100-Year-Old Cottage, 21st Century Remodel

Curt and Christine built a flagstone patio along that side of the house and began planning their lush vegetable garden. They also helped design and equip the hardworking kitchen, reusing existing cabinets and adding a used restaurant range and broiler. "Most people overthink the kitchen and lose the spirit of what it's about: cooking and living and laughing," says Summerour. "This kitchen captures the life they have."