Kitchen, Bathroom, and Piano Room in Brookfield

When a family in the Brookfield neighborhood reached out through a referral, they were looking to transform their home into a space that felt bright, connected, and functional, supporting both everyday life and effortless entertaining. What began as a dark, segmented floor plan from an old era has now become a warm, open retreat filled with natural light, thoughtful craftsmanship, and timeless design. Silver Oak Remodel is thrilled to give you the grand tour, complete with behind-the-scenes details and our favorite personalized touches.

Project Details at a Glance

• Location: Brookfield
  
  
• Project Cost: $200,000
  
  
• Construction Timeline: August → December

• Spaces Included:
  
  
  • Kitchen
    
    
  • Walk-in pantry
    
    
  • Mudroom
    
    
  • Powder room
    
    
  • Piano room
    
    
  • Living areas

The Homeowners’ Goals & Challenges

A Dark, Closed-Off Kitchen

Before the remodel, the kitchen was visually and physically cut off from the family room and sunroom. Natural light was limited, and the household found it difficult to interact while moving between rooms.

Limited Storage & Inefficient Layout

A small pantry and an underutilized desk area offered little value. The entry off the garage, one of the busiest points of the home, felt cramped and provided no meaningful organization.

The Vision: Light, Connection & Cohesive Design

The clients hoped for an open layout that encouraged visibility, improved daily function, and made entertaining more enjoyable. They wanted fresh, timeless finishes and a natural palette that felt elevated but livable.

Design Direction & Aesthetic

Timeless Elegance with Modern Functionality

From the beginning, the design direction centered on clean lines, warm textures, and simplicity executed beautifully.

A Warm, Natural Palette

• White perimeter cabinetry
  
  
• Warm, furniture-style wood pieces
  
  
• Brass hardware and fixtures
  
  
• Veined porcelain slabs
  
  
• Light hardwood flooring

This created a cohesive flow from room to room, making the entire home feel brighter.

Craftsmanship at the Forefront

One of the defining characteristics of the Brookfield Remodel is the level of craftsmanship woven into every room. Each piece of custom cabinetry feels more like fine furniture than built-in storage: warm wood tones, intentional proportions, and meticulously crafted door profiles create a sense of permanence and elegance. 

Layered lighting plays an equally important role in elevating the design. Instead of relying on a single light source, we thoughtfully combined architectural lighting, decorative fixtures, and task illumination to create depth and warmth throughout the home. Visual Comfort pendants, directional lights, and brass sconces work together to sculpt each space, highlighting textures, brightening work zones, and creating a soft, inviting atmosphere in the evenings.

Architectural details add the finishing touch. Clean trim lines, intentional wall openings, and subtle millwork moments (like the board-and-batten in the mudroom) give each room structure and character without feeling fussy.

The Kitchen Transformation

Opening Up the Heart of the Home

The most dramatic change came from removing the dividing wall between the kitchen and family room. Enlarged pass-through openings toward the sunroom let natural light spread across all three spaces.

Statement Finishes & High-End Materials

• Cabinetry: M.W. Young Co., Inc.
  
  
• Countertops & Backsplash: Bedrosians Magnifica Porcelain Slab
  
  
• Hardware: Top Knobs Cranford Pulls & Brookline Knobs
  
  
• Lighting: Visual Comfort pendants + directional lighting
  
  
• Sink: Rohl Shaws 33" Fireclay
  
  
• Bar Faucet: Newport Brass Astor

Appliances That Perform & Impress

• Sub-Zero 42" Classic French Door Refrigerator
  
  
• AGA 48" Elise Dual Fuel Range
  
  
• Cove 24" panel-ready dishwasher
  
  
• Wolf microwave drawer

A Waterfall Peninsula That Anchors the Room

Warm wood cabinetry supports a striking porcelain slab waterfall edge, giving the kitchen a sculptural centerpiece and generous prep space.

The Range Wall Focal Point

A custom hood sits above a luxurious AGA range, framed by a full-height porcelain slab backsplash and elegant brass pot filler for a classic but stylish statement.

Walk-In Pantry Upgrade

From Desk Nook to Dream Pantry

By removing the former kitchen desk area, we expanded the pantry footprint significantly, creating a highly functional walk-in pantry. This hidden but beautiful extension supports serious organization and preserves the kitchen’s uncluttered aesthetic for entertaining. 

Smart Storage That Supports Daily Life

Inside the pantry:

• Deep shelving painted in a dramatic dark tone
  
  
• Dedicated small appliance zones
  
  
• Generous room for dry goods
  
  
• Pocket doors that hide the space when hosting

Custom Cabinetry Throughout the Home

Furniture-Style Hutch

A stunning wood hutch with glass-front uppers provides display and storage for dishware and serving pieces with a charming, vintage-inspired look.

Full-Height Storage Wall

In an adjacent area, floor-to-ceiling cabinetry adds incredible organization, a discreet, beautiful solution for seasonal items, linens, and more.

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Mudroom Transformation

Reclaiming Space for Real Life

We removed the cramped powder room and closet at the garage entrance to create a spacious, hardworking mudroom.

A Welcoming Drop Zone

Features include:

• Built-in bench with custom cushion
  
  
• Open cubbies for baskets
  
  
• Brass hooks for coats and bags
  
  
• Board-and-batten wall treatment
  
  
• Soft, warm lighting from brass sconces

Designed for Families

With ample storage for backpacks, shoes, and sports gear, this mudroom is now a functional space the family relies on daily.

Statement Powder Room

A Dramatic Jewel Box for Guests

Small bathrooms are the perfect canvas for bold design. This powder room embraces:

• Deep navy walls
  
  
• Brass fixtures
  
  
• Elegant console sink
  
  
• Sculptural lighting
  
  
• Large abstract art

It’s sophisticated, moody, and memorable, providing a playful moment to refresh, or a show-stopping surprise for company.  

Living Spaces & Piano Room Enhancements

Light-Filled Rooms for Connection

The living spaces now feel cohesive and relaxed, with warm neutrals and tactile textures that complement the kitchen’s design language.

Limestone Fireplace with Clean Lines

The new fireplace surround adds quiet elegance and ties together the larger living area.

Custom Cabinetry in the Piano Room

Matching warm wood tones continue here, creating unity across the home.

Engineering & Build Challenges

Creating a Floating, Continuous Pass-Through Countertop

The biggest challenge, and one of the most striking results, was engineering a continuous porcelain countertop that expands through two pass-through openings.

With no visible supports, the slab appears to float effortlessly.

How We Solved It

Our team worked collaboratively with engineers to design concealed bracing that maintained the slab’s structural integrity while preserving clean, architectural lines.

Ready to Transform Your Atlanta Home? Let’s Bring Your Vision to Life.

Whether you're dreaming of a brighter kitchen, a more functional mudroom, or a complete home transformation like the Brookfield Remodel, our team is here to guide you from first ideas to final finishes. 

Ready to start planning your project? Reach out today to schedule your consultation, we’d love to help you create a home that feels just as beautifully tailored to the way you live.