Designing an award-winning kitchen requires a balanced blend of function, innovation, and timeless style. At the heart of Modern Farmhouse 2.0, Mark Weiss masterfully reimagines the kitchen as the center of home life. Cooking, entertaining, and everyday living converge in one luxury space.
A Layout Designed for Living
The kitchen’s square footprint is arranged to optimize for both efficiency and style. A standout feature is the 360-degree, furniture-style center armoire which anchors the space. Crafted from white oak cabinetry in a dead-flat finish, this structure provides a smooth transition to the back kitchen, offering ample storage while framing the wine displays at each end.
“Each new project allows us to raise the design bar in our pursuit to create even-better homes for each of our valued clients. Together we achieve results previously not thought possible.”
– Mark Weiss, Founder of DesignHOME Studios
Textures & Tones
The selection of materials is what modernizes the kitchen’s farmhouse aesthetic. A striking zinc range hood in a darkened patina matte finish contrasts the 48” Wolf gas range, while the granite backsplash and countertops create depth and make for easy cleaning. Honey Bronze hardware from Top Knobs adds a warm metallic touch.
The Island
The island is a fully functional centerpiece. Equipped with a Wolf Transitional Microwave Drawer, a custom-paneled Cove dishwasher, and a Kohler Prolific sink, it creates effortless workflow. Historically, American farmhouse kitchens could isolate the cook. We skirted that possibility completely by designing an island & layout that encourages conversation. Adjacent to it, a seamless wall of cabinetry discreetly integrates a Sub-Zero 36” Integrated Refrigerator and Freezer columns, maintaining a clutter-free aesthetic.
Entertaining
An entertainment bar area—strategically positioned to overlook the island—adds a refined yet relaxed ambiance. Painted in Benjamin Moore’s Hale Navy, the cabinets feature gold mesh fronts and illuminated floating shelves, creating a warm, inviting space for hosting.
Equipped with a Sub-Zero 24” Undercounter Beverage Center, Scotsman Ice 15” Undercounter Ice Maker, and True Residential 30” Dual-Zone Wine Column in matte white with gold hardware, the bar area is as functional as it is visually striking.
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Beyond the materials and appliances, Modern Farmhouse 2.0 distinguishes itself with architectural and design elements that nod to historic Pennsylvania farmhouses, while integrating important aspects of modern living.
Modern Farmhouse 2.0 sets a new standard for kitchen design. Gathering, cooking, and entertaining happen all in one award-winning space.
At DesignHOME Studios, we simplify the process with our unique SingleSOURCE model. By putting a collective of Philadelphia’s favorite architects, interior designers, and builders under one roof, we create seamless collaboration from start to finish. From architecture to site planning and interior design, our approach keeps costs predictable and minimizes unexpected changes.
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