With back to school season on the horizon, the one thing we are short on is time. So, make sure your space works well for you to be most efficient during the school year. Spaces should have specific purposes and some should even serve double duty.
1- Homework Central: Large Island
What’s trending? Large islands. Yes, they look cool but they are also extremely functional. While mom prepares snacks, preps dinner or packs tomorrow’s lunches the minis can sit at the counter and pound away at their math and science homework.
Pictured here: Our Highland Park kitchen complete with a quartzite island, waterfall edge and glass custom cabinetry from the Dresner Design Private Label Collection- all seamless with fully integrated appliances.
2- Within View: Breakfast Nook
Having a place that serves double duty is key and in this Riverwoods kitchen, we created an informal breakfast nook which also functions as a homework station. Mom & Dad can be within view as they do food prep.
Pictured here: Our all-white Riverwoods Kitchen featuring white traditional custom cabinetry from the Dresner Design Private Label Collection and Silestone countertops.
3- Grab & Go: Beverage Center
Under-counter beverage center, perfect for grab and go items- juice boxes and snacks at a reachable height for the peanuts.
Pictured here: Our Michiana house featuring Silestone countertops and Stosa cabinetry.
4- Adults Only: Bedroom Coffee Bar
Mom and Dad deserve to have their own space. This coffee bar and beverage center located in the master bedroom of this Wicker Park Victorian is perfect for early mornings and nightcaps after a hard day.
Pictured here: Our dark espresso custom cabinetry from the Dresner Design Private Label Collection in our Wicker Park Victorian master suite.
5- A Place for Everything: Mudroom
The mudroom is a catch-all and a perfect accouterment to this Highland Park kitchen. It includes ample storage for shoes, backpacks, and coats. Now there is no excuse for a mess.
Pictured here: Our Highland Park mudroom featuring a combination of dark espresso and white cabinetry from Stosa.
All photos by Jim Tschetter.
