Cape Cod Kitchen: Simply Just Right

This modestly sized, Cape Cod style home is gradually being transformed into a very personal home. Soon to be empty nesters, the owners are currently planning to increase the size of the house so that it will suit their needs well into the future. But for several years, they had tackled many of the early renovation tasks themselves. However, when it was time to do the kitchen, they chose YesterTec to help them. As they were thinking long term, they chose the Workstation concept because of the lasting quality and the movability of the pieces since at that time they had not developed final house plans.

The above image shows the existing 12 ft wide by 18 ft long kitchen. The exterior door is the entry door that is most used by everyone. This entry situation was another reason the owners chose the workstation concept. They felt that entering a room that was ‘furnished’ would be a better way to greet their guests than entering into a standard kitchen. The idea of concealing the major appliances as well as all the countertop clutter was imperative to achieve the look they desired.

After comparing designs from many kitchen suppliers including Home Depot and Lowes, they found YesterTec to be the most cost effective company that could meet their goals. Not only could the appliances be safely hidden in the patented U.L. Listed workstations, but the installation costs were far less than the other companies since the YesterTec products arrive on site in a more completed state than normal cabinetry.

The success of the design is due to its simplicity. Only three workstations were used, insuring an un-crowded appearance while providing plenty of storage and counter space due to the extra depth of the 30” deep workstations. With only three workstations, the existing radiators, 4 doors and 2 windows could remain in place and there would still be many places to add personality to the room with art work above, aside and within the furniture. The soft yellow painted wood floors and walls featuring light blue design accents function as the 'glue' that holds the entire ensemble together.

Another key feature of the design is the Working Pantry located behind bi-fold closet doors. This utilitarian work area conceals all the small appliances while providing a large usable countertop and plenty of storage for food and dishes.