Traditional Reimagined

This traditional home in Westchester County NY has wonderful warm features such as a stone fireplace, high ceilings and beautiful moulding. We expanded the home keeping in mind the integrity of the original, adding needed space and sophisticated updates that will stand the test of time. The new white galley kitchen with custom cabinetry brings in plenty of light and offers fabulous storage. Multiple prep areas allow the family to cook together, and a built-in banquette provides a lively dining space. Sliding glass doors connect kitchen area to the fabulous patio, which is suited to stylish outdoor entertaining.

On the second floor, a spacious master bath features a stand alone bath set in a quiet alcove, a large double vanity, and a shower with generous bench seating: a welcome respite from the world.

Here is a view looking down the galley to the patio doors at the end.

Here is a view looking down the galley to the patio doors at the end.

To the left is the gas stove with plenty of working space and storage at hand. The vent cover matches the cabinetry for a unified look.

To the left is the gas stove with plenty of working space and storage at hand. The vent cover matches the cabinetry for a unified look.

Across from the stove is the built-in refrigerator which blends seamlessly into the cabinetry. The grey marble top and white shaker make for a timeless yet still contemporary look.

Across from the stove is the built-in refrigerator which blends seamlessly into the cabinetry. The grey marble top and white shaker make for a timeless yet still contemporary look.

Here we see the distinct bar area, the under-counter microwave as well as the generous sink prep area.

Here we see the distinct bar area, the under-counter microwave as well as the generous sink prep area.

The floor to ceiling pantry wall in a simple shaker style provides much needed storage.

The floor to ceiling pantry wall in a simple shaker style provides much needed storage.

The banquette area opposite the bar provides a laid back place for family and guests to mingle.

The banquette area opposite the bar provides a laid back place for family and guests to mingle.

The striping from the window trim elsewhere in the kitchen is carried over to the banquet, helping provide a sense of consistency to the space. Above the banquet we see the vent for the high efficiency heating/cooling system.

The striping from the window trim elsewhere in the kitchen is carried over to the banquet, helping provide a sense of consistency to the space. Above the banquet we see the vent for the high efficiency heating/cooling system.

The banquette base is done in a white shaker style consistent with the rest of the kitchen, while striped seating adds a punch of color: a great family space for dining, playing cards, or just having a simple chat.

The banquette base is done in a white shaker style consistent with the rest of the kitchen, while striped seating adds a punch of color: a great family space for dining, playing cards, or just having a simple chat.

A butcher block top at a lower height provides an area for cutting or baking prep. The luxurious marble counter provides additional prep space. Glass windows in the cabinet help maintain the light feel of this space in which is opposite the pantry

A butcher block top at a lower height provides an area for cutting or baking prep. The luxurious marble counter provides additional prep space. Glass windows in the cabinet help maintain the light feel of this space in which is opposite the pantry walls.

The addition allowed for an upstairs master bath. The vanity with open shelving brings a contemporary edge while the fixtures and classic marble and white combo are a nod to the traditional.

The addition allowed for an upstairs master bath. The vanity with open shelving brings a contemporary edge while the fixtures and classic marble and white combo are a nod to the traditional.

The alcove features a deep and luxurious soaking tub. The windows allow natural light to flood the space, while the glass light adds an elegant touch.

The alcove features a deep and luxurious soaking tub. The windows allow natural light to flood the space, while the glass light adds an elegant touch.

Opposite the bath is the double vanity and storage cabinet which have the feel of freestanding furniture.

Opposite the bath is the double vanity and storage cabinet which have the feel of freestanding furniture.

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The shower has a generous bench, built in niches, and a handheld as well as fixed shower head. The tile is a shimmering blue with green touches, evocative of the sea.

The shower has a generous bench, built in niches, and a handheld as well as fixed shower head. The tile is a shimmering blue with green touches, evocative of the sea.

Another look at the tile, bench and niches.

Another look at the tile, bench and niches.

The hall bath was also remodeled. The sea-faring theme continues with the magnificent window as well as the sea-foam colored walls and grey cabinetry.

The hall bath was also remodeled. The sea-faring theme continues with the magnificent window as well as the sea-foam colored walls and grey cabinetry.

A well designed double vanity offers a range of storage options. As in the master, it has the feel of a freestanding piece of furniture and blends classic lines wit a contemporary grey color.

A well designed double vanity offers a range of storage options. As in the master, it has the feel of a freestanding piece of furniture and blends classic lines wit a contemporary grey color.

A detail of the shower which in a nod to the traditional has the shower heads mounted to an external bar. The exquisite tile work is another feature of this bath.

A detail of the shower which in a nod to the traditional has the shower heads mounted to an external bar. The exquisite tile work is another feature of this bath.

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This exterior view shows the extension off the back of the house.

This exterior view shows the extension off the back of the house.