Bristol, Rhode Island Kitchen
Private Residence | Major Renovation
Builder: Jud Frey
Open sightlines were key to combining a fully functional kitchen with the open concept great room. Lisa accomplished this by creating two large islands that define the kitchen space and by placing the refrigerator and stove with upper cabinetry along the wall. A small prep island near the stove works seamlessly to provide sufficient workspace for cooking. Anyone in the kitchen area can still be part of whatever is happening in the comfortably furnished living room and dining room areas. Water views are enjoyed from every vantage point.
Cabinetry: Greenfield with Ginger Stain on center island, painted eucalyptus with black glaze on perimeter cabinets and prep island
Door Style: Jackson with raised center panel
Countertops: Silestone Quartz
The owner was intent on a complete remodel that would transform the house into a jewel appropriate for the setting, resulting in a completely new home. Given free rein to transform the blank slate, designer Lisa Zompa says such freedom requires experienced, intuitive creativity and detailed planning.
The two larger islands are made of cherry with ginger stain cabinety to look like furniture when seen from the living room area.
Only the painted eucalyptus cabinets on the main wall of the kitchen where the stove is located indicate it's a kitchen. Appliances are concealed with matching panels of cabinetry.
Main Kitchen Island
Behind the display cabinetry that looks like furniture, this oversized L-shaped island functions as the cleanup area. It contains the sink, two dishwashers and ample counter space.
Entertaining Area & Wine Bar
Wine storage and high counter on the outer facing side of the island with ginger stain cherry cabinetry works as a bar for guests during parties. The inner side of the island has a lower counter and acts as a service station for entertaining, complete with a built-in bar refrigerator and cabinets for storage.
Drop Zone
The Drop Zone is where your family members come in and has a place for phones, keys, mail, book bags, and laptops. This keeps tables and counters clean of clutter.
Display Cabinets & Shelves
The living area side of the main island features glass doors and shelving for displaying personal items. The shelf edges were specially designed to give a custom finished look.
Entertainment Center
A matching entertainment center was built in the living area adjacent to the kitchen. The same eucalyptus paint with black glaze was used to continue the color scheme. Shelving provides space for displaying personal items, and closed cabinetry provides plenty of storage.