As the holiday season nears, the kitchen takes center stage. This Philadelphia-area home kitchen was freshly renovated in time for Thanksgiving.

The kitchen isn’t just where meals are made—it can be a space to eat those meals, get work done, or have a glass of wine when the day is through. For the holidays, it’s often a central gathering place for the whole family to catch up as dishes are prepared. The ideal kitchen space fulfills all these needs and more.

I’ve photographed a variety of renovations by Jeff Spoelker of JMS Architecture, from condominium interior refreshes to full home makeovers. This kitchen overhaul capitalized on its central location within the house, tying it to adjacent spaces to create a seamless hosting experience for family gatherings.

Back in the kitchen itself, thoughtful details make this a great space to prepare meals of any size—whether it’s breakfast for one or Thanksgiving dinner for twenty. Custom cabinetry from Conestoga Country Kitchens provides storage solutions that don’t compromise on form or function, including built-in cookware sorters and a variety of drawer sizes. The windowed cabinets are not only aesthetically pleasing but also strategically placed to store glassware and china within easy reach of where drinks are served.

Whether it’s breakfast for one or a holiday dinner for twenty, this renovated kitchen is ready for all of life’s meals.

Everything is finished with white surfaces and gold accents—the latter of which even extends to the overhead lighting—for a cohesive overall look.