The heart of this Fairview, TX home remodel felt dark and chopped up.  The homeowners wanted a major kitchen overhaul and to take down the wall blocking off the dining room.  To create a more open feel, we demolished the wall between the kitchen and living area and created a new opening into the kitchen from dining space.  We took out the peninsula then added a wrap-around bar and large prep island.   We brightening up the space with a light color scheme and kept the traditional feel of this home with unique contrasting Capolavoro granite in leather finish.  Details like the vintage pantry door that was transformed into a pocket door and custom hand painted vent hood create a warm feel.  Our clients love how the space was brightened when we kept the skylight, enlarged the window over the sink and installed light Kraftmaid cabinets with cocoa glaze.  The cabinets were ordered with tons of organizing features to keep this kitchen uncluttered.  Stainless appliances and Blanco Silgranit sink with Kohler faucet take this kitchen to the next level.  New hardwood floors in the kitchen were placed and the rest of the space got a medium finish with hand scraping.  Open, light and bright, this 1975 home remodel was brought into today after our updated design and blending of traditional finishes.