Kitchen Remodel - Indianapolis

Kitchen Remodel - Indianapolis
This kitchen was one of our favorites so far. This house sits on the west side of Indianapolis and is over 130 years old. Because this is a true masonry structure (meaning the walls are about 18" thick and solid brick), it was a rewarding challenge to figure out how to update some mechanicals, specifically electrical. But with a little creativity and some willingness on the part of the homeowner to be flexible in how the problems were solved, we created a kitchen that is a joy to work in and spend time entertaining friends and family. The existing kitchen was, we are guessing, last updated in the early 80's. It was poorly designed, making the space chopped up and cramped with bulkheads over countertops, a huge bumpout for the wall oven and cooktop and an awkward peninsula in the middle of the space.
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Macinnis Construction, Indianapolis Kitchen Remodel
Macinnis Construction, Indianapolis Kitchen Remodel
Macinnis Construction, Indianapolis Kitchen Remodel
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Macinnis Construction, Indianapolis Kitchen Remodel
Macinnis Construction, Indianapolis Kitchen Remodel
Macinnis Construction, Indianapolis Kitchen Remodel
Macinnis Construction, Indianapolis Kitchen Remodel
By removing all those bulkheads and bumpouts we created a new, efficient and clean-lined layout. The long island in the middle is a great place to hang out and the surrounding cabinets give as much or more space than before. The homeowners' own addition of a huge vintage hutch and a rare 60"w commercial-style gas range are two great accents to this kitchen. We constructed the countertops from tractor trailer flooring material supplied by the homeowner. The removal of the old tile floor revealed an intact wide plank wood floor that refinished beautifully. A farm-house sink and vintage style lighting finished the elements of a kitchen suited to the historic nature of this house. All of these elements combine to make an impressive, unique space that reflects the very welcoming and creative nature of these customers.