painted, lighting fixtures updated, and a fully integrated security and sound system installed.
ANY PARTICULAR CHALLENGES? The biggest challenge was the kitchen. It is a small space in the center of the house and it was a little claustrophobic. The clients were willing to lose a little storage to gain a more open concept so we used every inch of space wisely. Part of the challenge was the husband’s fondness for X’s. He had seen a picture of a kitchen with glass cabinets featuring mullions in the form of an X. This was something he really wanted and it was non-negotiable. Because we had a relatively modest budget, custom cabinetry was out, so we had to find a cabinet line that offered this feature. As you can see, the husband got his X’s but there were a lot of calls and emails between the cabinet representative and me! The second challenge was the fireplace. The face and surround were totally
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