Heart of the Home

A period-appropriate galley kitchen for this historic Meridian Kessler gem. Moving doorways, blending original trim, and adjusting the flow of the most important space in this family’s home.

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Location

Meridian-Kessler

Favorite Part

Making the kitchen fit in with the character of the home.

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Custom farmhouse sink with brass bridge faucet and marble-look countertops, part of a high-end kitchen renovation by Custom Living.

Sophisticated kitchen vignette with gold pot filler, open shelving, and polished range backsplash in a custom luxury kitchen remodel.

Close-up of striped kitchen towel draped over a brass oven handle, part of a high-end luxury kitchen appliance with gold hardware.

Open-concept view of a luxury galley kitchen with white custom cabinetry, brass fixtures, and a red Persian-style rug.iew of a luxury galley kitchen with white custom cabinetry, brass fixtures, and a red Persian-style rug.

Close-up of English style brass kitchen faucet with cross handles, part of a high-end luxury kitchen remodel with classic finishes.

Custom kitchen island with natural wood base, white quartz countertops, and brushed brass faucet in a high-end luxury remodel.

Detail of deVOL vintage-style brass faucet with classic cross handle, set against a white subway tile backsplash in a luxury kitchen remodel.

Kitchen shelf styling with still life fruit paintings, marble-look quartz backsplash, and classic subway tile in a luxury kitchen remodel.

Custom built-in cabinetry with recessed lighting and glass-paneled doors, blending function and elegance in a high-end kitchen remodel.

Bright custom kitchen remodel featuring white cabinetry, designer light fixtures, brass hardware, and a bold red runner.

Full view of a luxury kitchen featuring custom inset cabinetry, gold hardware, a farmhouse sink, and brass fixtures.

Moody walk-in pantry with navy walls, wood flooring, and natural light—part of a custom remodel with built-in shelving.

Custom walk-in pantry with built-in navy shelving, natural light, and organized dry goods, designed for both function and style.

Bright, open-concept dining room with transitional lighting and hardwood floors, seen from a custom luxury kitchen remodel.

Minimalist matte black candlestick holders on olive green mantel with built-in shelving and vintage books in a high-end living room remodel.

Custom remodeled living room with black brick fireplace, olive green mantel, built-in white bookshelves, and curated vintage decor.

Terracotta potted philodendron styled on a white windowsill with leaded glass window, part of a bright and cozy luxury living space.

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Testimonials

Custom Living transformed our home from the 1970s into something remarkable. It’s perfect for spending time with family and friends, and entertaining has become a pleasure.

Norm C.

Indianapolis

The Custom Living Team felt more like a part of the family by the time our job was done... we still keep in touch!

Suzann L.

Meridian-Kessler

I felt like their agenda was to figure out how to make my vision happen. Everyone was solutions oriented, by acting as a consultant in their area of expertise, not just saying yes to my ideas.

Jaclyn P.

Meridian-Kessler

Collaboration, detailed plans, communication, problem solving, the whole process was perfect and we love our kitchen!

Melissa K.

Carmel

Whenever we had a concern or question [our Project Manager] was very responsive. We felt like he genuinely cared about our experience and the end result.

Stacy C.

Meridian-Kessler

The finished product is excellent and we are very pleased with how everything turned out. Lots of explanation from the team on why things went the way they did.

Clayton S.

Carmel

[Our designer] totally understood our vision for our house - maintaining its historic charm while improving the functionality and overall feel of our upstairs - and the reality of his design lived up to (and exceeded!) our highest hopes.

Leslie B.

Meridian-Kessler