Our initial meeting involved a walkthrough of the existing kitchen, where the family shared their frustrations and outlined their desire for a more functional layout. They were open to creative solutions, stating that they were “pretty open to whatever options the design team came up with.” Their primary goal was to address specific pain points such as limited storage; small, choppy island surfaces; congested space, particularly when hosting gatherings; and lack of visual appeal.
The family provided some guidance on their stylistic preferences, leaning toward “updated traditional” elements and specific color tones. However, their main focus was on functionality: They eagerly shared, “Here are our problems with this space. We’re open to options. Let us know what you think would be the best fit based on how we use the space and how it’s not functioning for us.”