With a wish list in hand and tradition at heart a Garden City couple looked to Douglas Kitchens to help breathe life back into their newly acquired colonial home.

"The home was built in 1926", recalls Helen Murray, CKD, "and hadn't undergone a renovation in over 60 years. Their main goal was to preserve the authentic style of the home while adding less conspicuous modern comfort and amenities." They also wanted the centrally located kitchen to flow effortlessly with the adjoining family room, butler's pantry and home office.

Cabinetry with an inset door style from Signature Custom Cabinetry was chosen for the kitchen to recreate the Traditional American look. White cabinets line the room's perimeter walls while a center cherry wood island offers both color and functionality. Zodiac countertops in Smokey Topaz combine granite quality beauty with the durability needed for a young family. Separate edge styles were used along the perimeter and island countertops for interest and distinction.

The focal point of the room is the magnificent 54" aged copper hood. The sink and range areas were also bumped out for emphasis and accentuated with legs. Cabinet uppers were stepped down in height to draw attention away from the high ceilings and pull the eye toward the focal points of the room. Original period detailing including aged copper hardware, aged copper faucets, egg and dart molding and bun feet were used through out the space to complete the look.

White cabinetry flows through to the home office where the look is a bit lighter. Thick teak wood Spekva countertops replaced the kitchens Zodiac tops and give the room a natural serenity. Lateral file hangers hidden in deep drawers and plenty of shelving keep this room easily organized. Apothecary drawers keep up the traditional look and the window seat adds an inviting touch. Egg and dart molding as well as copper hardware continued throughout this room to tie the look in with the style of the kitchen.

Finally the butler's pantry was furnished with cherry wood cabinets in a Victorian finish to give the space a more formal appearance. Tall, full glass uppers helped to open up the narrow space and allow the homeowner to showcase her stemware and china.