Before
The kitchen felt cut off from the rest of the home, with limited sightlines and an outdated flow between main living spaces.
Kitchen · Tri-Cities, WA
Closed Kitchen Gets an Open Concept
A closed tri-level kitchen was opened into a more connected gathering space with better storage and clearer views outside.
The Plan
Using structural engineering, we removed the center wall and redesigned the room with island seating, more counter space, and durable flooring.
After
Natural light now moves through the space more freely, and the new layout works well for both daily life and entertaining.
Project Details
- Center wall removed without a visible beam
- Island-centered layout with improved prep surfaces
- Wood-look porcelain flooring through adjacent spaces
- Integrated pantry-style storage solutions
The Space Before
Langdon and Jamie started the design process, visiting the showroom and sharing with us their long-awaited plans to redo the main level of their 1959 tri-level home. We learned that they both were nearing retirement from science and engineering careers and were looking forward to spending time in their home after they retired. There are orchards and vineyards on the property that they farm. The couple wanted to capture views of the land from the kitchen, dining and living room, open concept space, they hoped could be achieved by removing a sightline blocking wall that was between the kitchen and living and dining rooms. It is a working farm so the design needed to be practical and have durable easy-care flooring and finishes. Transitional styling and more modern and updated layout will accommodate family and friend gatherings along with daily meal preparation.
Design Plans
The Finished Space
