Hanna Cunningham wanted to transform her gold and brown '70s-style galley kitchen into a multipurpose room that could easily accommodate two cooks and work comfortably for entertaining. She collaborated with architect Scott Rand and kitchen designer Mark White to create a large work space that incorporates eating, relaxing and office areas as well as storage for an extensive cookbook collection. Host Joan Kohn tours the delightful result.
- The modern-looking kitchen has wood floors, light wood cabinetry with Plexiglas and stainless steel inset panels, polished granite counters, stainless appliances and sink, and a white tile backsplash punctuated with pieces of broken granite that match the counter.
- The large island is the room’s focal point. It houses the smooth-top range with telescopic ventilation and a prep sink. It also provides seating for four.
- The microwave is hidden behind a retractable door, as is the TV in the office area.
- An enviably large chef’s pantry has multiple shelves on the doors and features swing-out shelves in the middle.
- A touch rail on the underside of the upper cabinets controls the under cabinet lights.
- Wide, deep drawers on gliders were used for storage of pots and pans.
- A whimsical wine quote stenciled on the soffit adds a light touch.
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