Blog post contributed by Swede

After moving into their Toronto home just over a year ago, this family with a deep love for cooking and hosting dinner parties sought to transform their kitchen into a dynamic and welcoming space. The vision was clear: to take the tired kitchen and create a unique, modern design while facilitating seamless flow between the kitchen and dining room.

Design & Storage Solutions

Maximizing storage without exceeding budget constraints was a key consideration in this project. The solution lay in a strategic blend of Swede’s Matte and Shinnoki cabinetry, allowing for an eye catching design with ample storage along the two main walls and the island. The clients, both professors and avid readers, also needed a dedicated space for their extensive book collection. As such, custom bookshelves were integrated into the cabinetry, adding both practicality and a personalized touch to the design.

Bold Use of Color & Materials

But, the most noteworthy part of this project HAS to be the client’s willingness to experiment with colour and materials. The combination of deep green, warm honey oak, and the most incredible terrazzo flooring resulted in a vibrant kitchen that has become the heart of their Toronto home.

Details:

DESIGN SERVICE | In-Home

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COLLAB PROCESS | Renovation

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DOOR STYLE | Shinnoki Natural Oak & Matte Juniper

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MILLWORK BUDGET | $38K – $41K

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LOCATION | Toronto, ON

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Collaboration Team:

SWEDE MILLWORK SPECIALIST | Joyclyn Hardy

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FARIA DESIGN STUDIO | Tania

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