Kitchens

The homeowners wanted to modernize their Cleveland Heights kitchen while preserving the classic character of their historic home. The existing layout was constrained by a secondary staircase and chimney, limiting both workspace and natural light. They also wanted better connections to the dining area and outdoor living spaces while improving the home’s functionality for everyday living. 

Hurst Design Build Remodel reimagined the kitchen by removing the rear staircase to the second floor and eliminating the chimney, allowing for a significantly larger and more functional kitchen footprint. A new sliding glass door and expanded window openings brought in more natural light and strengthened the connection to the backyard deck. Throughout the remodel, the team carefully balanced modern conveniences with design details that complement the home’s traditional architecture. 

• Custom KraftMaid cabinetry paired with Keeler cabinet hardware 

• Daltile quartz countertops with a coordinating backsplash 

• Blanco sink with Kohler plumbing fixtures 

• Large Simonton windows and a new sliding patio door that flood the kitchen with natural light and improve access to the outdoor living space 

• Under cabinet and in cabinet LED lighting for enhanced task lighting and display 

• Baird Brothers trim and molding with a Sherwin Williams color palette that complements the home’s historic architecture 

• Sonoma luxury vinyl flooring selected for durability and everyday performance 

• Updated appliance layout and thoughtfully designed storage to improve workflow and functionality 

The finished kitchen is brighter, more open, and far better suited for modern living while remaining true to the home’s historic Cleveland Heights character. By removing structural barriers and carefully integrating updated materials and finishes, Hurst created a kitchen that feels spacious, functional, and connected to both the surrounding living spaces and the outdoors.