
Luxury Wine Country Renovation Case Study
Montecito Wine Country Kitchen
Explore how we transformed a Montecito home with a stunning wine country kitchen featuring custom wine storage, premium materials, and Santa Barbara County elegance.
Project Overview
A complete kitchen transformation that celebrates the wine country lifestyle with luxury materials and custom wine storage.
Location
Montecito, CA
Style
Wine Country Luxury
Size
520 sq ft
Duration
16 weeks
Budget
$220,000
Year
2024
Key Features
Discover the luxury materials and custom features that make this wine country kitchen exceptional.

Custom Wine Wall
Temperature-controlled wine storage with display areas and integrated wine refrigerator for the perfect wine country kitchen

Premium Materials
Custom walnut cabinetry, natural stone countertops, and hand-forged hardware for luxury wine country aesthetic

Entertainment Island
Large center island with integrated wine service, seating, and food preparation areas for entertaining

Luxury Appliances
High-end appliances including professional range, wine refrigerator, and custom ventilation for the perfect cooking experience
Challenges & Solutions
Every project presents unique challenges. Here's how we solved them to create the perfect wine country kitchen.
Wine Storage Integration
The client wanted extensive wine storage integrated into the kitchen design, but the existing space couldn't accommodate the temperature-controlled storage needed for their collection.
Our Solution
Designed a custom wine wall with temperature-controlled storage, integrated wine refrigerator, and display areas for special bottles, all seamlessly integrated into the kitchen design.
Luxury Material Selection
The client wanted only the finest materials that would reflect their sophisticated taste and complement the wine country aesthetic, but sourcing and coordinating these materials was complex.
Our Solution
Selected premium materials including custom walnut cabinetry, natural stone countertops, and hand-forged hardware, all sourced from the finest suppliers and coordinated for a cohesive look.
Entertainment Functionality
The kitchen needed to serve as both a cooking space and an entertainment area for wine tastings and dinner parties, requiring careful space planning and flow design.
Our Solution
Designed an open layout with a large center island for food preparation and wine service, integrated seating areas, and flow that accommodates both cooking and entertaining functions.
Our Process
We followed our proven 4-phase process to ensure this project was completed on time and to the highest standards.
Design & Planning
Collaborated with the client to understand their wine country lifestyle and vision, creating detailed 3D renderings and material selections.
Deliverables:
- 3D renderings
- Material samples
- Detailed specifications
- Timeline planning
Custom Fabrication
Our craftsmen built the custom cabinetry and wine storage solutions to exact specifications, ensuring perfect fit and finish.
Deliverables:
- Custom cabinetry
- Wine storage
- Hardware installation
- Quality control
Installation & Integration
Professional installation of all elements with wine storage integration and final quality inspections.
Deliverables:
- Professional installation
- Wine storage setup
- Final adjustments
- Quality inspection
Final Testing & Handover
Comprehensive testing of all systems, wine storage functionality, and final client walkthrough.
Deliverables:
- System testing
- Wine storage testing
- Client training
- Final handover
Client Testimonial
Hear what our client has to say about their new wine country kitchen.
"PineWood Cabinets created the perfect wine country kitchen for our Montecito home. The wine storage is incredible, and the luxury materials are exactly what we envisioned. It's the perfect space for entertaining and enjoying our wine collection."
Jennifer Walsh
Montecito, CA
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