When starting a project, our design team never really knows what to expect. The client expresses their vision and needs, and we hear exactly what they want, then survey the space to find some aspects of the design process that are out of our control. That is where custom millwork comes into play.
For this particular project, the client’s existing pantry was crammed into a small area of an executive collaboration lounge, making it difficult for employees to utilize.
Our team listened to the client’s concerns in the space, and due to building elements and constrictions, the only way to achieve their ideal space was by creating a custom millwork piece. Once it was designed and approved by the client, a custom cabinet maker was sourced to build custom cabinetry that would fit perfectly in this modest space.
Demolishing walls to open up the space exposed a building column. The need to embrace the structure as part of the design became evident. The column was painted a matte black to highlight it instead of fighting the architecture.
In the end, by partnering with a design firm like HF Planners, LLC, the client’s vision came to life through the creativity and ingenuity of our expert team. With the constricting walls down, the custom millwork piece is exposed, which helps open up this section of the collaborative lounge, and the overhead LED lighting brightens up the millwork. As a result, the client can now use their new and improved kitchenette with ease.
