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Craftsmanship Meets Culinary

Where flavor, memory, and design come together in kitchens built for real life.

Whether it’s the clink of wine glasses during golden-hour appetizers or a quiet Sunday morning over coffee and sourdough, the kitchen is where flavor, memory, and design collide. For Box Construction, crafting a kitchen isn’t just about finishes — it’s about creating a space that supports the rituals of cooking, entertaining, and living well.

In their recent custom projects, from a modern Meadowview home with art deco flair to a warm Murrieta kitchen filled with texture and intention, Box Construction shows what it means to design for both beauty and function. These aren’t kitchens styled for the moment. They’re built to be lived in — to hold family dinners, celebrations, and everyday moments with ease.

Melissa and her team approach every project with detail-driven intention, from hidden spice racks and pop-up outlets to custom cabinet organization that makes prep seamless. Touches like coffee stations, wine bars, and artisanal tile extend both convenience and personality. Natural stone, hand-painted finishes, and hardware with evolving patina add layers of meaning.

As fall brings roasted vegetables, red wine, and hearty gatherings, Box Construction proves a kitchen can be more than practical. It can be the heart of a home — where stories unfold and connection thrives.

Box Construction creates kitchens that go beyond function — spaces that nourish connection, celebrate the seasons, and turn daily routines into memorable moments.

From hidden spice racks to artisanal tile, Box Construction redefines what a kitchen can be: practical, personal, and built to last a lifetime.