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KITCHENS


Farmhouse Reproduction | Kitchen and Nook

This kitchen is in a house built in 1985, designed to look like a 1920's farmhouse. The kitchen has been updated to reflect the old and the new.
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Santa Fe House | Kitchen and Dining room

This house was built in 1995 and extensively remodeled in 2005. In addition to the large side by side refrigerator, a smaller freezer and refrigerator were added on the opposite wall.  An additional sink was also added as well.  Views of the canyon and ocean are visible from both the kitchen and dining room.
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1930's House | Kitchen Remodel

This kitchen is a total remodel of the existing kitchen in a 1930's house. An exterior french door was removed and closed off so that an additional pantry could be added giving the kitchen two pantries  New cupboards, double sinks, dishwasher, trash compactor and large Viking refrigerator were added. Corner wall was built to accommodate the new stove complete with pot filler.  New granite and tile completed the look.  A movable butcher block cabinet was built with doors on both sides and a drawer that opened from both sides.   This 1930's house was totally remodeled and added onto which doubled it size. 
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About Spaces by Design

Catherine Dishion is a Space Planner/Archetectural Designer who has been handling new construction and remodeling projects from design stage to completion since 1998.   She has completed projects in Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley as  well as Portland, Oregon and surrounding areas.  Prior to starting her own business, she worked for a California state wide Real Estate Company for ten years and designed all of their offices located from Southern California to Northern California.  Many of the remodels were transforming vintage houses into beautiful office spaces complete with restored fireplaces, some of which had been hidden for years by walls.  She has relationships with reputable local vendors who can supply quality services and merchandise needed to complete any project.  Catherine is a Space Planner and Architectural Designer.  She can prepare computerized floor plans including 3D views. She prefers to not do structural plans thus an Architect will be needed for that phase.  However, she can coordinate between you and the Architect as well as work with the architect during the construction phase on your behalf so you receive the product you want.     

Call Catherine Dishion cell 805 705-5773

Spaces by Design Services 

Because of her construction expertise and experience, Catherine can help her client select the licensed Contractor and Architect who is right for her clients, assist in the building permit process, and act as a liaison with the Contractor or Architect during the entire construction phase.  Catherine’s projects and expertise include residential, income property and commercial offices.  She listens to her clients   She has personal hands on experience with plumbing, electrical, roofing, insulation, carpentry, tile, constructing hardscapes, painting and staining.   She can produce what is desired for the project.  She will transform an unworkable floor plan into one that flows.  Every detail including colors, fabrics, and lighting will all tie in.  If the plan calls for adding a window, she will make sure the window enhances the exterior view of the property as well.  She handles projects in Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara area.