Craftsman Kitchen Renovation challenge

The challenge: how to update a 1926 kitchen in a foursquare craftsman inn in Ogunquit village. I needed a  better workspace and a remodeled kitchen. The challenges were: design, concept, flow, and a user-friendly workspace that can accommodate the demands of a busy Bed & Breakfast.

BEFORE

I wanted a timeless kitchen that reflected the spirit of the house. I contacted Jerry DeHart of Coastal General Construction I’ve known Jerry from being the owner of Scotch Hill Inn and having a successful construction company in Ogunquit. I wanted someone who knew the spirit of my house (craftsman) and had a clear understanding of what my needs were.

AFTER

My partner, Mike said “you really only remodel a kitchen once in your life, so lets do it right.” We had an architect come up with plans, and then met with Jerry on construction. Jerry took care of all permits, and getting all sub-contractors. Jerry’s crew consisted of tradesman and well trained craftsmen.

 Jerry’s craftsman used “quarter sawn” oak and hand built, some cupboards, mudroom, and pantry. All light fixtures, counters and cupboards were craftsman inspired. All fixtures and other items came from other artisans. We purposely did not use any "big box" types of stores.

My sink is a single block of soapstone. Counters are also soapstone. There is a workspace, a breakfast counter that we use, a mudroom with shoe cupboards, and a bench that doubles as a recycling hide-away. While the kitchen was gutted, insulation was blown-in, new heaters were installed and electrical panel was enhanced.

I wanted a timeless kitchen that reflected the spirit of the house. My renovation concept was achieved and Ogunquit Beach Inn has a user friendly kitchen!

Open for the Season!

The new entry way signals the opening of Ogunquit Beach Inn. This is our 14th season and we are open for the season.

We decided to have a new craftsman styled door installed. The door is solid mahogany, and features beveled glass.  Jerry Dehart of Coastal General Construction installed and finished the new door. The new entry way is perfect example of craftsman design, which is in concert with the spirit of the house.
The vacancy sign is up. The rooms are ready, and banana bread is in the oven! here we go year 14.....