Looking for better traffic flow and more prep and entertainment space, this empty-nester couple set out to remodel their original 1980s kitchen with the help of designer Kathi Fleck. But before beginning, the couple tasked Fleck with one more request: to include a subtle nod to the wife’s Scottish heritage. Fleck responded to the latter request with tones of green in the backsplash and granite countertops and with red glass pendant lights above a dining area.
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Photos by Memories by Louise
Kitchen at a Glance
Location: Willow Park, Texas
Size: 179 square feet (16.6 square meters)
Designer: Kathi Fleck of LoneStar Property Solutions
BEFORE: The couple thought the original kitchen felt cramped and the appliance layout was a bit dysfunctional, with the refrigerator near the kitchen entrance blocking the walkway.
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AFTER: Fleck reconfigured the space to bring the refrigerator to the full wall, freeing up the entryway for better flow and creating more of a work triangle.
Dark-stained maple cabinets help offset the subtle hues of muted green in the backsplash and granite countertops and the red in the pendant lights and window treatments, not shown.
Mission-style cabinets: Factory Builder Stores; backsplash: Emser Tile; floor: Daltile; plumbing fixtures: Ferguson
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Fleck paid special attention to incorporating smart storage solutions inside the cabinets. Here, pullout baskets hold fresh fruit and vegetables.
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Slide-out shelves make full use of the deep cabinets for pantry space.
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A spice rack pulls out conveniently near the range.
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Deep drawers store pots and pans and large serving dishes.
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Near the sink, a slide-out trash and recycling bin system also includes a drawer for storing trash bags.
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A Lazy Susan and swing-out shelves make use of corner storage.
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BEFORE: Here, a cutout above the original sink area offered minimal connection to the nearby living room.
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AFTER: Fleck removed the partial wall and upper cabinets to create more openness to the living room.