Located *in town* among a varied streetscape of 1920s-era homes, this client sought to create a dream kitchen space while thoughtfully supporting an age-in-place strategy.

We approached the design with a neutral vernacular—careful not to disrupt the specific character of the existing Craftsman-style home or its surrounding urban fabric. Early in the process, it became clear that the aging existing structure could not adequately support a new, plumb kitchen. An ad-hoc 1950s addition and its adjoining deck were therefore removed, allowing the rear entry sequence to be reconsidered and clarified. In their place, a new wood-framed extension introduces vaulted ceilings and expansive glazing that captures soft morning light.

Interior spaces extend this understated approach, combining clean lines, muted luxury finishes, and textural earth tones to create a kitchen that feels both quietly refined and deeply livable.