Dupont
Circle, DC - Residential Kitchen
Brief Explanation of the Scope of Work
We completely replaced kitchen
of this historic Dupont Circle brownstone.
Unusual Constraints/Challenges & Creative Solutions
The kitchen was poorly laid out, dimly lit and needed
to be better connected to the living room and the back
porch. Though generous in overall size, it had real
flow problems. To correct this, the prep area by the
patio was eliminated. We flipped the location of this
door with the adjacent window. This really improved
the space. We also opened up the kitchen to the dining
room by removing the door. A new central prep/breakfast
peninsula adds critical counter space without blocking
the flow.
The lighting issue was tackled by installing generous
but discrete low voltage recessed lights. A handsome
period pendant light over the breakfast area creates
a nice focal point. Under cabinet and in cabinet lighting
provide ample task/mood lighting. A new full light
door with transom adds much needed daylight
The selection of finishes reflects a great deal of
thought. We worked with the homeowner to create thought-provoking
contrast. Black cabinets with beaded inset in the wine
center and on the breakfast area tie the kitchen into
the dining room with its black furniture. The Cherry
cabinets with raised panel/ inset doors and glass,
dress up the kitchen. Likewise, two choices of counter
materials, Carrara marble for the black cabinets and
absolute black granite for the cherry cabinets play
off each other. New wide plank pine flooring was chosen.
This helps lighten the space. New moldings match those
in the existing house. A subway tile backsplash behind
the sink ties the elevation together nicely.
Tying the kitchen in with the rest of the main floor
is also achieved via housing the entertainment center
in the pantry, which is by the exterior door. High-end appliances were selected. The range hood
has a custom stainless steel duct cover. At the other
end of the kitchen is a wine cooler built into a full
height cabinet.
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