Westfield
Westfield Custom Colonial
Comprehensive interior build-out of a classic Westfield colonial residence. This high-end renovation features designer kitchen with custom cabinetry, professional-grade appliances, and premium finishes throughout, showcasing our expertise in luxury residential construction.
Project Manager
Anne
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Type
Residential
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Project Overview
This comprehensive interior buildout of a classic Westfield colonial residence represents the highest level of luxury residential renovation in Union County, New Jersey. The project centered on a complete kitchen transformation with designer finishes, custom cabinetry, and professional-grade appliances, while maintaining the home's traditional architectural character.
Located in one of New Jersey's most desirable communities, Westfield demands exceptional craftsmanship and design sensibility. This renovation balanced modern functionality with timeless elegance—creating a chef's kitchen with custom details that honor the home's colonial architecture while incorporating contemporary conveniences.
Our approach to this high-end renovation showcased our interior buildout expertise: custom millwork fabrication, precision tile installation, integration of professional appliances, and coordination of all trades to deliver a flawless finished product. The result is a kitchen that serves as the heart of the home for this Westfield family.
The Challenge
Maintaining Character While Modernizing Function
The existing kitchen in this 1920s Westfield colonial was dated and lacked the functionality modern families require. The challenge: completely transform the space with contemporary amenities while respecting the home's architectural heritage and maintaining livability during construction. Space constraints, hidden structural issues, and the need to integrate modern appliances into a traditional aesthetic added complexity.
The Solution
Custom Design-Build Approach with Period Details
We developed a design that honored the colonial style through traditional cabinet profiles, crown molding details, and classic color palette—while incorporating modern conveniences like soft-close drawers, integrated appliances, and task lighting. Custom millwork was fabricated to exact specifications, and we phased construction to allow the family to maintain some kitchen access. Structural modifications were made to open sightlines while preserving load-bearing elements. The result: a kitchen that looks original to the home but functions for modern living.
Construction Timeline
Planning & Design
2 weeksSpace planning, cabinet design with 3D renderings, material selections, appliance specifications, and permit applications with Westfield building department.
Demolition & Structural
1 weekCareful demolition preserving salvageable elements, structural modifications for open concept, updated electrical and plumbing rough-in.
Custom Millwork & Cabinetry
2 weeksInstallation of custom-built cabinets with soft-close hardware, crown molding, under-cabinet lighting, and built-in pantry systems.
Countertops & Backsplash
1 weekTemplating and installation of quartz countertops, custom tile backsplash with decorative accents, and precision cuts for sink and cooktop.
Finishing & Details
1 weekAppliance installation, fixtures and hardware, paint and trim, final electrical and lighting, and thorough cleaning.
Key Features & Highlights
Custom Cabinetry with Traditional Details
Hand-crafted cabinets with raised panel doors, soft-close hinges and drawers, custom crown molding, decorative corbels, and integrated panel-ready appliances maintaining clean sightlines.
Professional-Grade Appliances
48-inch dual-fuel range with 6 burners and griddle, 42-inch built-in refrigerator, quiet dishwasher, microwave drawer, and wine refrigerator—all integrated into cabinetry.
Oversized Island with Seating
Custom island measuring 8 feet with quartz waterfall edge, seating for 6, integrated storage with pull-out drawers, and prep sink with pot filler.
Designer Lighting Package
Layered lighting design including recessed LED ceiling lights, under-cabinet task lighting, pendant lights over island, and toe-kick lighting for nighttime navigation.
Custom Tile Backsplash
Floor-to-ceiling tile backsplash with subway tile field, decorative border at range area, and precision grouting creating a focal point in the space.
Materials & Systems
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