Warm Transitional Kitchen | Linen & Stained Alder
October is Kitchen & Bath month, making it the perfect time to get inspired and start planning a beautiful, functional new space for your home. Be inspired by this latest design by ACM designer Kristin Baldwin McCarra!
This thoughtfully designed kitchen blends traditional detailing with a clean, transitional aesthetic. Crystal frameless cabinetry features the Hampshire full-overlay door style, with painted Linen cabinetry around the perimeter contrasted by a rich Premium Alder island finished in Acorn stain. The cabinetry incorporates all-plywood construction, dovetail drawers and soft-close doors and drawers.
The oversized island provides generous workspace, seating and substantial drawer storage while introducing a warm furniture-like element to the room. Calacatta Premata polished quartz countertops with a quarter-round edge brighten the space and complement both cabinetry finishes. Top Knobs Brixton hardware adds a refined finishing touch.
Thoughtful storage is incorporated throughout, including specialized drawer organization, waste and recycling storage, swing-out corner shelving, glass-front display cabinets and a countertop appliance cabinet with retractable pocket doors. The result is a welcoming kitchen that combines classic architectural details, warm natural materials and highly functional storage for everyday living.

