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REMODEL
Kitchen Designer Aleem Ladha from Andros Kitchen & Bath
Designs gives this kitchen a spacious, open concept layout!
CANADIAN HOME TRENDS CAN YOU
Space by Andros Kitchen & Bath Designs,
www.andros.ca
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"THE BACKSPLASH
TILE RESEMBLES THE
FIREPLACE SURROUND,
TYING THE TWO SPACES
TOGETHER."
TALK ABOUT THE KITCHEN'S DESIGN
AND LAYOUT?
ALEEM LADHA This small bungalow went
through a major transformation. The kitchen
walls were completely removed, a vaulted
ceiling was exposed and supported by
dark wood beams which added grandness
to the main area of the home. The kitchen
design incorporated built-in appliances and
ample storage and counter top space. Open
shelves replaced upper cabinets to give this
large kitchen a focal point. The island houses
a gas cooktop, open shelves for cook books,
as well as an attached table that seats three
people. The table legs are made of the same
material as the counter top which gives the
island a seamless feel. A bar area was created
with glass cabinets, an auxiliary sink and a
wine cooler.
CHT WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DESIGN
ELEMENT IN THIS KITCHEN?
AL My favorite details are the high ceilings
and wood beams because they ground the
room and bring a natural element to the
space.
CHT WHAT ARE COMMON MISTAKES
PEOPLE MAKE WHEN DESIGNING A
KITCHEN?
AL Don’t overcrowd the space with too
many items. Keep counters as free as
possible from clutter. We incorporated an
integrated fridge and dishwasher with door
design panels. Also, we used downdraft
venting on the island cooktop, eliminating
the visible hood fan.
CHT CAN YOU TELL US A LITTLE BIT
ABOUT THE HOMEOWNERS?
AL The homeowners were a design oriented
couple with two children who knew exactly
what they wanted. Their fun personality
came out when choosing furniture for the
space.