This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Photography: Eric Roth Photo

Open format kitchen includes gorgeous custom cabinets, a large underlit island with an induction cooktop and waterfall countertops. Full height slab backsplash and paneled appliances complete the sophisticated design.

Пример оригинального дизайна: угловая кухня-гостиная среднего размера в современном стиле с врезной мойкой, фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, серым фартуком, фартуком из плитки кабанчик, техникой из нержавеющей стали, светлым паркетным полом, островом и коричневым полом

This open-concept kitchen features light wooden flooring and is adorned with elegant white and gray cabinets. The Oakdale exhibits a sliding glass door that leads from the kitchen to an outdoor patio, creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living spaces. Additionally, it boasts a convenient side entrance leading to the prep kitchen, providing more space for culinary activities. The kitchen's centerpiece is a spacious breakfast bar, a versatile hub for casual dining and social gatherings. Large windows allow natural light to flood the space, creating an airy and inviting atmosphere. With its harmonious blend of functionality and aesthetics, the Oakdale fosters a warm and welcoming environment for all.

Стильный дизайн: маленькая угловая, светлая кухня в современном стиле с накладной мойкой, плоскими фасадами, белыми фасадами, деревянной столешницей, серым фартуком, фартуком из стекла, белой техникой, бежевым полом и двухцветным гарнитуром для на участке и в саду - последний тренд

Lotfi Dakhli
Стильный дизайн: угловая кухня-гостиная среднего размера в современном стиле с врезной мойкой, столешницей из акрилового камня, черным фартуком, полом из керамической плитки, бежевым полом, черной столешницей, плоскими фасадами, темными деревянными фасадами, черной техникой, полуостровом и двухцветным гарнитуром - последний тренд

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На фото: огромная угловая кухня в современном стиле с плоскими фасадами, столешницей из бетона, островом, серой столешницей, белыми фасадами и светлым паркетным полом с

The homeowner's favorite part of this kitchen remodel was a gorgeous walk-in pantry, highlighted with opaque glass doors, a beverage center and quartz countertops. Light Fixture: Elegant Lighting, Toureag Collection, Ceiling Flush, 8000D12 Door Hardware: Same throughout kitchen but different sizes (Topex Stainless Steel Collection, Rectangle) Glass Shelves: OpiWhite Low Iron Glass Pantry Door Glass: Starphire Low Iron Glass (Frosted) Kate Benjamin Photography

Gareth Gardner
Пример оригинального дизайна: угловая кухня среднего размера в современном стиле с островом, плоскими фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, техникой из нержавеющей стали, врезной мойкой, светлым паркетным полом и белым фартуком

Close-up view highlights the linear look of this modern kitchen design with its stainless steel appliances and Caesarstone quartz countertops. Glass-covered, flush-mounted induction stove and cooktop. The stainless steel backsplash includes two appliance garages, providing for additional hideaway storage. Glass-fronted cabinets include in-cabinet lighting. Photo by Rusty Reniers

Bespoke kitchen design - pill shaped fluted island with ink blue wall cabinetry. Zellige tiles clad the shelves and chimney breast, paired with patterned encaustic floor tiles.

The kitchen was all designed to be integrated to the garden. The client made great emphasis to have the sink facing the garden so an L shaped kitchen was designed which also serves as kitchen bar. An enormous rooflight brings lots of light into the space.

Кухня от Артис мебель, для женщины декоратора.
Пример оригинального дизайна: угловая кухня в современном стиле с накладной мойкой, плоскими фасадами, деревянной столешницей, серым фартуком, черной техникой, паркетным полом среднего тона, полуостровом, коричневым полом, коричневой столешницей, обеденным столом и зелеными фасадами

Источник вдохновения для домашнего уюта: угловая, светлая кухня среднего размера в современном стиле с накладной мойкой, плоскими фасадами, белыми фасадами, черным фартуком, фартуком из керамогранитной плитки, техникой под мебельный фасад, бежевым полом и черной столешницей без острова

На фото: большая угловая кухня в современном стиле с одинарной мойкой, плоскими фасадами, черными фасадами, деревянной столешницей, серым фартуком, техникой под мебельный фасад, полом из керамогранита, островом, серым полом, коричневой столешницей, обеденным столом и балками на потолке в частном доме

Пример оригинального дизайна: большая угловая кухня в современном стиле с с полувстраиваемой мойкой (с передним бортиком), фасадами в стиле шейкер, светлыми деревянными фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, белым фартуком, фартуком из каменной плитки, техникой из нержавеющей стали, светлым паркетным полом, островом, коричневым полом и белой столешницей

Идея дизайна: маленькая угловая кухня-гостиная в современном стиле с фасадами в стиле шейкер, синими фасадами, белым фартуком, техникой из нержавеющей стали, светлым паркетным полом, островом, бежевым полом, белой столешницей, врезной мойкой, мраморной столешницей, фартуком из керамической плитки и двухцветным гарнитуром для на участке и в саду

In our world of kitchen design, it’s lovely to see all the varieties of styles come to life. From traditional to modern, and everything in between, we love to design a broad spectrum. Here, we present a two-tone modern kitchen that has used materials in a fresh and eye-catching way. With a mix of finishes, it blends perfectly together to create a space that flows and is the pulsating heart of the home. With the main cooking island and gorgeous prep wall, the cook has plenty of space to work. The second island is perfect for seating – the three materials interacting seamlessly, we have the main white material covering the cabinets, a short grey table for the kids, and a taller walnut top for adults to sit and stand while sipping some wine! I mean, who wouldn’t want to spend time in this kitchen?! Cabinetry With a tuxedo trend look, we used Cabico Elmwood New Haven door style, walnut vertical grain in a natural matte finish. The white cabinets over the sink are the Ventura MDF door in a White Diamond Gloss finish. Countertops The white counters on the perimeter and on both islands are from Caesarstone in a Frosty Carrina finish, and the added bar on the second countertop is a custom walnut top (made by the homeowner!) with a shorter seated table made from Caesarstone’s Raw Concrete. Backsplash The stone is from Marble Systems from the Mod Glam Collection, Blocks – Glacier honed, in Snow White polished finish, and added Brass. Fixtures A Blanco Precis Silgranit Cascade Super Single Bowl Kitchen Sink in White works perfect with the counters. A Waterstone transitional pulldown faucet in New Bronze is complemented by matching water dispenser, soap dispenser, and air switch. The cabinet hardware is from Emtek – their Trinity pulls in brass. Appliances The cooktop, oven, steam oven and dishwasher are all from Miele. The dishwashers are paneled with cabinetry material (left/right of the sink) and integrate seamlessly Refrigerator and Freezer columns are from SubZero and we kept the stainless look to break up the walnut some. The microwave is a counter sitting Panasonic with a custom wood trim (made by Cabico) and the vent hood is from Zephyr.

When we started this project, opening up the kitchen to the surrounding space was not an option. Instead, the 10-foot ceilings gave us an opportunity to create a glamorous room with all of the amenities of an open floor plan. The beautiful sunny breakfast nook and adjacent formal dining offer plenty of seats for family and guests in this modern home. Our clients, none the less, love to sit at their new island for breakfast, keeping each other company while cooking, reading a new recipe or simply taking a well-deserved coffee break. The gorgeous custom cabinetry is a combination of horizontal grain walnut base and tall cabinets with glossy white upper cabinets that create an open feeling all the way up the walls. Caesarstone countertops and backsplash join together for a nearly seamless transition. The Subzero and Thermador appliances match the quality of the home and the cooks themselves! Finally, the heated natural limestone floors keep this room welcoming all year long. Alicia Gbur Photography