Award-Winning Kitchen Expansion | Harrisburg, PA

This award-winning Harrisburg kitchen renovation transformed a relatively small existing kitchen into an expansive, highly functional space by reimagining how the home's available square footage could be used. The original kitchen occupied only about one-third of the footprint that ultimately became the new kitchen, creating an opportunity for a dramatic redesign.

By expanding beyond the original kitchen boundaries, I was able to create distinct zones for cooking, preparation, cleanup, storage, casual dining and entertaining while maintaining comfortable circulation throughout the much larger space. Multiple work surfaces and islands provide generous prep and gathering areas, while extensive cabinetry dramatically increases storage.

The design balances crisp painted cabinetry with warm wood tones, natural stone countertops and rich hardwood flooring. A custom window seat surrounded by cabinetry transforms the large window into both a comfortable gathering spot and additional storage, helping the expanded kitchen feel inviting rather than simply oversized.

Thoughtful appliance placement, specialized storage and carefully planned work zones allow the kitchen to function efficiently for everyday use while providing ample room for family and guests.

This kitchen received First Place in the Medium Kitchens category of the 2017 NKBA Susquehanna Valley Chapter Design Competition, recognizing the space planning, functionality and overall design of the completed renovation.

The finished kitchen demonstrates how reconsidering the boundaries of an existing room can completely change the way a home functions — creating a space that feels as though it was always meant to be there.