What Dreams Become

New Looks Take Old Kitchens Into the Future

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Indian Creek, Hailey

The Team

Red Door Design House of Bellevue, Marina Broschofsky; Brent Diehl Construction of Ketchum; Jay Cone Architecture of Hailey

The Challenge

Jeff and Kathleen Uberuaga had a rustic log home that needed refreshing. They also were very “green” conscious and used this awareness throughout the entire project. Though the whole house—which was wall-to-wall wood—experienced a change, the kitchen was redone rather than replaced. Storage was essential as the couple has three children. The family was living in New York during the remodel and returned to a beautifully updated home.

The Result

Cabinets were painted in pale green with low-VOC paints rather than replaced. On the fridge is a chalkboard for family lists. The wine rack in the island was concealed behind a door with a special sheeting product that resembles stone. The honed black granite for the countertops and backsplash was chosen to “ground” the rest of the large home and was one of the original design elements discussed. “The black also helped pull us away from the rustic qualities of this log home and move forward with a clean, new look,” says designer Marina Broschofsky.

Special Touches

Glass panels in the cabinet doors were replaced with a sustainable sheeting product made of 70 percent recycled, urea-formaldehyde-free wood fibers infused in acrylic creating a unique look like stone or concrete. Lighting was by Minka-Lavery and although most of the original appliances were preserved, the remainder came from Fisher Appliance of Ketchum. 

Deer Creek, Hailey

The Team

Lloyd Construction, Inc. of Ketchum, Troy Quesnel, David Lloyd, J.T. Smith; Susan Scovell, Architect

The Challenge

The kitchen was to be redone as part of the home’s renovation that was limited to four months.

Additional Challenges

Owner Stephanie Bourgette wanted to consider alternatives to popular granite so other options were sought. They selected Silestone® countertops due to their stain and scratch resistance.

The Result

The kitchen was made larger by cleverly insulating and heating an old mud room/cold entry to make it look built-in and by adding a pantry. A separate cabinet piece replaced the above-counter cabinets, increasing storage options and freeing up room for an island with space to dine.

Special Touches

Eschewing granite, Silestone® Quartz was selected in a mellow gold Capri Limestone color, which complemented the made-from-scratch pale cabinets in the surrounding preparation areas. The dark red cabinet piece was created from a photo Bourgette provided. Drawer pulls and bead board tie the kitchen and cabinetry together. Ketchum Lighting was the source for fixtures. The Kitchen-Aid refrigerator, Jenn-Air range and Bosch dishwasher all came from Ketchum’s Fisher Appliance.

Edelweiss Condominiums, Warm Springs

The Team

Warren and Company Interior Design of Ketchum, Nanci Warren ASID; Kendall Luff Construction; Tim’s Electric; Morgan’s Fine Finishes

The Challenge

To create a comfortable ski hangout for at least six people, with a European rustic feel from what essentially was a ski locker at the base of Warm Springs with two levels measuring 11 feet, 6 inches wide by 24 feet long. Started at the end of the summer season, the project was to be completed before the New York owners arrived with guests for their Christmas holiday.

Additional Challenges

All of the facilities extended from what would have to be a multi-purpose kitchen to accommodate all the clients’ needs. There had to be six custom lockers for clothing and accessories, a custom shower/bath area and laundry facility upstairs. Making plumbing changes and creating a functional overall space was a real challenge.

The Result

A perfect break place from skiing using a galley format and custom cabinetry. Kitchen storage cabinetry houses not only cookware, but also appliances, and can be closed off when not in use. A 42-inch plasma television hangs over the long countertop and leaves room for both eating and a computer area—a must. The two bar chairs, a 10-foot sofa and three upholstered ottomans round out the seating arrangements. The spiral stair leads to the upstairs bathroom with a rain showerhead in the bath, private lockers, laundry facility and place for wet items.

Special Touches

Also disguised off the kitchen is ski storage, boot-and hand-warming machines, multiple hooks for coats, and cubbies for helmets and gloves, all for six. Paint choices and color palette, as well as the granite countertop color, were chosen from a traditional rug on the main floor. The accent lighting is halogen 12-volt recessed cans. Track lighting is hidden on the distressed beams for general light, and under-cabinet for tasks. Appliances, including a Kitchen-Aid drawer refrigerator/icer/freezer, drawer dishwasher and a hidden microwave, came from Fisher Appliance of Ketchum. >>>