Del Cerro Kitchen Gets a Full Open-Concept Overhaul

This Del Cerro home had a kitchen that was stuck in the 90s - closed off from the rest of the house, choppy layout, limited counter space, and a footprint that just didn't work for the way the family actually lived. Good bones, but the space wasn't doing anyone any favors. That's exactly the kind of challenge we love to dig into.

The biggest move here was structural. We opened up the wall separating the kitchen from the living area, which meant installing new footings, posts, and a structural beam to carry the load properly. That's not a small job - it takes careful planning and the right sequencing to pull off cleanly. But the payoff is huge. The entire main floor feels connected now, and the kitchen finally has the breathing room it always needed.

For the cabinetry, we went with Diamond Cabinets - real wood construction, solid joinery, and a clean shaker profile that works with just about any finish direction. The gold hardware ties in perfectly with the brass sconce lighting flanking the new windows, and the glass-front upper cabinets with interior lighting add just enough character without going over the top. The natural wood floating shelves give the space some warmth against all that crisp white. It's a well-balanced mix of finishes that doesn't feel forced.

The quartz countertops run throughout and give the whole kitchen a clean, consistent look - from the island seating area all the way to the perimeter runs. The subway tile backsplash keeps things grounded without competing with everything else going on. New windows were also installed to pull in more natural light, and we completed a custom outdoor shower for the pool area as part of the broader scope of work for these returning clients.

What we ended up with is a kitchen that actually functions - great flow, serious storage, and a layout built for both daily life and entertaining. This is what a well-executed kitchen remodeling project looks like when every decision is made with intention.