A CLOSED-OFF KITCHEN
LETS THE LIGHT IN.

S, A, their two kids (and two dogs!) moved into this Bonavista home 8 years ago, and for 8 years the kitchen did its duty. But they knew that this 1960’s home had more to offer them — the kitchen was dark, closed off, and not at all functional for a busy family of 4. They wanted a space where they could cook with their kids without bumping into each other, where the dogs could run around, and where they could host dinner parties and family gatherings with space to breathe.

Closed off from the living room (and with a floating range hood that made the space feel even smaller), S + A were looking for a new layout that was more open and welcoming. So our first decision was a major one — to remove the entire wall separating the kitchen from the living room. With a lot of manpower (and a 600-pound steel beam!), the Knight Custom Homes team removed the wall entirely, allowing light to flow throughout the main floor. From there, we could scrap the peninsula and design a new island, complete with an accent bar top and lots of hidden storage.

Besides a more functional kitchen, they wanted a bench seat that could do double (or triple) duty — a spot to enjoy a coffee with a view of the backyard, a homework zone for the kids, and flexible seating for gatherings and dinner parties.

This kitchen went from dreary and small to open, modern, and brighter than ever.