he owners of this Victorian-style home loved its traditional style and period details except when it came to the kitchen. Set in the back of the house, the small kitchen was tucked into a 12-foot wide space, had little storage and room to move around in. By installing a large bay window, the contractors and architects extended the length of the kitchen, creating room for an eat-in space and a view to the private back patio. Clever cabinetry configurations make for plenty of storage while keeping the kitchen feeling open and bright. The bay window opens the kitchen to the back patio, and floods the space with natural light. Because the home is on a historical block, the exterior changes — including this window — had to be approved by the Philadelphia Historical Commission. This patio is fenced in and shaded by trees for ultimate privacy, but still gets plenty of sunshine during the day. The clients wanted an eat-in kitchen; the little nook created by the bay window was the perfect place for a dining table and chairs.
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