Vermont Magazine Fall 2020 Fall 2020 | Page 68

Our first obstacle to tackle? The kitchen layout! The space was cramped, poorly-lit, and non-functional—with awkward appliance location and minimal counter space. We removed the range from the island, placing it on the kitchen’s back wall and making it the focal point of the room. We moved the sink from underneath the window into the island, allowing for better storage space and plenty of counter space on each side of the range. We pushed the fridge as far as we could (to the kitchen’s edge), with a small countertop next to it that works as a great landing zone with groceries. It also was a great spot to put the microwave. By tucking the microwave in a base cabinet near the fridge, it allowed easy access for the client to quickly grab some food from the fridge and warm something up. Once the layout was dealt with, visually, it was time to have some fun! These particular clients were a dream to work with. They didn’t know exactly what they wanted, but they were open to our creative ideas and knew they wanted to create something unique and special. I got to test out a few ideas I’d been dying to use, like a custom When home becomes your everything... you’ll fi nd your personal haven in Addison County. This listing: 3673 SF of light, bright and contemporary living space, 6 acres of privacy, just minutes to Middlebury. [$750,000, MLS4819977] This could be just the haven you are looking for. 34 Main Street | Middlebury 802.388.4242 email: [email protected] ipjrealestate.com