Award-Winning Interior Home Remodel

2025 NARI* of Greater Phoenix Remodeler of the Year

This project evolved from a phased kitchen and master suite remodel into a full interior transformation, addressing the client’s desire for a cohesive, functional home. Highlights include a high-end kitchen with a reimagined layout, featuring custom structural solutions, premium finishes, and seamless flow between spaces. The master suite combines comfort and accessibility with dual closets, an aging-in-place bathroom, and a refined design. Attention to detail, with textural contrasts, thoughtful lighting, and coordinated materials, enhances every space. From structural adjustments to handcrafted features, the renovation balances aesthetics and functionality, creating a timeless and harmonious home tailored to the client’s needs and lifestyle.

The Journey

This project began as a multi-year journey for our clients, who envisioned a two-phase renovation plan for their kitchen and master suite. However, as they contemplated moving out during construction, they decided to execute the entire interior remodel at once. With a deep understanding of their unique needs—a high-end kitchen for his culinary passion, age-in-place features in the master bath, and a functional yet elegant design—the project evolved to become a harmonious blend of aesthetic enhancement, functional upgrade, and innovative solutions for the whole home.

A Timeless Kitchen for Cooking and Entertaining

The new kitchen not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the home but redefines the layout and flow of space. Raising the ceiling and removing a load-bearing wall between the kitchen and dining areas introduced an open, airy ambiance. By integrating a beam to support the structure and concealing essential electrical components within custom-crafted support posts, we achieved a balance between form and function, creating a rhythm in design lines that continues through the adjacent areas. The island seating for five, high-end appliances, and a functional work triangle, meet the clients’ desires for a space that caters to both cooking and entertaining while exhibiting timeless finishes.

Textural contrast and sophisticated finishes were central to the design. We selected materials that complement the home’s architecture and add depth and warmth, enhancing both the kitchen and the bathrooms. The continuity of finishes from the kitchen to the master and guest bathrooms unifies the home, while carefully considered color schemes and high-end materials establish subtle yet striking contrasts. The posts on either side of the kitchen create a visual rhythm that leads into the adjacent spaces, balancing symmetry and providing focal points that emphasize the seamless flow and openness.

A Luxurious Master Bath With Long-Term Accessibility

In the master bath, the design was approached with equal care and craftsmanship. Every detail—from the wall realignments to the dual closets, dedicated to him and her—supports the clients’ needs for functionality and long-term accessibility. The vanity remains in its original position, allowing the budget to prioritize premium finishes over costly plumbing relocations. Furthermore, the private water closet and improved storage spaces offer both comfort and convenience, catering to the homeowners’ future needs while maintaining a luxurious appeal.

Shedding Light on it All

Lighting played a critical role in enhancing functionality and ambiance throughout the home. We incorporated both general and task lighting in the kitchen, bathrooms, and transitional spaces, ensuring optimal brightness and comfort. Strategic light placement complements the design’s texture and color palette, accentuating the materials and creating a well-lit, welcoming environment.

Details Matter

The project also reflects superior craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. Custom moldings, woodwork, and fireplace mantel with a tailored approach to each feature demonstrate a commitment to quality. The handcrafted posts in the kitchen, designed to support electrical needs while enhancing aesthetics, highlight the innovative thinking applied throughout the project. Additionally, the replacement of cast-iron plumbing underscored our dedication to durability and future-proofing. Addressing the homeowners’ concerns about clogged lines, we replaced underground pipes to ensure their home remains functional and resilient.

The Results

Throughout, this remodel overcame challenges, from structural support to re-routing electrical, HVAC supplies balance and ductwork, then replacing underground plumbing. Each obstacle presented an opportunity for innovation by out team, resulting in solutions that not only met the client’s needs but exceeded their expectations. The project is a testament to the power of thoughtful project management, outside-the-box design, functional excellence, and respect for the clients’ lifestyle and aspirations.

*National Association of the Remodeling Industry

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