Kitchen Switchin'

Our amazing designer, Charlie of Arnold construction, came up with a plan to radically change the flow of our great room. He proposed switching the kitchen from it's current spot, on the right, to the space on the left that we had intended to use as a family room. So, how do you go about making the switch?

First, cut a hole in the hall wall.

Next, remove the pocket door, add a support beam/footer in the floor and a huge beam over head (not shown).


Now you have an angled entry to the new "great room". Through the opening you can see the wall of what will be a "long island" where the dishwasher, sink and an eat-at counter will sit.


Here's a closer look at the wall for the island.

It's late! I'll send more pics. soon!

Deb

Dust Everywhere!

Dust, clutter and kids are everywhere. Our kitchen is overtaken by contractors at 7:30 a.m.on school days and our three year old naps to the sound of jack hammers, nail guns and electric saws. And yet, we couldn't be happier with what is taking place. Six years after purchasing my parents home, we are taking advantage of low interest rates and remodeling the two main living areas in our house (plus a few extras like the entry way). Here's a picture of the entry before remodel:





Here's the entry with the ceiling gone. It's now re-built a foot higher.