Post by Stacey Walker. Stacey mostly works behind the scenes for Walker Woodworking, managing day to day operations, and marketing. Stacey has helped many clients create their dream space.

Reclaimed Wood and Brass Hardware

White is a timeless color choice for kitchen cabinets, it is clean and bright making the space one that is welcoming. White by itself, however, can cause the kitchen to be a bit bland but is the perfect compliment to almost any color or material. A popular combination is natural wood because it adds a touch of warmth and beautiful contrast as it did for this client’s kitchen. There were several unique features designed for this homeowner so that this space would seamlessly blend with the needs of their lifestyle and showcase their personal style.

White is a timeless color choice for kitchen cabinets, it is clean and bright making the space one that is welcoming. White by itself, however, can cause the kitchen to be a bit bland but is the perfect compliment to almost any color or material. A popular combination is natural wood because it adds a touch of warmth and beautiful contrast as it did for this client’s kitchen. There were several unique features designed for this homeowner so that this space would seamlessly blend with the needs of their lifestyle and showcase their personal style.

Brass hardware

Hardware is an important element in cabinetry because it not only adds the finishing touch to the design but it brings functionality to the cabinets plus protects them from the oils in our hands extending their life. There are many shapes and styles available in multiple materials such as nickel and silver but brass has become a popular choice over the last few years. It has a vintage charm to it which made it the perfect compliment to the reclaimed wood in this kitchen and tied in so elegantly with the white cabinets. This provided a unified look to the design as well as a nice contrast for the white cabinets. Brass is a durable material that will guarantee you many years of service for your cabinets and is versatile. The homeowner to combine brass cup pulls, knobs, and long handles to give themselves the best functionality in their kitchen. The cup pulls make it easy to open drawers while cooking in the kitchen, an important factor to keep in mind when making your selection. The extended length of the brass pulls distributed the weight evenly when opening the refrigerator. Brass knobs were perfect for the cabinet doors even with two fingers. Mixing and matching the shapes of your hardware allows you to customize it according to the specific needs of each cabinet giving you the best function possible. We agree with their choice and love the final results.

Wine and wet bar

Beverage centers are trending, they are functional spaces within the home because they allow you to have everything in one, accessible area. They are perfect for family gatherings or small parties plus they invite people to gather and talk. Our client wanted to create two beverage stations across from each other, one had a wine cooler and the other a dazzling sink that makes it easy to rinse glasses and cups after they are used. There is also ample storage in these beverage cabinets and the upper glass front cabinets make it simple to know what is available to pour without having to pull everything out. Wine glasses and additional glasses can also be stored inside along with any paper products like napkins can be tucked inside the lower cabinets. The homeowner loved this feature as it allows them to keep everything separate in these two spaces. 

Unique project features

There were several other wonderful features that we were able to do in this project that allows the homeowner to have a space that is unique to them and their specific needs. Some of them included:

• Push latches built into the kitchen island cabinets by the bar stools. This gives the client additional storage that is needed but in such a way that it does not take away from the clean design looks.
• Spice shelf tucked beside the oven which means easy access when cooking and limited going back and forth with hands that might be wet or covered in food. The homeowner also has a stash of paper towels just in case of any surprise spills.
• A U-shaped drawer under the kitchen sink was one of the client’s requests since this gives maximum storage capacity under the sink. This is the perfect place to store low items like serving platters or trays.
• Utensil and silverware divider trays are a simple way to keep everything organized and neatly in its place.
• Trash can pull out by sink means no walking across the room with dripping food packages or garbage of any kind. The double trash pull out is conveniently located where you do most of your prep work for cooking.
• The pantry service coffee area is one of the homeowners favorite aspects of their new kitchen space, everything they need is located in one area and can be neatly stored away when not in use.

A custom kitchen means you get exactly what you need and can focus on what really matters to you, the things that will make your life easier because it is built with you in mind. We love working with our clients to create a design that is as unique as they. You can click here to see the complete project.

Reclaimed wood and brass hardware

We are delighted with the final outcome of this project and so is the homeowner who has a background in furniture and interior design. This is what they had to say on why they trusted Walker Woodworking to design and build their custom cabinets.

“I came from a career in furniture design & interior design.  The knowledge I gained in design set the bar high for anyone cabinet manufacture.  I went for a site visit to Walker Woodworking to see the manufacturing process of their cabinets.  I was immediately impressed and knew they were the people I wanted to build my cabinets.”

We are always humbled by the fact that our clients feel so at ease with us and confident in our ability to bring their vision to life. If you are considering a renovation for your home we encourage you to pay us a visit, browse through our 5,000 square foot showroom or ask to tour our 70,000 square foot manufacturing facility. You will find our family atmosphere relaxing and be assured that your project matters to us.