A Panoramic Hilltop Kitchen
remarked how well it let the view be the star and faded away , versus the typical black , white , or natural wood trim you see more commonly in homes in the area . While the grey of the trim and the original kitchen ( which matched ) had a beautiful visual effect , it felt a bit cold and dark in the kitchen - so we focused on finding a grey slightly lighter and warmer to feel more modern and cozy . Brightening up the countertops and backsplash was another crucial shift , as the black polished granite felt very cold and severe , and also had a dating effect on the space . We opted for a matte concrete look countertop , with very subtle patterning , settling on Caesarstone ’ s Topus Concrete , which reflects light from the windows , making the whole space feel brighter . Rather than go with a full height backsplash again , we opted to choose something with a little more interest , a Silver Beige travertine which tied in seamlessly with travertine details throughout the home . We opted for a 3x6 in a Running Bond or Subway style pattern , which feels modern and current , but also classic and timeless — exactly what this home needs !
The biggest change in the kitchen was eliminating the walk-in pantry and shrinking a utility closet accessed through the adjacent hall to allow for a wider entry into the kitchen . This allowed the fridge to be pushed back almost 4 feet , and another window added where the fridge used to sit . Those two changes made the space feel substantially larger , brighter , and allowed for folks to gather in the kitchen without being in the way of the chef . Being a second home , a walk-in pantry really wasn ’ t needed or functional and was
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