A Timeless Kitchen and Luxe Blue Fireplace Transformation
By New Creations Austin
A Timeless Kitchen and Luxe Blue Fireplace Transformation
CLIENT
This project was designed for two highly talented professionals who value both design and precision.
One of them works from home, which meant we had to perform at our highest standard — keeping the jobsite impeccably clean, quiet, and efficient every step of the way.
Our team worked seamlessly to deliver a major transformation with minimal disruption to their daily life.
Location
Austin, Texas
Project Type
Custom Kitchen and Fireplace Remodel
Style
Contemporary
Review
5-STAR
Backstory & Challenge
The homeowners came to us wanting a kitchen and living area that felt fresh, timeless, and elevated — but they also wanted to keep their existing multi-colored floor. That decision instantly shaped our design approach. Rather than replacing it, we treated the floor as our anchor point — balancing its range of tones with a neutral color palette and carefully selected finishes that brought visual cohesion to the entire space.
The clients also had two personal must-haves: they wanted to incorporate their favorite red paintin select areas and to make a statement with Luxe Blue on the fireplace paneling. The goal was to create a home that felt modern, warm, and distinctly their own.
Design Solution
We began by brightening the home’s core palette to create harmony with the existing floors. The walls and ceilings were finished in Sherwin-Williams Pure White, which reflected natural light beautifully and opened up the space.
For trim, doors, and cabinetry, we used Sherwin-Williams Extra White in a semi-gloss finish for subtle contrast and a polished look. The cabinetry itself was custom-built in a classic shaker style, providing clean lines and enduring character.
The Calacatta Divine quartz countertops from Arizona Tilebecame the visual centerpiece of the kitchen — a sophisticated stone look with soft, elegant veining that ties effortlessly into the warm undertones of the flooring. To complement this, we installed Atlas brushed nickel hardware, chosen for its understated luxury and timeless appeal.
Every appliance was selected for both function and design integrity. The kitchen features a GE Café 6-burner gas range paired with a Zephyr vent hood, a GE Café counter-depth French-door refrigerator, a Bosch dishwasher, and a Zephyr beverage centertucked neatly into the cabinetry.
A Kohler sink and Brizo SmartTouch faucet add performance and ease of use — the kind of thoughtful upgrades that make daily life smoother while elevating the overall look.
Fireplace Transformation
While the kitchen sets a tone of refined simplicity, the fireplace introduces bold personality. The original fireplace was reimagined with a Dekton Kreta surround — a subtle, concrete-inspired surface that adds modern texture and visual strength.
We added a walnut mantelfor warmth and contrast, then wrapped the wall in custom wood paneling painted in Sherwin-Williams Luxe Blue.
The result is a living area that feels both grounded and expressive — where the deep blue acts as a focal point, balancing beautifully against the surrounding whites and the natural variation in the floor.
Result
The finished design bridges the best of both worlds: clean, modern lines paired with warmth, character, and individuality. The neutral kitchen blends seamlessly into the home’s palette, while the Luxe Blue fireplace stands proudly as a sophisticated centerpiece that ties the open-concept space together.
At New Creations, we thrive on challenges like this — taking existing elements that others might see as limitations and using design to make them strengths. This remodel is proof that timeless doesn’t have to mean predictable, and bold doesn’t have to mean loud — it just has to feel right.
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Onion Creek Whole House Renovation
“Roy and his team did a fantastic job! We had a large remodeling project which included our kitchen, master bathroom, powder room, and outdoor grill. His team is professional, reliable, and fun to work with! I have recommended New Creations to my friends and will use them for future projects. Thank you, Roy, Erin, and Apollo!“
Logan Family
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