the heart of the home

A home's kitchen is its heart. It’s where the family meets, the guests
gather, and the warmth emanates. Each kitchen should be as unique and as full of personality as each homeowner. The functionality of a kitchen is as important as the beauty, for the kitchen is a room that serves many purposes.

Designing a kitchen is both challenging and rewarding as every homeowner has unique visions and specific needs. In Wilkinson Builders' Carlton SouthGate Masterpiece Home, the kitchen was designed as both a functional family kitchen and an unparalleled entertainment space. With a full 36" Sub-Zero refrigerator, a matching 36" freezer and two refrigerator drawers in the first island there will never be a shortage of space for keeping food and drinks cool.

Similarly, a large 60" Viking range is accompanied by a Wolf warming drawer, a Wolf convection wall oven and a Wolf microwave. And the family will never be caught short by last minute guests, as two quiet Bosch dishwashers hidden behind cabinetry panels allow quick and easy clean-up even during a party!

Design elements in the Carlton kitchen include the impressive limestone hood and recovered farmhouse beams, as well as the gentle terra cotta tiled floor. Attention is drawn to both the ceiling and floor creating a quite comfortable space for laughter and relaxation in between. The cabinetry is arranged in a simple, rhythmic layout of custom-distressed white cabinetry reflecting the relaxed feel of the home. Upper cabinets are highlighted by seeded glass and lighting, providing simple display areas high around the room.

By combining functionality and aesthetics, this kitchen is able to truly reflect the design of the home. Comfort, ease, elegance and a rustic appeal combine to create a unique experience. Two islands and an open floorplan provide welcoming space for every guest at Carlton as well as create a
comfortable space for everyday living.