Organic Inspiration

Jeanine Yancy

KSI Kitchen & Bath, Brighton, MI

Creating a more functional, updated, but not-too-trendy kitchen – and one that was not white – was the primary objective for designer Jeanine Yancy when she remodeled this 190-sq.-ft. kitchen, which she worked on with John Scheel of Haven Construction in South Lyon, MI. The in-depth project involved a full gut renovation, including all new cabinets, countertops, flooring throughout the first floor and fixtures. It also required that some appliances be relocated. The design was based on a combination of the client’s inspiration images, her family’s needs and the parameters of the space.

Color balance was important to the client, and determining the right mix of wood, white and painted cabinets took a few tries before the right combination was achieved. Yancy and her client achieved their desired result by selecting Merillat Masterpiece cabinetry in the Martel door style, and using the Riverbed paint finish on the perimeter, and Maple Barley for the island, bar and shelves. Solid Surfaces Unlimited Pompeii Quartz countertops and backsplash add just the right amount of contrast and draw the eye up to the custom white hood. 

To introduce better functionality, the new design includes tray dividers by the oven, swing-out shelves in the corner, a double trash pull-out in the island and ample power outlets in the hutch cabinets. A compelling combination of textures are present in this remodel, especially in the texture on the hardware and the organic touch full-height Zellige Gesso tile backsplash behind the sink wall. The end result is a tasteful and elegant kitchen design featuring an engaging mix of darks, lights and wood tones.