Eastmoreland Cottage Kitchen

The clients loved the style and charm of their 1925 Tudor-style cottage, so respecting its age and preserving its original style was a priority. As avid cooks, they also wanted a real working kitchen, so durability and professional kitchen style were important influences on their design decisions.

Original archway and fully restored 1925 windows.

The arch you see in this photo was existing, and they were able to preserve the original plaster walls rather than using drywall. One of Chelly’s favorite things about the architecture was the original 1925 windows that she had fully restored and painted charcoal to highlight them.

Eat-in nook with maximized space.

Previously, the eat-in nook housed a longer rectangular table that hogged space. By switching to this round table, Chelly was able to fit cabinets along either side. The table’s cast-iron base and sandstone top add period-appropriate character, while a shelf supported by historic style-appropriate corbels adds architectural flair near the where they can display their favorite china and pottery.

Freestanding fridge integrates into the cabinetry.

The fridge is now part of a cabinet wall where the range had been. The freestanding piece integrates well into cabinetry, while the cabinet to the left conceals a microwave and plenty of pantry space.

Stainless steel adds to chef's kitchen style.

The professional stainless finish on the range and hood, and the durable quartz that resembles concrete for the countertops added the feel of working kitchen style.

Same color upper cabinets and walls give seamless look.

The upper cabinets, walls and trim were painted the same color for a seamless, period-appropriate look. While for the lower cabinets so she chose a charcoal color to help the windows pop.

The kitchen in the historic home had undergone what Chelly dubbed a “big-box store special”just before the couple moved in. The cabinets had a Thermafoil finish that her toaster had melted; the floors were red vinyl-composite tiles that were popping up all over; storage was lacking and the placement of the bulky refrigerator made the room feel cramped.

Chelly utilized custom cabinetry, switched to a single-bowl 24-inch sink and wall-mounted faucets to help gain valuable inches. The concrete features and stainless steel appliances lent a professional working kitchen look that fit into the historic architecture. She adding a few modern accents that fit with the kitchen’s vintage style. One of Chelly’s favorite thing about the architecture was the original 1925 windows that she had fully restored and painted charcoal to highlight them.

Construction Partner: CODA Construction PDX

Featured In: Cottages & Bungalows
Awards: Houzz Kitchen of the Week

Eastmoreland Cottage Kitchen

The clients loved the style and charm of their 1925 Tudor-style cottage, so respecting its age and preserving its original style was a priority. As avid cooks, they also wanted a real working kitchen, so durability and professional kitchen style were important influences on their design decisions.

Photography by Blackstone Edge Studios