National Recognition: PMS Remodeling Featured in Houzz Magazine Showcase

An exceptional home renovation honors the original character of a property while completely reimagining its practical flow and spatial boundaries. At PMS Remodeling, we pour our dedication into balancing classic aesthetics with high performance execution. Today, we are proud to share that our team’s dedication to quality craftsmanship has caught the eye of national design editors.  

We are thrilled to announce that PMS Remodeling has been featured by Houzz Magazine in their high profile editorial showcase, "5 New Kitchens With Classic Details."

Rather than entering a competition or submitting this project for consideration, our design build work in Chico, California was organically discovered and selected by the editorial team at Houzz. Out of countless luxury residential spaces across North America, they reached out to us directly to highlight this custom kitchen as a premier example of timeless, modern living.  

Quick Summary / Key Takeaways

• National Editorial Selection: PMS Remodeling was organically scouted and selected by the editorial staff at Houzz Magazine for its premier design showcase.

• Exclusive Recognition: Out of thousands of luxury residential construction projects across North America, our Chico, California design build work was chosen as one of just five kitchens featured nationwide.

• Unsolicited Discovery: This feature is the result of direct outreach from national design editors who discovered our local portfolio on its own architectural merit, rather than an award submission or application entry.

• Verified Project Link: The complete editorial, layout specifications, and designer insights can be verified directly via the official Houzz Magazine Feature Story publication page.

• Spatial Transformation: The custom layout resolves a common Chico residential challenge, converting a claustrophobic, divided floor plan into an expansive, light-filled open concept living environment using a dual-tone palette of Benjamin Moore's Cloud White, Sherwin Williams' Rain Cloud blue, and an organic maple island.

1. Overcoming Spatial Challenges: From Claustrophobic to Open Concept

Every elite construction project begins by identifying structural friction points. The homeowners approached our senior design team with a common dilemma: their existing kitchen felt entirely divided, isolated, and claustrophobic. The floor plan restricted natural workflow, creating artificial visual barriers between the cooking space, the dining area, and the main living room.  

To correct this, our design build team executed a comprehensive open concept structural layout transformation. By strategically removing dividing walls, we established an expansive, unified living environment that naturalizes the flow of traffic, enhances conversational seating options, and maximizes natural ambient light across the home.  

2. The Materials: Authentic, Textural, and Enduring

To craft a true fresh traditional aesthetic that retains long term architectural integrity, our designers selected a refined, high contrast palette anchored by premium materials:  

• Dual Tone Architectural Cabinetry: The perimeter features a pristine, warm upper layout finished in Benjamin Moore’s Cloud White, establishing vertical height and maximizing lightness. This is balanced by ground level lower cabinetry finished in Sherwin Williams’ Rain Cloud, a sophisticated blue gray tone that adds grounding depth.  

• Custom Maple Island: The center of the workspace is anchored by a gorgeous custom crafted maple island. The natural wood grains bring an inviting, organic warmth to the open floor plan, serving as both a functional food preparation station and a natural gathering zone for family and guests.  

• Classic Elements: Pristine, floor to ceiling white subway tile delivers an elegant, historical reference point that effortlessly reflects light, beautifully framing the custom floating shelves.  

3. Expert Design Strategy from the PMS Remodeling Team

A hallmark of high end custom building is the intelligent execution of subtle architectural details. In the Houzz feature article, our own Debbie Middling highlighted a primary design philosophy that transformed the spatial volume of this kitchen:  

"If you can go to the ceiling with your tile behind floating shelves, go for it. Also, connect spaces by carrying over an element, such as using the same color and style of cabinets in the kitchen as you do for seating benches in a dinette."  

By extending the classic subway tile all the way to the ceiling line behind the open floating shelves, we eliminated horizontal breaks, tricking the eye into perceiving much higher vertical clearance. This attention to detail elevates the property value and provides a highly custom finish.  

Local Context: Design Build Construction in Chico

While being sought out on a national stage by the editors of Houzz is a monumental honor for our company, our greatest satisfaction comes from turning our clients' dreams into functional realities. Our mission remains rooted in providing unmatched general contracting, architectural restructuring, and luxury interior design directly to our neighbors here in Northern California.  

We look at the home as a complete, unified system. Whether you are navigating structural expansions or managing a full home renovation, the team at PMS Remodeling brings elite, verified project leadership to ensure your investment performs beautifully and stands the test of time.

Frequently Asked Questions

How was PMS Remodeling selected for the Houzz Magazine feature? Our team was organically discovered by the editorial staff at Houzz. Rather than an application or competition submission, their design editors reached out to us directly after reviewing our portfolio, selecting our Chico kitchen project as one of only five spaces nationwide to represent exceptional classic design.  

What are the benefits of a dual tone kitchen design? Dual tone cabinetry allows you to introduce striking color without overwhelming the space. Using a lighter shade like Cloud White on the upper cabinets keeps the room feeling bright and open, while a richer tone like Rain Cloud blue on the lowers grounds the layout and adds sophisticated depth.  

How do you make a small or claustrophobic kitchen feel larger? Beyond removing non load bearing walls to create an open concept layout, subtle design techniques make a massive impact. Running your backsplash tile completely to the ceiling behind open floating shelves eliminates visual breaks, tricking the eye into perceiving significantly higher ceilings.  

Lead Your Home Into a Beautiful Future

Ready to elevate your home? Explore our extensive portfolio of local transformations or contact us today to schedule your custom design consultation. Let’s start your journey toward a masterfully crafted space.