Work on the kitchen was limited to paint and flooring, replacing the counter with concrete, introducing a new backsplash and pendant light, and re-working the series of exposed/decorative beams. The oversized counter is divided into two zones by a concrete barrier softened by a walnut detail; this barrier contains power outlets and hides the stove from view. The counter stools were designed by Zimmerman Workshop and are available through www.ot-tra.com. Photograph by Garrett Rowland