When embarking on a kitchen renovation, interior designer Laura Michaels recommends clients: 1) Make a list of what’s important. 2) Consider how they cook and prep. 3) Select the right appliances at the outset. That’s how she started the modern makeover of this traditional Connecticut kitchen, and the result was a bright and practical kitchen with a smooth workflow and sleek, California vibe. #elevateeverything #monogramluxuryappliances