The primary goal of this Mount Vernon kitchen remodel was to take the original closed-kitchen layout and turn it into an updated, stylish, and functional open-layout space where the homeowner could host guests and feel connected to the rest of the house.
Before the remodel | Photographs by Damian Vines
The new design removed the L-shaped dividing wall, opening the floor plan to enhance the kitchen and living spaces. To achieve this, a 20-foot beam was installed, supported by new posts and footings. Rather than covering the beam with drywall, the team chose to highlight it by making one side an exposed steel “flitch plate” and wrapping the other side in oiled walnut to match the new cabinets. This detail complements the finishes and celebrates the structure.
The kitchen was completely reimagined, with Luxor European-style cabinets, granite countertops, hexagonal black tiles with white grout for the backsplash, and new oak flooring by Woodura for warmth. A large, nine-foot island serves as a communal hub, while updated lighting and stainless-steel appliances give the space a contemporary yet inviting feel.
Photograph by Damian Vines
Additional details include a custom walnut handrail, adding mid-century character to the entryway staircase, and two fully remodeled bathrooms. In the bathrooms, white subway tile contrasts with contemporary black hardware, and the hex tile motif is repeated on the shower and bathroom floors. New vanities, fixtures, and lighting provide a much-needed update to this charming mid-century home.
Photographs by Damian Vines
PROJECT DETAILS
Design and Layout: True Bearing Built
Photography: Damian Vines
Location: Mount Vernon
