass-through silverware drawer and a drop down mixer shelf. Key to this redo was honoring the horizontal lines integral to the house. Quartersawn hickory was the selected material and the veneer was laid up in a horizontal rather than the traditional vertical orientation.

From the other end of the space, you get a better perspective of the preparation, cooking and clean up areas, as well as the seating opposite the stove.

Take a look at the bookcase tucked on the opposite side of the island, handy for the cook. Note the the bank of doors concealing a vast amount of storage space along the dining room wall. Great hardware allows the large doors to move at the touch of a finger. One upper section conceals a slide out shelf, offering a coffee/beverage station away from the main prep area. The center doors have vertical grain hickory, offering some contrast to the balance of the kitchen with its horizontal grain pattern.