This 1922 Craftsman is located in Seattle’s beloved Ballard neighborhood. “The house itself is full of charm with lots of beautiful original details, but it was in need of thoughtful updates,” says designer Chloe Deane. 

The homeowner is Antonia Richmond (@antoniablue). “When Antonia first reached out, she was entering a new life chapter and was ready to invest in a kitchen she had been dreaming about for years,” Chloe recalls. With a background in editorial content creation and a passion for cooking Antonia had a strong vision for what she wanted. “In one of our early conversations she described her aesthetic as ‘classic English,’” the designer tells us. “She explained that she wanted a kitchen that would feel warm, personal, useful, and lived in.” 

Antonia also knew she wanted to incorporate thoughtful details and noted that increasing storage and making the most of the small footprint were key priorities. “We needed to ensure that the space would work for cooking and hosting,” Chloe adds. Naturally, a full remodel was in order. 

The space was painted in colors from Farrow & Ball: Preference Red on the island nad Slipper Satin on the walls. A bespoke range hood is paired with a hand-painted Delft tile backplash, created by UK artist Aviva Halter. “The tiles feature herbs used in cooking, along with a portrait of Antonia’s beloved dog, Micah,” Chloe shares. “We introduced a beautifully custom-designed island and a DeVOL pot rack, while tongue-and-groove paneling wraps the space, adding warmth and texture.” 

Additional pantry and spice storage were incorporated alongside a built-in panel-ready refrigerator that blends seamlessly with the cabinetry. Soapstone countertops and a brass bridge faucet (also from DeVOL) further enhance the kitchen’s classic, thoughtful design.

In the dining room, AW Hoss and Son made a custom sofa, upholstered in a Morris and Co. fabric. The table and chairs are from Shoppe Amber Interiors, and a slim banquette upholstered in a Rose Tarlow fabric offers extra seating. The pendant is DeVOL and the sconces are Nickey Kehoe. 

The remodel wrapped up in about 5 months, and Antonia was thrilled with the form and function throughout. Take a closer look in the slideshow.