Modern • Cohesive • Bright • Rustic • Sophisticated
It doesn’t get more rustic than a charming cabin, but this one needed a drastic update in order to sell for top dollar. We started by scaling back on the amount of exposed wood, painting the walls and between the beams to make the entire space feel brighter. We also, in an unusual move, removed some character from the kitchen—believe it or not, you can have too many unique pieces crammed into one area. With a clean slate to work with, we added a few stunning design features to give the home a cohesive, modern aesthetic.
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| wdt_ID | Room | Product Type | STYLE | Product | Company | Product Code/Sku |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kitchen | Cabinetry | Modern Grey | Modern Grey | KCD | Brooklyn |
| 2 | Kitchen | Custom Vent Hood | Red Cedar Custom Trim | Red Cedar Custom Trim | JB Designs + Reclaimed America | Custom |
| 3 | Kitchen | Countertop | London Grey | London Grey | Caesarstone | 5000 |
| 4 | Kitchen | Backsplash | Basic White, Polished | Basic White, Polished | TileBar | Basic 8x16 White Ceramic Tile |
| 5 | Kitchen | Fridge | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Fisher & Paykel | RF201ADUSX5 |
| 6 | Kitchen | Range | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Fisher & Paykel | OR30SDBMX1 |
| 7 | Kitchen | Dishwasher | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Fisher & Paykel | DD24DCHTX9_N |
| 8 | Kitchen | Range Hood | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Fisher & Paykel | HP36ILTX1 |
| 9 | Kitchen | Microwave | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Fisher & Paykel | MO-24SS-2 |
| 10 | Kitchen | Microwave Trim Kit | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Fisher & Paykel | CMOTTK-FP |
Before & After
DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS
NAILING THE RAILING
The home’s original railing had two major issues. First, its DIY latticework was not exactly up to code. Plus, the railing itself simply wasn’t memorable! A feature with such a large physical presence needs to actually be seen; this one was just there. We worked with Modern Iron Concepts to create and install this beauty, which provides sophistication, cohesion, and a jaw-dropping first impression.
A WOOD HOOD
Remember how we painted over a lot of the home’s wood features? We decided to pay homage to the original look in the kitchen. While we usually opt for some kind of metal for vent hoods, cedar felt like a more authentic route here—it’s reminiscent of what the walls used to look like.
HEX MARKS THE SPOT
The original bathroom was loud: lime green paint, monkey decor, dated fixtures. We transformed it into a soothing, spa-like oasis with the help of this soft gray and white floor tile. It provides just enough visual interest below without being distracting.
THE TEAM
Art director: Victoria Tonelli
Local design support: Julie Couch Interiors
Kitchen cabinetry and vanity: KCD
Custom vent hood: JB Designs
Countertop: Caesarstone
Kitchen backsplash tile and bathroom tile: TileBar
Appliance suite: Fisher Paykel
Kitchen and dining room pendants: Quoizel
Blinds: Bali Blinds
Fireplace: Ortal Heat
Closet organization: Closet by Design
Staging furniture: Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams
Art: G Grace Gallery
Railing: Modern Iron Concepts
Portable garage: Woodtex
