Cox

Kitchen remodel
Interior Design
Custom carpentry
Tilework
Floating shelves

1980s Townhouse
Thoroughgood

This renovation marked a major milestone—Daniela and Tony’s first home and their first full renovation—making every design decision deeply personal and intentional. The goal was to transform a dated space into a kitchen that felt open, expressive, and reflective of how they truly live.

By opening the kitchen to the living area and restoring the ceiling to its full height, the space immediately gained light, airiness, and a renewed sense of scale. Underutilized areas were reimagined to add smart, built-in storage, proving that thoughtful design can uncover hidden potential within an existing layout.

The Challenge

The 1980s townhouse kitchen was closed off, visually compressed by a drop-down ceiling, and burdened with outdated features like an unused wet bar that wasted valuable space and disrupted flow to the living area.

It also lacked smart storage and personalized functionality, making it inefficient for daily routines and disconnected from their lifestyle.

The Result

Creative details give the kitchen its character and charm. Custom in-wall storage adds both function and visual interest, while a dedicated coffee and tea bar—inspired by favorite café experiences—creates a daily ritual space that feels both personal and elevated. Tile extending all the way to the ceiling adds a bold, dramatic finish that ties everything together.

The result is a kitchen that tells a story—layered with intention, creativity, and craftsmanship—and serves as a lasting foundation for a home filled with life, memories, and growth.

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