The original Alamo home featured a transitional farmhouse style, but the kitchen layout was cramped and inefficient. Several angled walls made the space feel awkward, with a large refrigerator tucked into a corner and a double oven set into another angled wall. A peninsula cut the room in half, creating a small, closed-off kitchen and an oversized eating area.
To transform the space, we relocated the kitchen, removed multiple walls—some of which were load-bearing—and opened the kitchen to the adjacent dining room. The result is a bright, open-plan kitchen that is both family-friendly and highly functional for clients who enjoy cooking. The new layout features a spacious seated island, abundant storage and prep space, and a large dining table, making the kitchen the true heart of the home. By opening up the walls, the living, cooking, and dining areas are now seamlessly connected, allowing every room in the home to be better utilized and enjoyed.
To enhance functionality, the windows were replaced with smaller awning windows, allowing for base counters underneath. While the Sub-Zero refrigerator and hood were retained, the clients chose to splurge on a 36″ Gaggenau Induction Cooktop. The cabinetry features a timeless two-tone palette with cherry shaker-style doors on the island and white-painted Crystal Cabinets around the perimeter. A classic white subway tile backsplash maintains a clean and modern look, while white quartz countertops add a touch of elegance.
To bring warmth and character to the space, we selected medium-brown wide-plank luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring. An oatmeal linen drum chandelier over the dining area adds a modern yet cozy finish. With two young children and frequent visits from extended family, the new kitchen is bright, durable, child-friendly, and beautiful.
Pricing does not include appliances or flooring.
