One advantage we did have was the 10-foot ceilings, which we used to make the space feel larger. Before we could dive into the kitchen plan, though, we had to rework the room’s layout to improve functionality. We moved the doorway between the kitchen and dining room over about 8 inches and converted the kitchen door to the backyard into a window, shifting the access to the back room instead.

These changes gave us the flexibility to design a full galley kitchen with plenty of room to move around. We kept the original large window and added a cozy sitting nook—perfect for morning coffee or keeping each other company while cooking. To maximize the space, we extended the pantry and fridge cabinetry all the way up to the ceiling, creating a sense of height and openness.

One of the highlights of this project was our clients’ commitment to a bold, vibrant color palette that ties beautifully into their Victorian home while also making the kitchen feel larger and full of personality. The result is a bright, bold, and highly functional kitchen that’s filled with natural light. 

What we achieved together

This kitchen started out as a tight, not-so-functional space, constrained by the room’s layout and the placement of doors and openings. It had fluorescent lighting, no dishwasher, and very little counter space—not ideal for clients who love to cook and bake and needed a kitchen that could really work for them despite its small footprint.

Set the Scene

Full Kitchen
Renovation

Hamilton, On

Paul & Brittany