Turn-of-the-Century Simplicity with Kochman Reidt + Haigh Cabinetmakers

It can be tricky to renovate a single room in a circa home. Kochman Reidt + Haigh Cabinetmakers proved they were up for the challenge, however, when they designed a custom kitchen for a 1920s Colonial Revival, home to a family of 6 in Winchester, Massachusetts.

KR+H President Paul Reidt said the objective was to design a room that melded nicely with the rest of the 1920s home. In keeping with historical tradition, the homeowners wanted a simple design- kitchens at the turn-of-the-century were used primarily as a space in which to work and cook.

KR+H kept this in mind but didn't sacrifice on style and elegance, and the result is a simple yet sophisticated kitchen that caters to the family's needs. The space is light and open, with white, traditionally-styled cabinets adorned with polished nickel knobs. A spacious Carrara marble island sits in the center of the room, providing the perfect space for cooking, dining, gathering, and conversing. 

The custom hood built above the Wolf stove is made of stainless steel, and is both functional and decorative. The sconces on either side provide soft light and ambiance. The backsplash is made of white subway tile, and is unobtrusive but also functional with a shelf for easy storage. 

Finally, the black and white marble floor was chosen as a deliberate nod to turn-of-the-century homes, which often had such flooring in their grand entrances. In this more modernized home, the kitchen is the main entrance to the house, so using marble here is an interesting and unique spin on an old American tradition. 

To read more about this Kochman Reidt + Haigh Cabinetmakers project, check out the original article in the Boston Globe.