Kitchens of 200 to 230 square feet offer a chance to create a welcoming environment with abundant appliances and cabinetry, adequate workflow and room for both daily living and entertaining. This size kitchen often includes a peninsula or island and can accommodate more than one cook at a time. Have a look at how designers updated the following four kitchens with improved function and distinctive style.
1. Kitchen at a Glance
Who lives here: A couple with three kids
Location: St. Michael, Minnesota
Size: 230 square feet (21 square meters)
Designer: Melissa Mathieu Designs
Before: This Minnesota couple with three kids needed a kitchen that could keep up with their busy family. When they built their transitional-style home in 2005, the open kitchen worked for their needs at the time, but soon the aging space became family-unfriendly. Maple cabinets set at different levels and a series of drop-down ceiling forms and angled walls created a chaotic look.
The island also proved frustrating, with an awkward shape the homeowners felt wasted space and made items hard to reach. Wanting a more cohesive kitchen with cleaner lines and a warm, inviting style, the couple turned to designer Melissa Mathieu.