Classically Chic White Kitchen

April 27, 2017

This dual finish kitchen was a treat to design and create. It was for a new home in Hamilton and the client was very interested in the design and custom finishes we have to offer.

Symmetry was important to the design of the kitchen, given the shape of the room is was contained in. The wood hood is the central design element, drawing the eye to the middle of the composition.

The island matches the hood, which is a gray stain on cherry. The client and I custom created this color to be exactly the tone and hue she wanted, transparent enough to show the wood beneath but also opaque enough to give it a good, rich color.

The upper cathedral mullion glass doors, coupled with the glass hutch, give the cabinets transparency and allows for showing off decorative stemware.

The result was a beautiful and elegant white kitchen warmed by the cherry stained hood, island and stained oak wood floors.

White Designer Kitchen in Loveland

January 9, 2017

This transitional kitchen was for a repeat client. After seeing our cabinets in her bathroom, she couldn't wait to get them in her kitchen.

One of the many unique features is the bench that is built into the island.

The microwave was built in and centered on one wall, adding depth and architectural detail.

The desk, previously outdated and not functional, was upgraded to include cubbies for mail, pull-out keyboard tray and file drawers.

The client had this to say about the process: " I loved that they were willing to listen to our ideas and help us balance the design side of things with the functional side."

This remodeling project was completed in conjunction with Meyer Brothers and Sons. To see additional kitchens by them, please click here.

Exquisite Woods Featured In This Kitchen and Bath

June 8, 2016

Here in Ohio, cherry & walnut are 2 of our most prized wood species. Both are cherished for their depth of figuring and grain movements. At this home in Loveland, they chose both of those species for their custom kitchen and bathroom remodels.

The cherry kitchen cabinets have a brown stain, complimenting the darker veining in the oak floors.

The island is also cherry, but painted with a black vinyl that was sanded through on the edges to reveal the cherry beneath, blending the island and perimeter cabinets together.

For the bathroom, they went with a natural walnut vanity.

And replaced the old linen closet with a much more efficient and versatile cabinet.

The remodeling contractor on this project was Meyer Brothers and Sons. For other bathroom remodels, click here.

Opening things up in Montgomery

November 20, 2015

These repeat clients had a desire to open the kitchen up to both the dining room and family room. Opening things up to the dining room really helps guest feel welcome as soon as they walk into the door, and helps tremendously while entertaining. Removing the wall between the family room and kitchen helps mom and dad keep track of the little one while she plays in the family room and they cook dinner.

The removal of soffits, building in the refrigerator, and other small details really make a big impact in any kitchen remodel.

In addition to new cabinets in the kitchen, they also wanted new built-in cabinetry in the family room to match, since it is now opened up directly to the kitchen. We installed conduit from the cabinet on the right to an opening behind the TV so the owners could have the components and wires completely hidden. Also, we added more storage behind doors to have places to hide toys and things they want out of sight.

The walnut top at the peninsula matches the walnut mantel in the family room, creating connecting features that also help to unify the spaces.

Soapstone counters, along with the walnut top and dark stained oak floors (all naturally oiled) help keep things warm and textured with the white cabinets and white backsplash.

Unique custom features like the wine storage and 2-stage angled crown mold leave no details unconsidered.

“Top notch organization — from start to finish! They are extremely easy to work with and make you feel like you’re part of the family as well. Their ability to make cabinets and fine trim is absolutely amazing. They were able to work with us right from the start. We didn’t know exactly what we wanted but their architect was able to work with us and change the drawings several times as we changed our minds.”

— Nate P.

The remodeling contractor for this project was Meyer Brothers and Sons. To view additional remodeling projects by them, please click here.

Period Kitchen in Oakley

May 5, 2015

While the homeowners loved their neighborhood, with downtown Oakley within walking distance, they didn't love their kitchen. It was small, enclosed, and very lacking in both storage and character.

We suggested to the contractor to open things up to both the dining room and family room, which required some major structural changes and precise construction techniques.

We also suggested opening the non bearing wall from the front.

This created views from the front door all the way to the rear family room, something the homeowner really appreciated for it greatly increased the feeling of openness for the entire first floor.

In order to achieve the character piece, we decided on inset cabinets with simple flat panel doors and slab drawers.

We decided on a distressed walnut top, finished with OSMO Poly-x natural oil, to preserve warmth and texture.

In order to maximize storage, we took advantage of small spaces by adding in-cabinet accessories.

In the end, our team was able to deliver to the clients exactly what they envisioned: a kitchen that they loved.

This project was completed in partnership with Meyer Brothers and Sons. To view additional kitchen transformations, please click here.

Country Chic Kitchen

March 13, 2015

Sally and I had several meetings before finalizing the design. I not only helped her with the cabinet design and layout, but also worked intentionally with her to design the entire kitchen, breakfast, dining and family room space.

When designing a kitchen, one of the first things I do is look around at the adjacent room and ask specific questions to try and gain understanding from the client on exactly how they want not only their kitchen to flow and feel like, but also how adjacent spaces need to be considered to create a cohesive architectural design. The following before and after photos hopefully show the transformation:

Once we landed on a layout and which walls to open up and remove, we were able to focus in on the details of the kitchen. Sally already had a specific style to her home, so we designed the cabinetry to accentuate the existing feel and decor.

This was accomplished with features such as the cabinet finish, decorative feet and moldings, hardware, plumbing fixtures, etc.

“Stellar Cabinetry proved much more beautiful than I imagined. Custom beyond belief. Every detail precisely worked out with well educated and experienced professionals. So very helpful and patient!!!! Nothing was finalized until I was totally convinced of the beautiful outcome. Every aspect of this kitchen remodel was enjoyable. I wish we could do it all over again.”

— Sally M.

She and her husband liked the cabinetry so much they commissioned us to build them a large table for the whole family, kids and grand kids, to gather around.

This project was completed in conjunction with Meyer Brothers and Sons. To see other kitchens completed by them, please click here.

Highly Customized Master Bath

November 17, 2014

This client, after interviewing several others, chose us to help her remodel her bathroom. The main reason, as I came to find out at a later date, was because she felt like we listened to her.

It is amazing how often this comes up in reviews with past clients. It seems like a basic human principle, but in our industry it is more common than not to have an architect, designer or contractor push their agenda instead of listening, learning and collaborating together.

Not only did the client want a single vanity sink and sitting make-up area, she also wanted additional storage. This was accomplished through creating a matching set of drawers with another mirror and glass display cabinets above.

The following before and after pictures capture well the dramatic change this master bathroom remodel brought about.

The remodeling professional we partnered with on this project was Meyer Brothers and Sons. To learn more, please click here.

Modern Dual Finish in Blue Ash

January 22, 2013

This custom finish kitchen features an espresso stain on select quartersawn cherry complimented with high gloss white cabinets.

The doors are acrylic, and in order to match the depth & sheen of the acrylic on the wood cabinets, we used a Euro-build finish.

In this house, the husband was the chef and enjoyed doing all the cooking. Since he spent alot of time in the kitchen, we turned the full-height pantry into a mini-entertainment area.

The middle door swings up then slides back into the cabinet, allowing the stereo and tv to be pulled out. The tv pulls out flat then you swing it up 90 degrees for viewing. In addition to the media center, there is plenty of other room for pots, pans and other pantry items.

While this kitchen is small, we were able to fit a 2-person island with built-in microwave. In the background you can see another full-height pantry/hutch area featuring stainless steel framed frosted acrylic panel upper doors.

In addition to the kitchen, the clients also remodeled their master bathroom. In their quest for maximizing all possible areas of their cabinetry, we highly customized a full-height storage cabinet for them.

His side features pull-outs for his socks and undergarments, many adjustable shelves and hanging tie storage. Her side has pull-out hanging necklace storage, pull-out jewelry trays, and lighted make-up mirror.