In order to give her East Hampton clients more room to entertain, designer Maureen McDermott embarked on a gut-renovation of their home, during which she opened up the kitchen to the main living space.
“So sleek and sharp,” enthuses judge Jesse Carrier, while judge Andrew Kotchen adds that “the choice of colors and materials results in a tailored and compositionally rich design.”
For the design of a Sagaponack kitchen, the architects were inspired by poolside concession stands, incorporating a large sliding window through which a Carrara marble countertop extends. Appliances are thoughtfully concealed behind sleek cabinetry, and the mirrored range hood reflects the water views. “The simplicity of this kitchen allows you to enjoy the outdoors,” remarks judge Brett Beldock, while Kotchen notes that the room is “seamlessly integrated into the home’s architecture.”
Designer Tom Vitale’s goal for this East Hampton kitchen—which features Italian-made cabinetry, white oak flooring, and a geometric backsplash sheathed in Ann Sacks tile—was to “honor a traditional village farmhouse aesthetic while striking a balance that is both classic and decidedly modern.” Judge Roger Ferris describes the mix as a “clever juxtaposition of materials appropriate to the farmhouse vernacular.”
