Avid cooks and hosts, the homeowners kept the kitchen at the front of their minds when they began the remodel. The couple worked with Florena Nemteanu of Vis à Vis Studio to bring their light-filled vision to life, taking down a central wall to open up the kitchen for brightness—and to create a large standing space for gathering with friends and family. The initial downside of removing the wall was a decrease in storage, which Space Theory resolved using its design expertise and flexible, built-in functional components, optimizing the space for daily use.

"When my client approached me, she expressed a clear vision: her kitchen should harmonize with the breathtaking natural surroundings of the Bay Area," Nemteanu says. "She wanted a space that felt serene yet functional, organic yet modern—a reflection of the environment she cherishes. Together, we partnered with Space Theory to craft a kitchen that celebrates nature through impeccable design and functional innovation. Every detail, from the custom finishes to the seamless integration of the system, was chosen to bring the outdoors in, creating a timeless and inviting space. This project perfectly embodies my philosophy at Vis à Vis Studio: design that is deeply personal, effortlessly elegant, and always in dialogue with its surroundings."

With the talented guidance of Vis à Vis Studio, the process of transforming her home inspired the homeowner to go on and start her own interior design studio, Le Studio Inne.

Despite its systematic design with a high degree of technical sophistication, Space Theory worked with the homeowners and Vis à Vis Studio to ensure the careful craft and detailing of white oak created a refined but homey feel in the kitchen—the sensation of nature within nature.