The Let it Breathe Kitchen

The Let it Breathe Kitchen

The Let it Breathe Kitchen Renovation

LOCATION
Toronto, Ontario

SIZE
165 sq.ft.

Coastal Kitchen Revival

Once cluttered with mismatched storage furniture and bright blue paint, this kitchen lacked both function and harmony. Our clients, theatre industry professionals with a love for colour and a vision for a coastal-inspired space, wanted to prepare for retirement with a kitchen that would be beautiful, efficient, and uniquely theirs.

We were tasked with refreshing this small kitchen with a coastal palette of blue, white, and green. We needed to add functional storage, more usable counter space all while incorporating some existing design elements – the grey tile floors, glass block window, and antique Tiffany-style pendant.

Luxury kitchen with large walnut island
The kitchen was located in an addition at the back of the house and while it had no structural issues, nothing in the space was level. Creative cabinet moulding work (and a very skilled construction team) allowed us to make everything appear perfectly aligned.

Standout Features

  • Full bank of lower & upper cabinets replaced the mismatched storage furniture
  • Framed-in refrigerator creates. a more tailored look
  • Clever open shelving for cookbooks helps make a tricky corner more functional
  • The existing tile floor received a professional cleaning & grout recolouring for a new look
Linear party sink for kitchen island
Neutral kitchen with mushroom cabinets and luxury panel-ready appliances

Casey’s Favorite Detail:

 “I love the varying patterns on the painted backsplash tile, mixed with solid tiles it’s enough to add interest without being overwhelming.”

The Does it Come in Yellow Townhouse

The Does it Come in Yellow Townhouse

The Does it Come in Yellow? Townhouse

LOCATION
Mississauga, Ontario

When our client, a young professional and avid traveler, purchased her first home, she wanted more than builder-basic finishes. Having upgraded from a small condo to an open-concept townhouse, she dreamed of a home that felt personal, colourful, and a reflection of her love of travel, music, and bold design.

Kathleen Casey Design transformed the 800 sq. ft. space with vibrant touches of yellow (her favorite colour), layered textures, and custom details that made the home uniquely hers. From a cozy living and dining area with display space for travel souvenirs and vinyl records to a boldly wallpapered powder room and a primary bedroom retreat infused with teal and gold, the design reflects both her personality and lifestyle.

Dining area in an open-concept main floor
Small powder room with colourful wallpaper including various illustrated animals and plants
In the open-concept main floor is divided into a TV lounge area, a dining space and small kitchen. A cozy rug and custom sofa create a comfortable area for watching TV while the dining area has a compact table that expands for entertaining and wood sideboard doubling as a home bar.

In the kitchen received a fresh look with new pendant lights, brushed gold cabinet hardware and faucet, and cheerful yellow counter stools.

Throughout the space open shelves and display areas showcase our client’s treasured keepsakes and her record collection. In the nearby powder room we added bold navy wallpaper featuring peacocks, deer, and big cats for a dramatic first impression.

Living area in open-concept townhouse with large custom sectional and round glass coffee table
Townhouse kitchen with white cabinets, gold hardware and yellow counter stools

Upstairs in the primary bedroom we added all-new furnishings and decor to create a relaxing retreat that still reflected our client’s love of colour. Opposite the upholstered king bed and yellow velvet bench is a sunny seating area perfect for morning coffee. Layered window treatments add the flexibility of custom light control.

Townhouse kitchen with white cabinets, gold hardware and yellow counter stools
Large bed with upholstered headboard, wood nightstands, and velvet bench

The redesigned townhouse now feels cohesive across three levels, with a consistent aesthetic that balances bright whites, bold pops of colour, and playful patterns. The layout makes entertaining, working from home, and relaxing effortless, while every room reflects the client’s unique personality.

The Let’s Add Some Wow Kitchen

The Let’s Add Some Wow Kitchen

The Let’s Add Some Wow Kitchen

LOCATION
Pickering, Ontario

SIZE
350 sq.ft.

Transitional Luxury Kitchen Renovation

Our clients, a retired couple who enjoy travel and entertaining, wanted their primary residence to finally have the kitchen they had been dreaming about for years. Their existing kitchen wasn’t ideal – the layout placed the wall ovens on the opposite end from the cooktop, making cooking inefficient. The space also felt dark and heavy, with odd angles and ornate moldings that didn’t reflect their style. Our goal was to create a brighter, more open kitchen inspired by natural materials and improve the layout for more efficient cooking and entertaining.

Luxury kitchen with large walnut island

Stand Out Features

  • Walnut island and coordinating range hood, contrasted with painted perimeter cabinetry
  • Porcelain slab countertops and backsplash with warm, textured veining
  • Full-height display cabinet with reeded glass doors
  • A trough-style “party sink” perfect for chilling wine during gatherings
  • Polished nickel hardware & accents for a subtle sparkle
Linear party sink for kitchen island
Neutral kitchen with mushroom cabinets and luxury panel-ready appliances

Casey’s Favorite Detail:

“The cocoon pendant above the dining table. Its organic curves echo the project’s nature-inspired palette, and when illuminated, the resin shade glows like sunlight through fabric.”

The final kitchen is efficient, bright, and welcoming. By placing prep and cooking zones together and creating a distinct dining area, the layout now flows seamlessly. Removing most upper cabinets on the main wall opened the space visually, while layered lighting provides flexibility.