In 2002, a homeowner in Santa Barbara, California decided to upgrade and remodel their kitchen by adding a kitchen island. The project involved designing and installing the island, as well as making other modifications to the kitchen to accommodate the new addition.
The first step in the process was to come up with a design for the island. The homeowner worked with a contractor to create a plan that would fit with the overall aesthetic of the kitchen and meet their functional needs. The island was to be a central gathering place for cooking, dining, and socializing, so it needed to accommodate multiple functions.
Once the design was finalized, the contractor began work on the installation. The first step was to remove existing cabinets and counters to make way for the island. Because the island was to be quite large, additional support had to be installed in the floor to ensure it would be stable.
The island itself was made of solid hardwood and featured a large butcher block surface for food preparation. There was also a sink and a cooktop integrated into the island, along with a seating area for guests. Storage was built into the island as well, with cabinets and drawers for pots, pans, and utensils.
Along with the island installation, other changes were made to the kitchen to create a cohesive overall look. The cabinets were upgraded with new hardware, and the countertops were replaced with a complementary stone material. New lighting fixtures were installed above the island and throughout the kitchen to create a warm, inviting atmosphere.
The entire project was completed over the course of several weeks, with the homeowner working closely with the contractor at each stage of the process. The end result was a beautiful, functional kitchen that was perfect for cooking, dining, and entertaining with friends and family.
Posted by blackstarconstructiongroup.com on 2007-07-31 19:18:26
