THE HOST WITH THE MOST
“As the holiday season nears, the kitchen takes center stage. This Philadelphia-area home kitchen was freshly renovated in time for Thanksgiving.”
A long island provides ample room to prepare food at one end and serve it at the other.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.
Grab a bite and get back out there! Glass doors connect the kitchen to a dining area on the patio.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.
Similar aesthetic details continue from the kitchen into the dining room for a cohesive hosting space.Everything is finished with white surfaces and gold accents—the latter of which even extends to the overhead lighting—for a cohesive overall look.
Drawers on all sides help keep useful items in close reach and unused items out of the way.
White finishes and gold fixtures make the whole space look pristine and modern.“Whether it’s breakfast for one or a holiday dinner for twenty, this renovated kitchen is ready for all of life’s meals.”
A second sink, a built-in wine cooler, and windowed glassware cabinets make this nook a perfect place for guests to serve themselves drinks.