Project Update | Beauty in Diversity

Although there are a few minor details to wrap up on this project, my enthusiasm got the best of me as I walked into a space that has only really existed in our heads for quite a while.  The project was referred to KSKC by Herlong Architects as a large scale renovation and addition to a Mt. Pleasant marsh home.  Chip & Zach Naramore, two of the finest custom home builders in the Charleston Market, took on the challenge of creating a space that is so dramatically different from the original home that you would never EVER know that you were standing in the same space.  

The KSKC Team assisted from the conceptual design of the space starting with the challenge of dealing with an unfortunately placed, yet REQUIRED, structural column.  This column fell smack dab in the middle of what we now refer to as "Entertainment Island" (AKA...the party Island).  To resolve this visual eye-sore that simply screamed "RENOVATION" verses "Ahhh...this is how I was aaaaaalways supposed to be," we collaborated with the Herlong designers, the structural engineers, the builders, and of course the home owners.  The ultimate resolution...two (verses one) cleverly concealed structural columns with a steel structural beam that allowed for an expansive opening from the kitchen into the casual entertainment areas of the home.  The end result - a space that flows beautifully, feels like it's ALWAYS been this way, and visually appears much larger without the visual obstruction.  

Enough jabbering - take a "gander" at the 95% completed space.  

Items to take note of:

- The media center & home office "column" are dark walnut panels provided by our factory in PA. 

- The kitchen, produced in Germany's only TRULY custom factory, is book-matched vertical grain "zebra wood" veneer with custom radius cabinets .  

- The center cooking island has one of the most unique details...engineered stone countertops that return down the two short ends - one end with stone-faced touch-open drawers that are 42" wide.  

- Appliances, with only a couple of exceptions, are Gaggenau - influenced by the best French Chefs & created by the best German Engineers.

Project Update {One Year Later} - Isle of Palms New Construction

Sometimes people ask me when they should get started with the design of either their new construction or renovation project if they're already working with an Architect.  Granted, there are many very talented architects and designers out there that bring a lot of input to the table, but in reality - if you truly want to create the kitchen (or in this case, the entire home) of your dreams, it's best to start EARLY.  It has been almost exactly one year since my last blog update on this project when I introduced the conceptual design of the kitchen.  Today those concepts are becoming reality and even though the project is not complete, I thought I'd give you a sneak preview of the progress of the installation.  This has been a REALLY fun project and every day something is changing and coming to life.  For many it's the most stressful period of the project because any errors made during the design phase always show up now - but for me, it's ALWAYS the most exciting part of the project because we can now see, touch, and feel what we've been looking at on paper for so long.  So without further ado, the photos.... 

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Project Update - Isle of Palms New Construction

"A Beach Getaway for the Entire Family!"

Wow! Amazing location (Isle of Palms), GREAT client, phenomenal design team (Herlong & Associates), & one of the best builders in the southeast (Phillip Smith)! We're so fortunate & grateful to be such a key component of this project. Although the first floors are just being framed, I am already eager to see the finished project & see the look on the client's face when they see their new home in all it's glory. We will definitely keep you posted with with the progress on this one!

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Gaggenau Room

***Sneak Preview***

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Project Update - Mt. Pleasant Renovation

"Eclectic Update / Kitchen Island Lover's Dream"

This unique renovation project came to us through our collaboration with the fabulous design team at Herlong & Associate's who we collaborated with on the 2009 Symphony Show House. This client's stunning home, originally built in the early 1980's, is located in the heart of Mt. Pleasant on a 4-acre oasis that could easily lead to you to believe that the nearest neighbor is miles away. The clients have put their hearts' & souls' into making this every-day home a beautiful retreat, shielded from all of those everyday stressors - inside & out.

As was common when this home was built, the kitchen, although not necessarily small, can become cramped quarters when entertaining. In the new design one wall will be removed opening the space to a glorious sun room and cozy family room. Also, the newly renovated pool and impeccable exterior landscaping will essentially be brought into the kitchen by adding a huge sink window.

Our clients have been a pleasure to work with throughout the design collaboration process. William has incorporated the detail oriented features that make each space he designs truly unique and a perfect living and entertaining space for this client.

Stay tuned for the larger details of the larger than life island and a laundry room that you might just want to move into.

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Project Update - Daniel Island New Construction

"Casual Elegance Family Home"

We are currently in the initial stages of the design process on this custom Daniel Island Park home, located between the pristine Ralston Creek Golf Course and a picturesque example of the beautiful marshes that contribute to Daniel Island's natural beauty. The kitchen, centrally located between the homes formal and casual living spaces is not only a beautiful space to work with, it is one of the largest areas of the home. A perfect space for this family of seven to enjoy as their every-day "central command" room, it is equally suited to serve as a primary gather room when entertaining (when is the kitchen not that room?).

We are working closely with the client to customize the layout - the placement of the various work stations that include a cleverly disguised "sandwich and snack" station, a dual-zone preparation space, and a cereal station with it's own set of milk refrigerator drawers. As of our last meeting, although still early in the planning stages - we all worked together to turn our medley of ideas into a firm conceptual layout that is ready to see some formal design action.

Significant in the coordination and design of this residence is Atlanticville Homes partner Steve Gonda, responsible for Field Operations and Customer Service on each of the company's custom built homes. All of us at KSKC are proud to be a part of Atlanticville Home's design team & hold their abilities and client satisfaction abilities in high regard. Impressively, Atlanticville has achieved a 100% recommendation rate and a 100% "easier than expected" rating by their previous clients. Be sure to check out their website by clicking here.

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