Santa Cruz Kitchen Transformation
Project Overview: A comprehensive kitchen remodel is underway for a client in Santa Cruz County, CA. The project encompasses a complete overhaul of the kitchen’s layout and design, with an emphasis on modern functionality and aesthetic appeal. The renovation covers an area of approximately 450 square feet and includes a series of significant upgrades and structural changes.
Design and Planning: The client has finalized the design and details, requiring stamped and signed drawings for the permit department. This includes MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing), architectural set, Title 24 report, structural drawings, and a site plan.
Renovation Highlights:
- Electrical Enhancements: Installation of a 220v line for an additional wall oven, ensuring culinary efficiency and expanded cooking capabilities.
- Island Installation: Introduction of a new kitchen island, complete with water and power supply, to serve as a central hub for food preparation and social interaction.
- Outlet Optimization: Strategic addition and relocation of outlets to accommodate the modern array of kitchen appliances and gadgets.
- Structural Modifications: Construction of arched dual doorways within a load-bearing wall, enhancing the flow and openness of the space.
- Wall Adjustments: Removal of a non-essential wall to streamline the kitchen’s layout, coupled with the relocation of the breaker box to a position nearer to the meter, potentially including new breakers for the updated appliances.
- Pantry Creation: Development of a modestly-sized (~25 square feet) walk-in pantry, featuring a framed door entry and overhead lighting for a functional storage solution.
- Secret Cellar Conversion: Transformation of the existing half bath into a concealed cellar, accessed through the pantry, with the original doorway relocated and plumbing capped.
This project is not just a renovation; it’s a reinvention of the kitchen space, tailored to the client’s vision of a dream kitchen that blends style with substance.
