Helser Kitchen Remodel, Berkeley, California

This kitchen remodel was part of a larger project which added to a 1920's Craftsman bungalow. The original kitchen was separated from the backyard by a laundry room and a bedroom door opened directly into the kitchen. The laundry wall was removed and laundry activities were moved upstairs. By incorporating this room into the kitchen, a real dining area was gained and large windows and a french door were incorporated, inviting garden views and access. The bedroom door was relocated to face the dining area and was screened for privacy with oak posts that matched new stairs. The door relocation created more wall space for a large cooking area. An archway replaced the door to the living room, opening up the kitchen toward the front of the home. Cabinets, pulls, and light fixtures were all selected for their Craftsman styling.