Case Study
A Bright and Open Kitchen in Aiken That Found 14 Extra Inches and an Entirely New Atmosphere
How DreamMaker removed a neo-angled pantry closet, widened a narrow doorway, and reclaimed approximately 14 inches of previously unused length to transform a closed-in kitchen into a bright, open-air space the client was genuinely excited about.
Aiken, South Carolina
2 Weeks
Bright & Open
Kitchen Remodeling
Project Overview
Small Structural Changes. A Completely Different Kitchen.
This Aiken client made the project an enjoyable one from the start – their excitement was contagious throughout. The structural work was modest: remove a neo-angled pantry closet, widen a narrow doorway. But those two moves, combined with reclaiming approximately 14 inches of kitchen length that had simply never been utilised, transformed the atmosphere of the space entirely. Brighter. More open. A kitchen the client loved the moment it was finished.
Location: South Carolina
Neighborhood: Aiken
Modern
About The Neighborhood
Aiken is one of South Carolina’s most sought-after communities — a historic, family-friendly city with charming homes, oak-canopied neighborhoods, and an easy Southern pace that belies its proximity to Augusta’s bustling economic hub.
The Challenge
What Was Not Working
- A neo-angled pantry closet occupying space and interrupting the flow of the kitchen
- A narrow doorway limiting movement and contributing to a closed-in feel
- Approximately 14 inches of kitchen length sitting unused at one end of the space
- An overall atmosphere that felt dim and enclosed rather than bright and open
Like many homes in Cave Springs, the master bath retained its original footprint — creating real functional limitations for a busy household and making what should be a personal retreat feel like an afterthought.
BEFORE:
“The client’s excitement was contagious and refreshing. They loved their new kitchen – brighter, more open, and finally the space they had always wanted it to be.”
5.0 | Google Review
Built Around Two Smart Moves and 14 Recovered Inches.
To solve the bathroom’s layout and style challenges, DreamMaker redesigned the master bath with improved flow, custom storage, natural light, and a clean modern finish. Removing the unused Jacuzzi unlocked the footprint entirely, custom cabinetry made every inch purposeful, and thoughtful material choices brought the spa-like atmosphere the homeowners had always wanted.
Key Improvements included:
- Neo-angled pantry closet removed to open the kitchen's footprint
- Narrow doorway widened to improve flow and the sense of openness
- Approximately 14 inches of previously unused kitchen length incorporated into the active space
- New cabinetry, countertops, and finishes selected to enhance the brighter, more open atmosphere
- Full transformation achieved with minimal structural disruption
AFTER: THE TRANSFORMATION
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