946 S. Clarence Avenue, Oak Park

Updating a forties kitchen within its original footprint and without compromising the architectural integrity of their classic bungalow was a priority for these homeowners who opted for a traditional design.

 

174 N. Harvey Avenue, Oak Park

This homeowner wanted a kitchen that would showcase her collection of antiques and also relate to the period of this 1915 American Four Square home, resulting in a sophisticated Arts and Crafts kitchen.
 

851 Fair Oaks Avenue, Oak Park

This homeowner/designer created a more open floor plan within the existing footprint of the house by simply removing the wall that separated a miniscule kitchen from the dining room, resulting in a handsome British colonial-styled gathering space.

730 N. Grove Avenue, Oak Park

A decorative design of cherry inlay provides an interesting contrast to the oak cabinets and woodwork used in the kitchen and adjoining family room. Several large and strikingly beautiful original oil paintings by Native American and other artists of the southwest add a punch of color and
are the visual centerpieces of this comfortable combined gathering space.

344 N. Kenilworth Avenue, Oak Park

The challenge faced by these homeowners was to take three small rooms, a cramped kitchen, laundry room and family room, and combine them to create a functional kitchen with living and eating space while maintaining the architectural integrity of their stately 1880s Queen Anne home.

401 N. Kenilworth Avenue, Oak Park
(Indoor/Outdoor Kitchen)

Color is the keynote in this vibrant and visually exciting kitchen that still manages to remain an integral part of this imposing 1897 Victorian house. Custom maple cabinets with a Gothic design and stained a warm butternut are offset by the Asian red butler's pantry and a turquoise hutch with leaded glass.

Welcome to "outdoor living" at its finest where natural materials create a relaxing and functional setting. Dominated by the stone fireplace and pond, a Pergola of cedar shades the kitchen area. This idyllic setting is completed by the constant sound of flowing water.

 

420 N. Kenilworth, Oak Park

Reclaimed white oak flooring, a screened pantry door reminiscent of an old farmhouse door and an Italian brass chandelier that is raised and lowered by a pulley are some of the design elements that maintain the architectural integrity of this exquisitely renovated 1886 Victorian home.

1021 Lathrop Avenue, River Forest

This warm and inviting family space in this charming French Country home was transformed from a contemporary eighties kitchen into a space that is now architecturally integrated with the rest of the house.
 

1130 Park Avenue, River Forest

Opening the kitchen to the Dining Room and introducing cabinetry designed as fine furniture transformed this once dark and narrow kitchen into an elegant and fully interactive space.

227 Thatcher Avenue, River Forest

Less is definitely more in terms of function, beauty and easy
maintenance in this strikingly simple and elegant Prairie Style kitchen. Oak flooring and recessed lighting enhances the uncluttered design of this exceptional kitchen.