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gained a larger kitchen, but from a zoning standpoint, nothing changed.”
The result was not just a larger kitchen, but a more functional layout achieved without increasing the size of the home, an approach that reflects the kind of problem solving required when working within the physical and regulatory limits of coastal properties.
Building on its capabilities, Gulick & Co has launched its custom cabinetry division, Saltwood Cabinetry, to bring greater control to both design and construction. In an environment where projects are already constrained by zoning and space limitations, precision matters. By producing cabinetry in house, the company is able to control quality, eliminate delays, and reduce dependency on outside suppliers.“ Now, if I need cabinets on Monday, they’ re there Friday afternoon,” Travis explains.“ Rather than offering box cabinetry where you get a 2.5-inch filler piece, we have chosen not to have any filler pieces with Saltwood.” That level of control allows the team to maximize every inch of space across kitchens, mudrooms, vanities, and built ins, while also improving coordination across trades and keeping projects on schedule.
The company’ s regional expansion plans distinguish Saltwood’ s trajectory.“ We see demand on both a regional and national level,” Travis continues.“ We can be building six-foot to eight-foot units, so installs are faster. Over the next three to five years, Saltwood is going to be a definite focus. We’ re looking to expand and create a bigger warehouse and showroom.”
As the company grows, its 80 percent renovation ratio reflects current market conditions.“ With these constrained properties, I might have to relay to the client that their foundation simply cannot hold a second floor, for instance, and the modernhb. com 121