CLARKE PLACE

Frederick, MD • Kitchen Redesign & Build

An Unforgettable Makeover For A Grand Victorian Lady

Like most Victorian homes, this one came with some less-than-ideal layout issues. Our clients wanted to take some of the compartmentalized and cramped downstairs rooms and turn them into a spectacular, open kitchen. They wanted a functional, fresh space that inspired great meals with family and friends—and they also wanted to maintain the historic character of this beloved 1895 home.

 The Tuscan Blue Design team tackled this design challenge with a lot of innovation and creativity. Taking some space from the dining room, the kitchen was made wider, allowing for an island. A light color palette opened up the space, giving it a much-needed breather from the traditionally dark Victorian kitchens. From there, a mix of modern and vintage elements tied together to create a functional space that still had a historic feel. The final renovation also included a butler’s pantry and sunroom, and is sure to be the favorite place for great meals, entertaining, and enjoying each other’s company.

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“We contacted Meredith at Tuscan Blue Design after wrestling with how to update and open up the kitchen, breakfast room, and butler’s pantry in our 1895 Queen Anne home. Meredith immediately came in with fresh ideas that solved the difficulties we had encountered. We are thrilled with the space and must credit Meredith throughout, as she helped us finalize the floor plan, and select all the elements of the kitchen cabinets and tile. She understood our interest in paying homage to the home. The furnishings she recommended finished the space beautifully. As the project moved on, we enlisted Meredith’s help in updating two bathrooms and freshening the furnishings in our living areas. She was very responsive to our desires to work with some existing pieces and clearly enjoys the challenge.The overall result reflects our eclectic taste for a comfortable living space that feels very welcoming to our guests.” - S.Smith

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