If ReVision Designers Could Design Their Own Dream Kitchen . . .
As designers, our team of five spends every day bringing our clients’ remodeling visions to life. But what if they had the chance to design their own ultimate kitchens—what would they include? From functional must-haves to stunning aesthetics, we asked our designers to go big and share their ultimate kitchen wish lists. The results? A mix of beauty, function, and timeless design that might just inspire your own remodel or at least give you some insight into how their frontopolar cortex operates. Read on to see what tickles their fancy when it comes to kitchen dreamin’ and schemin’.
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Anika's Dream Kitchen Design: A Warm, Natural Retreat
Anika’s dream kitchen is all about natural elements, cozy spaces, and timeless design. She envisions a hidden butler’s pantry to keep everything organized, plus a mini fireplace and pizza oven—because what’s better than fresh, wood-fired pizza at home? As for the pineapple as a topping, we’ll argue that another time.
To bring in warmth and natural light, she wants floor-to-ceiling windows, a breakfast nook, and skylights. A window backsplash (if space allows) would add even more connection to the outdoors.
Her finishes lean toward natural stone, an accent hood, and a slab backsplash for a seamless look. Less maintenance, too! Lighting is a big priority, with sconces, pendants, and semi-flush fixtures creating a layered glow. She’s also dreaming of hidden spice storage and an island with a stone waterfall edge for a touch of drama.
When it comes to color, Anika is torn between two palettes: natural tones with dark moments or dark tones with natural moments—either way, the result will be stunning.
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Darian’s Dream Kitchen: The Ultimate Coffee Haven
For Darian, a dream coffee nook is a non-negotiable. This space would include a narrow pull-out trash bin, a 4-drawer base for organizing Nespresso pods, latte spoons, and tea bags, plus paneled refrigerator drawers for milk and creamers. A tiny prep sink with a stylish statement faucet completes the space. Above, she envisions stacked wall cabinets with mullion glass doors to showcase her curated coffee mug collection.
Darian’s ideal kitchen embraces high contrast colors with a mix of neutrals, greens, and blues, paired with stained wood accents, arches, and curves for a soft, custom look.
She wants inset cabinetry with a blend of antique-style pulls and knobs, gold or brass accents, and a slab backsplash for effortless elegance. A custom statement hood will be the showstopper.
For functionality, Darian needs spice storage at eye level, under-cabinet lighting, rollouts in every cabinet that aren’t drawers, and a large island with ample counter space to spread out while cooking or entertaining.
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Alexandra’s Dream Kitchen: Classic with a Cozy, Antique Flair
Alexandra’s dream kitchen is all about warmth, timeless details, and a seamless connection to the outdoors. She wants full-height cabinetry (a clear trend among our designers!), cozy stained finishes, warm earthy tones, and colorful trim to add personality. She is anti-white trim in her Barbie Dream house.
One of her biggest must-haves? Or actually her husband’s . . . A door leading directly to an outdoor grill area, making alfresco dining effortless. This was her husband’s only non-negotiable so she wants to make that happen!
Her ideal kitchen also features unlacquered brass fixtures that will patina beautifully over time, plus antique elements woven throughout to give the space a collected-over-time feel.
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Jacob’s Dream Kitchen: Timeless Simplicity Meets Architectural Detail
Jacob’s dream kitchen balances classic materials with striking architectural features. He envisions a big island as the heart of the space, with inset cabinetry that feels like furniture pieces for a refined, custom aesthetic.
Natural light is key, so large windows are a must. His color palette leans toward neutral tones with natural stone countertops, and every material in the space should be authentic and natural.
A range alcove adds a sense of depth and structure, while pendant lights that double as art pieces bring in sculptural interest. Polished nickel and brass plumbing/hardware finishes create a sophisticated contrast, and a wood ceiling treatment ties the whole space together with warmth and texture.
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Melissa’s Dream Kitchen: A Nostalgic, Lived-in Space
Melissa’s dream kitchen is a heartfelt blend of nostalgia, practicality, and personal history. At the center is a farmhouse sink deep enough to bathe babies, reflecting the warmth and functionality of her space.
She envisions integrated toe-kick lighting for midnight snacking, and a built-in china hutch to display her favorite pieces—not just for special occasions, but as an everyday reminder to use and enjoy them. Instead of a standard island, she prefers a furniture-style island or a large table that looks like it’s been passed down for generations.
Functionality is key, with a huge walk-in pantry featuring outlets to tuck away appliances, rollouts in every base cabinet for easy access, and a fridge with a magnetic front for displaying school artwork, photos, and life’s little moments.
She dreams of an induction range for safe cooking with her kids, customized organizers in each drawer, and a large picture window over the sink to keep an eye on the backyard. A fandelier (a fan-chandelier hybrid) ensures the space stays cool without compromising style.
For finishes, Melissa wants a plaster or cast stone hood, durable floors that can withstand kids and pets, and Dutch-inspired Delft accents to honor her husband’s heritage. Above all, she wants a kitchen that feels lived-in and loved—a space where memories are made and cherished.
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Jeremy's Dream Kitchen: Playful, Functional, and Full of Life
Jeremy’s dream kitchen is a balance of whimsy and function, with compression and release areas a la Frank Lloyd Wright that serve as both room dividers and storage. His space embraces playful colors mixed with natural materials, creating an inviting and dynamic atmosphere.
He prioritizes maximum windows to bring in natural light, along with low, horizontal sight lines by minimizing wall cabinetry, ensuring an open and airy feel.
Jeremy’s kitchen features slab wood veneer cabinetry with quirky hardware, unusual material transitions, and intentional task/mood lighting from pendants, sconces, and countertop lamps.
A built-in breakfast nook with a round table, complemented by fabrics like café curtains, pillows, and bench cushions, adds comfort and personality. And of course, plants—wherever they fit—to bring in a touch of greenery and life.
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Designing Without Limits
Each of our designers brings a unique perspective on what makes a kitchen both beautiful and functional. With a range of styles, preferences, and creative approaches, our collaborative team can bring any vision to life—whether it’s a cozy, antique-inspired space or a sleek, high-contrast modern kitchen or even a full glam, opulent bathroom. Whatever your style, the possibilities are endless, the sky is the limit. Can’t wait to see what you put together. Ready to get started?
