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A California Kitchen

After years of designing and renovating homes alongside some of the best in the industry, Emily Pueringer founded her eponymous design studio with a mission of bringing her own aesthetic to the world of interior design. Located in Minneapolis and the idyllic Marine on St.Croix, the studio happily serves clients across the region as well as nationally. The latter was definitely the case with this stunning remodel project located over 1900 miles away in Petaluma, California.

Emily got involved in the project when the new owners – a family of four, with two young sons – decided to remodel the property. The previous homeowners loved the traditional Tuscan country style, which meant the entire house was adorned with rich red, brown, and gold elements. The objective for the new owners was to create a lighter and brighter atmosphere while seamlessly blending the indoor and outdoor spaces. They aimed to capture the ‘California-cool’ vibe, which Emily describes as “combining functionality and comfort for easy living”. The family loves to host friends and family, to cook, and to spend time outside, making the most of the warm, west-coast climate. This meant the flow between inside and outside became a really important part of the project. With this in mind, they decided to seamlessly connect indoor and outdoor living areas by installing a LaCantina sliding door, which allows for a harmonious blend between the two spaces.

The simple Shaker cabinetry in this project is crafted from beautiful rift sawn White Oak, with some being left natural, some painted in cream or black. 

The cabinets have been finished with bright solid brass fixtures, which lend a timeless, elegant appeal, and are topped with cool Cambria Quartz work surfaces that are both durable and easy to maintain.

The durability factor was also one of the reasons Emily chose to install two Shaws fireclay sinks.

The first is a Shaws Shaker Single 600 with its large open bowl that really appealed to the family as it would make washing dishes and pots with long handles much easier. The apron front design also provides valuable additional space within the sink.

The second is a Shaws Inset 600, a more discreet sink that is undermounted to sit beneath the Cambria Quartz work surface. Brassware from the Perrin & Rowe Georgian collection, all in a living satin brass finish, complement the sinks perfectly.

“We aimed to deliver a Cali-cool vibe, incorporating high-end finishes throughout, and a colour palette of black, beige, cream, white, and gold, which we adhered to when selecting tiles, wallpaper, and textiles.”

“The materials and fixtures chosen for the project were deliberately selected for their impeccable reputation and long-standing history of quality and beauty. There is something truly remarkable about the touch and feel of these elements, as well as the way they operate and function seamlessly. Their exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail contribute to an overall sense of luxury and satisfaction,” says Emily.

Other notable features include a large and luxurious Lacanche range cooker, and hand-painted Tabarka tiles that add a hint of Mediterranean sophistication to the mix. These carefully selected elements create a touch of sophistication and quality in the home.

Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, this remarkable renovation was undertaken entirely through virtual means. Through those virtual consultations and collaboration, Emily was able to create detailed drawings and provide full-service support to bring the vision to life.

 

 

With thanks to Emily Pueringer Design Studio and Dana Hargitay Photography