Designer Chris Miller explains the process of designing an expanded kitchen, to accommodate multiple cooks, that can be more functional and versatile than the original.
Recessed can placement and under-cabinet lighting can make or break a high-end kitchen remodel. Chris breaks down the essential lighting layers and spacing rules needed to eliminate harsh shadows and create a functional, beautifully lit space.
Large kitchen islands should look like tailored architectural features rather than basic cabinet boxes. Chris showcases how integrating carved legs, radiused countertop edges, and matching fireplace mantle details creates visual continuity across an open floor plan.
Tight 30-inch aisles make working in a kitchen frustrating and cramped. Chris breaks down the exact floor plan math—factoring in counter-depth appliances, aisle clearances, and island depths—needed to execute a seamless 16-foot kitchen expansion.
If you want natural stone without the high-gloss shine, honed granite offers a rich, tactile satin finish. Chris explains the performance benefits of honed surfaces and how custom ogee edge profiles elevate overall countertop design.
Pull-out shelves behind cabinet doors create unnecessary two-step friction in daily kitchen workflow. Chris demonstrates why deep, full-extension drawer bases offer superior ergonomics, instant access, and better long-term storage efficiency.
Flat items like baking sheets, serving trays, and extra oven racks easily get lost when stacked horizontally. Chris shows how converting the cabinet space above a wall oven with adjustable vertical dividers keeps your cooking gear organized and within easy reach.
Cluttered countertops ruin the clean sightlines of a custom kitchen. Chris demonstrates an integrated counter-height appliance garage design that keeps bulky mixers and blenders completely hidden yet effortlessly accessible.
