When Gaelle Dudley (founder and creative director of GL Design) first met with her clients, they were only looking to refresh their kitchen space. “After walking through our kitchen vision and discussing a kitchen’s ROI, we collectively decided to expand their kitchen and take over the existing dining room,” Dudley explains, adding, “Bye-bye, wall!” Dudley enlisted builder Made by Slade to turn an unused formal living room into the new dining room and redesign the family room to allow for more seating. Now, the family room flows into the kitchen space for a great room that can accommodate the homeowners’ two children and large dogs. “By combining the two spaces, it allowed for the gorgeous kitchen they always dreamed of and created the heart of the home every past, present and future owner would want,” the designer says.
White quartz tops the 10-foot island, across from a Shaws fireclay sink; cabinetry is by John June Custom Cabinetry.
A GE Monogram stove through Aitoro is complemented by a custom stucco hood with white oak detail.
Lots of function is packed into the beachy aesthetic—like GE Monogram appliances, a five-in-one kitchen oven/microwave in the island, and a 36-inch farm sink. “By simply removing builder spec cabinetry, updating trim and adding beachy neutrals like bright white countertops, touches of white and a textured backsplash, we were able to achieve the perfect balance,” Dudley says. “It is our mission to translate that light and breezy vacation vibe into spaces like this kitchen. We pride ourselves on balancing a traditional home with an elevated coastal aesthetic.” Oversized Serena & Lily woven pendants and a bleached wood table extend the look to the dining area as well.
