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Our goal was to transform this 1960s-era outdated, closed-off
kitchen into a lively, flowing space, seamlessly integrating the kitchen
with the living and dining areas where the clients and their guests
could enjoy the ocean view and each other's company.
We designed a curved wall dressed with wood mosaic connecting
the foyer and living area to the kitchen, softening the harsh, constrained
angles of the original layout and laying the groundwork for a motif
of curves and circles carried throughout our design. To maximize
storage and spaciousness, we camouflaged appliances behind false
doors, grouping the tallest appliances together to achieve balance
and flow. In lieu of an island, we added a dining table in the center of
the design, allowing for entertaining while integrating the social
spaces of the residence with the functional space of the kitchen.
Through a game of proportions, scale, and continuity, we transformed
a small, outdated space into a contemporary retreat perfect for a
dinner party with a spectacular ocean view.
The interior of this expansive kitchen is designed to reflect the
progressive architecture, deeply rooted in the past, of the home
and its environs. The minimalist exterior architecture called for
simple interior design solutions, exquisite attention to detail and
the use of texture to soften the hard surfaces used throughout
the space. A simple rectangular kitchen flows from the dramatic
entry connecting the dining space with the great room.
The wish list included: food preservation systems and space
for processing the garden and orchard harvest; abundant natural
light and a warm vibrant color palette to soften the hard custom
brick and porcelain tile floors that flow from the exterior
throughout the interior; comfortable island seating, separate
from the preparation areas, allowing casual interaction with
family and friends; and a kitchen designed for entertaining and
guest chefs that retained a warm, organic feeling.
SECOND PLACE / LARGE CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN
THIRD PLACE / LARGE CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN
Sandra Diaz Velasco, Architect, AIA, ASID
Eolo Design, Miami, Florida
Photography: Juan Pablo Estupiñan,
Metrica Visuals
Elma Y. Gardner, CMKBD, CID
By Design Studio, Inc., Davis, CA
Photography: Jeff Davis, Jeffrey A. Davis Photography
