This striking piece will be seen as part of our weekly collection of “From the Cabinetmaker’s Bench” when we get back from Christmas break! Designed along the lines of a vintage baker’s bench, it is constructed from Quartersawn White Oak (1″ doors, drawer fronts and face frame) finished in our Caramel stain. It features a custom style door designed especially for this piece, side-by-side drawers and a run of handsome slats along the base of the open area. In true period style, note also the raised end panel in that same open area. Rugged 4 x 4 constructed legs anchor each corner on this solid (and heavy!) cabinetry.

Before the renovation, this Maryland kitchen was dark and lacked contrast.

The homeowners of this basic white kitchen knew their space was in need of a makeover.  Their dream was to create an inviting, period style kitchen where they could gather together as a family-they came to the right place!  Crown Point designer Peter Ippedico guided them in the cabinetry design and layout of the transformed kitchen pictured in the “after” shot below.

Frameless Quartersawn Red Oak cabinetry gives the space warmth and timeless character, and the contrasting island provides a pop of color.

Frameless cabinetry in Quartersawn Red Oak warms up the kitchen, creating an inviting space for guests and chefs alike.   The light blue island incorporates a burst of understated color, while also providing ample workspace in the center of the room.  Design details such as true lite muntin doors, beadboard  and decorative moulding provide the period style charm they were looking for.

In their own words, the homeowners let us know just how much they love their new kitchen:

“Thanks for rescuing us from a very close call with mediocre cabinetry.  We knew our kitchen would be beautiful once we saw the sample door, but the finished product exceeded our expectations.  The Crown Point cabinets really look like they belong in our old farmhouse.  We could not have gotten this period look with the other brands we were considering.  It’s nice too that I can store my heavy pots and 50-lb flour bins in the cabinets instead of on the floor or in a closet.”

“You can also add me to the 99% of people who love their trash pull-out.  Thanks for talking me into it.  The dishwasher panel and hutch-like cabinetry between the refrigerator and wall oven also turned out well.  The whole layout is just great.  It definitely makes the best use of our space.  Thanks again!”

-Homeowners, Laurel, MD

Crown Point Kitchen featured in Kitchens & Baths Magazine!

The newest issue of Kitchens & Baths Magazine includes a six-page article featuring an impressive Crown Point kitchen

The featured Crown Point kitchen, with cabinetry in Quartersawn Oak, makes great use of every inch of this

A beautiful Arts & Crafts Crown Point kitchen is featured in the latest issue of Kitchens & Baths Magazine! With six pages of photographs, plus commentary from Crown Point designer Lois Horan, readers learn how to achieve an impressive Arts & Crafts look while making the most of a small space.

Lois listened carefully to the client’s needs, adding stylish Craftsman details to handsome, highly functional Quartersawn Oak cabinetry. “I wanted to create a beautiful kitchen using every last inch for added storage,” said Lois. “Now that its finished, everything has its place, and the family couldn’t be happier with their kitchen.”

Click here to read the full online article “Waste Not, Want Not”

The custom range hood is paneled to match the Craftsman door style, and Quartersawn Oak appliance panels conceal dishwasher drawers

The family even found space for a custom dog den, perfect for their two dachshunds

To ensure a place for everything, Lois incorporated several storage solutions. For example, extra deep drawers and roll out can storage in the banquette were essential in keeping the family organized.

The banquette provides the family with a casual dining nook

The printed article entitled “Waste Not, Want Not” can be found in Issue Number 2, 2008 of Kitchens and Baths, a Woman’s Day Special Interest Publication.