Open-Concept Kitchen Design Project
in Mar Vista, CA.
A Mar Vista kitchen design project planned around a more open connection to the surrounding living space, with 3D planning, custom cabinetry, integrated appliances, a large central island, and a coordinated design-build approach.
Opening the Kitchen,
Without Losing Definition.
This Mar Vista kitchen was designed around a more open relationship with the adjoining living space. Removing the load-bearing wall was a major part of the planning, requiring the layout and structural approach to be developed together.
The finished design centers on white shaker cabinetry, paneled appliances, a 12-foot blue island, and a herringbone backsplash. Those elements were coordinated through the design process so the kitchen feels open and connected while still maintaining a strong visual identity of its own.
A Clear Vision
Before Construction.
Before construction begins, a 3D model helps homeowners clearly understand how the new kitchen will look and function. For this project, the model was used to review the open-concept layout, island proportions, cabinet arrangement, appliance locations, lighting, backsplash, flooring, and finish combinations.
This step was especially important because the design involved removing the load-bearing wall and opening the kitchen to the surrounding living space. Instead of relying only on drawings and imagination, the homeowners could see how the major elements would work together before materials were ordered and construction began.
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The Details That
Defined the Kitchen.
Open-Concept Layout
Removing the load-bearing wall allowed the kitchen to connect more naturally with the surrounding living areas, improving circulation, visibility, and everyday flow.
Custom White Shaker Cabinetry
Custom white shaker cabinetry creates a clean, timeless perimeter while keeping the kitchen bright and providing a quieter backdrop for the stronger island color.
Paneled Appliances
Paneled refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher units were integrated into the cabinetry to create a more built-in and visually consistent appearance throughout the kitchen.
12-Foot Blue Island
The large blue shaker island became the centerpiece of the kitchen, providing substantial prep space, storage, seating, and a strong custom design statement.
Herringbone Backsplash
The herringbone backsplash introduces movement and texture while creating a visual connection between the white perimeter cabinetry and the blue island.
Design-Build Planning
Layout, structural planning, cabinetry, finish selections, permitting, and construction details were considered together from the beginning rather than as separate decisions.
Design and Construction
Planned Together.
This Mar Vista kitchen is a good example of why design and construction need to work together. Removing the load-bearing wall, planning the 12-foot island, integrating paneled appliances, and designing custom cabinetry all required coordination between layout planning, structural requirements, material selections, and construction.
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