Kitchen Design Trends: Reclaimed Wood

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Kitchen Design Trends: Reclaimed Wood

June 27, 2012

Over the past couple of years, we have been seeing the use of reclaimed or “rugged” wood introduced into kitchens designs. Usually these take the form of tables for islands, beams and other architectural elements, or smaller furniture pieces rather than the cabinetry as a whole.

As you can see, sleek cabinetry and contemporary hardware and tile can be combined with worn, lived-in wood pieces and chunky countertops to strike a very interesting balance.

You can even being in this aesthetic with accessories. This planter was crafted here in Portland OR for one of our clients. Visit http://www.adbusch.com/ for more details.

erin.davis

I am the lead designer at Mosaik Design & Remodeling. I live in Portland with my husband and young son. I enjoy the Pacific Northwest lifestyle of camping, hiking, gardening and organic gourmet cooking. Most of my design inspiration comes from nature and from thought leaders in a variety of design professions.

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During our simple kitchen update with Mosaik Design & Remodeling, demolition of our cabinets revealed a defect in previously installed slab granite. We were faced with a problem and Mosaik designers creatively solved it.

Their new plan opened our existing space, improved our Columbia River view, and provided a highly efficient, spacious and carefully thought out kitchen in our home. Thanks to a detail-oriented project manager and his team of highly skilled sub-contractors, the work was done perfectly. Excellent communication with us and strictly adhering to the project schedule allowed completion on the date promised.

We have nothing but praise for Mosaik Design & Remodeling. They were a joy to partner with and we absolutely love how they transformed our main living area. That flawed piece of granite? It turned out to be a blessing in disguise!

- Lisa and Doug Ruecker, Vancouver, WA
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What's Happening

basement before remodel Basement Remodel by Mosaik Design and Fig Studio

How often these days we hear the buzz words, reduce your footprint.

It’s a term that refers to sustainable living; a hot topic here in Portland, where many people are committed to taking up less space, not more. An increasingly popular remodeling idea, many homeowners are excited to learn they can capture unused spaces – basements, attics, garages and ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) to increase sq footage and add character and functionality to a home.

We were honored to be invited to participate in Portland’s annual Tour of Remodeled Homes, which included a total of 14 homes around the city and a wonderful variety of remodeling projects. For our showcase project, we transformed a dingy basement to increase living space… without actually adding on. The basement – 1700 sq. feet of unused and virtually forgotten space – was a diamond in the rough just waiting to be re-purposed!

More than 200 people dropped by our Tour home to see how we transformed the narrow, maze-like basement (empty for 16 years) into a bright, fun and practical living space. This re-purposed space increased the value of the home and, even more importantly, provides a wonderful area for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying family and friends.

Click to see a short recap of the show, including a video glimpse of our basement transformation (near the end of the short, 2 minute clip) – you won’t believe your eyes! Check it out and be inspired! 2013 Tour of Remodeled Homes – Transforming Basement Space

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