Temple Kitchen, Berkeley, California

Inefficient, dark and cramped, this kitchen was a remodel-in-waiting for an owner who loved to cook. First, the wall between the kitchen and dining room was removed and replaced with an arch and high counter for a better working relationship between the two rooms. Second, an archway between the dining room and living room was created for better circulation between all three rooms. Lastly, the kitchen was enlarged by moving the western wall of the kitchen as far west as possible to capture beautiful San Francisco Bay views. Numerous north-facing windows balance the natural lighting.