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THIRD PLACE / SPECIALTY KITCHEN
Kate Roos
Kate Roos Design, Minneapolis, MN
Photo: Andrea Rugg of Andrea Rugg Photography
Parkway Butler's Pantry — This butler's
pantry was heavily used for barware, fine china,
and as a breakfast and coffee bar. Although the
layout worked well, the cabinetry was hard to
open and close, and the finishes felt tired, dark,
and dated. Replacing the cabinetry allowed
better access to storage and more customization,
including a new banquette, cabinetry inserts,
and White Oak finished interiors. A new ice
maker, sink, and beverage refrigerator offer
increased function for everyday as well as
entertaining. Soft blue wallpaper, pale neutral
cabinetry, new and improved lighting, and a large
mirror create a space that feels bright, cheerful,
and comfortable.
Design Solutions:
• Interior supports in wall cabinetry to allow for
wider doors, customized base cabinetry with
storage inserts, and new full-extension
drawer guides keep interiors accessible, and
a new banquette with a custom tabletop is
durable, beautiful, and comfortable.
• Both 15" wide, the ice maker and beverage
refrigerator flank a carefully selected sink and
15"-wide sink base cabinet, all with cabinetry
paneled fronts for a seamless look.
• Painted cabinetry and soapstone countertops
are consistent with the kitchen, while a soft
blue wallpaper with birds and botanicals gives
the space a completely fresh look. Corbels
mirroring the kitchen and dining room profile
also grace the butler's pantry. A large mirror
with new sconces reflects light from the
window and visually opens up the space.
