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Light fixtures serve as eye candy

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Windows show off spectacular view
A wall of windows in this kitchen takes advantage of the spectacular view afforded by the Tampa Bay.

Windows show off spectacular view

When Dr. Steven and Dr. Julia Gross decided to remodel their kitchen, the view was always a big part of the design. They hired George Gobes of Park Avenue Designs, who lives in the building, to help them bring a modern touch to the cooking area.

Contemporary furniture helps to set the tone in this kitchen

Working within the confines of the high-rise prevented the Grosses from expanding the kitchen, so they decided to remove a wall separating the original kitchen and small office in order to create one large culinary area.

Kitchen island houses a plethora of conveniences

Unfortunately, the wall housed a vent pipe that could not be removed. To diffuse the situation, Gobes devised a light-hanging façade to incorporate the pipe into the new kitchen.

Kitchen lighting fixture hides a secret

Two crystal pendants now serve as a functional, yet eye-catching element in the center of the oversized island.

Kitchen island serves as natural gathering space

“Designing around something that you can’t change sometimes requires a bit more effort, which is what makes my job so interesting,” says Gobes. “The end result looks pretty cool and it also gave us a place to mount light switches and outlets.”

Dark oak cabinets add a touch of drama

The red oak cabinetry features a dark wenge stain, which serves as a nice complement to the lighter wood floor and granite countertops.

Kitchen sink comes with a stunning view

Sleek stainless steel appliances and chrome cabinet hardware complete the modern design. “This kitchen definitely went into a new direction for us, coming from more of a traditional or transitional home,” says Julia. “But we love it. We wanted to create a space that feels like home to us, and this kitchen accomplishes our goal.”

Article by Christina Kleiner



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