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Small Space, Big Style: A Cottage Kitchen Remodel

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Sometimes the most charming and efficient kitchens come in petite packages. Designing and remodeling a small-scale kitchen can feel like a puzzle, but at Geneva Cabinet Company we see it as an exciting opportunity to get creative and implement some truly brilliant ideas.

designing and remodeling a kitchen big ideas for small spaces

Designer Krista Benton’s close collaboration with the homeowners turned limited kitchen space into a cozy and highly functional culinary hub. By thoughtfully weaving in eclectic details that mirrored the home’s unique character, she achieved a powerhouse of style. These are the key strategies that guided the transformation of this compact footprint for a welcoming and efficient kitchen.

A Streamlined Design

before and after kitchen remodel small space big ideas

Not every kitchen needs an island or a peninsula. Geneva Cabinet designers tailor a program to each homeowner, incorporating conveniences that suit their unique lifestyle. A clear and natural path of travel is essential for a functional kitchen space.  This new floorplan demonstrates how simplicity creates uncluttered ease.

Vertical Thinking

ceiling details think tall

Utilizing the entire height of a wall will enlarge the space.  Notice that in this kitchen we even raised the ceiling a bit for a few extra inches of impact.  Running the cabinets up to the ceiling allows extra storage for infrequently used seasonal and serving pieces.   While you’re looking up, notice the shiplap paneling and reclaimed wood beam as distinct details that elevate the entire space.

Wall Mounted Organizers

Wall mounted open organization

From charming plate racks to hanging brass bars, wall-mounted solutions free up precious cabinet and countertop space.

hanging pot rack above stove

Bringing both convenience and a hint of old-world charm, wall mounted storage will keep your serving and cooking tools within reach, while adding undeniable character.

Under Cabinet Lighting

designing and remodeling a kitchen with under cabinet lighting

While dim lighting can detract from a kitchen’s cozy charm, our designers skillfully integrated natural, overhead and under-cabinet lighting to brighten the countertops and backsplash and visually expand the space to create an uplifting atmosphere.

Personalized Artful Touches

artful display in a remodeled kitchen

For us, the ultimate achievement in designing and remodeling a kitchen is crafting a space that resonates with each  homeowner.  We strive to design environments that embrace your lifestyle and special collections, achieving the most livable kitchen design to tell your distinct story each day.

 

Explore our Gallery for more kitchen and bath makeover inspiration!

Credits for this kitchen

Design by Krista Benton, CKBD, CAPS

Cabinetry by Shiloh

Photography by S.Photography/Shanna Wolf

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Sorting Out Laundry Room Design

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Your laundry room design can save time and lighten your load!

Do you like keep up with laundry daily or dedicate one time per week to conquer this challenge?

The answer to this and other key factors will influence the design.

  • How many people live in your home?
  • Is anyone or everyone involved in fitness or sports?
  • Does everyone at home have enough basics to get through the week?
  • Do allergies or sensitivities require special laundry handling?
  • Is most clothing “easy-care” or “handle-with-care”?

This information will help your Geneva Cabinet designer guide you to the right solutions.

  For details about where to locate your laundry room and how large it should be, check our past blog.  But for now, let’s take a look at the latest pick-me-ups for wash day.

Make Functional Fabulous

Inspire your day with a perky laundry room

Plato Woodwork, Lowell Custom Homes, Shanna Wolf Photography

In the past, the laundry was consigned to the basement or squeezed into the mudroom.  We prefer a fresh approach that will place a positive spin on the task.   Since laundry is inevitable, why not make the task more pleasant?  Go from functional to fabulous by adding color and pattern to your space.  Easy-to-clean wallcovering is the perfect backdrop for durable cabinetry.

laundry room trends

Kippps Bay Showhouse, Designer David Fazier, Staff Photo

This year the Kipps Bay Showhouse flooded the laundry room with a matching pattern for wallcovering and fabric.  The cafe style curtain hides washer, dryer and sorting bins behind a classic acanthus pattern from Sloan.

Laundry Room Multitasking

Hybrid laundry rooms

Woodmode, Lowell Custom Homes, Elizabeth Drake Interior Design, Victoria McHugh Photography

Laundry space is the ideal place for multitasking.  This is a natural for built in flexibility.   The sink can be used to presoak and rinse clothes, as well as potting plants or cleaning art supplies.   Cabinetry will conceal laundry while providing space for games and craft supplies.  A home office, art studio, or craft station would all be compatible, with plenty of shared counter space.

Laundry Innovations

Fall in love with a 2-in-1 Washer/Dryer from the GE Profile collection.  This new generation of appliances offers space saving convenience, energy savings, a smart dispenser to hold enough detergent and softener for up to 32 loads, and antimicrobial technology.  Especially notable is the HQ app to keep you appliance software updated.

Learn more about this new technology here.

Compact Second Laundry

second story laundry

Das Holz Haus Cabinetry, Lowell Custom Homes, North Shore Nest Interior Design, Photo by Aimee Mazzenga

Adding a second laundry room, right where the messiness happens, is a real time saver. Popular spots include the Primary Bath, Second Floor Bedroom Hallway, and Pool Bath.  This feature is growing in popularity.  Processing laundry in the same zone eliminates the extra step of carting it around, while conserving personal energy.

plans for laundry

Storage Features

For a weekly laundry schedule, concealed storage is the key to organization.  The addition of a drip dry rod and pull-out hampers will keep the room streamline and clutter free.

Drip Dry Rod, Pull-out Laundry Bin

Shiloh Cabinets, Josh Z Photography – Plato Woodwork, Shanna Wolf Photography

Open Shelving is designed for easy access.  It’s the perfect fit for a daily laundry habit.

Quality Lighting, Open ShelvingPlato Woodwork Cabinetry, Lowell Custom Homes, Shanna Wolf Photography – Lowell Custom Homes, Staff Photo

Countertops & Laundry Sinks

Laundry Sink

Medallion Cabinets, Josh Z Photography

Gone are the days when utility sinks on stilts were the standard.  In today’s modern laundry room, ergonomics wins.  A sink built into the cabinet is good for pre-washing and stain fighting without a deep back bend.  The cabinet base naturally improves storage and increases counter space for folding. For an extra bonus, choose a sink as beautiful as this hammer copper!

Pet Stations

laundry room sink and dog wash

For those with furry friends, adding a pet washing station is a nice fit for a spacious laundry room.  This large basin can also be used for cleaning outdoor equipment and muddy boots as well as pets.  Tile walls will wipe down easily after the final shimmy and shake dry.

Visit our Laundry Room Gallery to make a list of your favorite ideas.

Then Contact Us Here!

 

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Donate for a Rewarding Remodel!

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So you want to remodel your kitchen, but hate the idea of wasting the existing cabinetry?  We have a solution for you!  Donate your old cabinets and usable appliances to a good cause like Habitat for Humanity!  We are at your service to make it happen with no extra effort when you do a kitchen or bath project with Geneva Cabinet Company!

Project Manager Mike Jeffrey meets with Jake Weiler from Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity Restore.

This location is one of many home improvement stores around the country that gladly accepts new or gently used furniture, appliances, cabinetry and other building components like windows and doors.  You donations are sold and the proceeds go to your local Habitat  effort to provide affordable housing.

For this project our team did a great job of deconstructing the beautiful cherry cabinetry that was unfortunately not working for the homeowners.  Our team had the cabinets, countertops and lighting ready to go for Habitat Milwaukee.  You can contact them directly to schedule your own pick up or ask for our help during the planning phase of your project.

In this case we are working with incredibly generous homeowners who even donated appliances that were like-new!  A special thank you to them and all of the volunteers at Habitat who made the entire process so rewarding!

In the meantime, our designer Joyce Zuelke, ckd has been hard at work designing the new kitchen layout.  With her trademark ingenuity, the new kitchen will feature a fresh open concept with increased storage and new Medallion Cabinetry.

Stay tuned for the big reveal, it will look a little something like this!

Our designers would love to help you with your kitchen, bath and storage improvements!  Our cabinetry is beautifully made in the USA to the highest standards.  Stop in to our Lake Geneva showroom to browse for ideas or call us today!

262-245-9600

201 Geneva National Ave. S

Lake Geneva, WI 53147

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