Kitchen and Bath Ideas - March 2014
Kitchen and Bath Ideas - March 2014
Kitchen and Bath Ideas - March 2014
2014
ORSA kitchen
Starting at
1999*
spring
in this issue
2014
features
62 CLEAR VISION
Clean lines, moody hues, and
vintage touches personalize a
new kitchen.
68 FRENCH FLAIR
An elegant farmhouse
kitchen takes its style cues
from French country estates.
104 TUXEDO
JUNCTION
Crisp contrasts give a
classic white kitchen
sophisticated style.
80 FAMILY CENTRAL
122 PERFECT
HARMONY
86 MODERN REVISION
Contemporary fixtures
and finishes usher a dated
kitchen into a new era.
92 CROWD PLEASER
Floor-to-ceiling marble
strikes a glamorous note
in this revamped bath.
98 SEEING RED
134 BALANCED
APPROACH
A fire-engine-red range
hood provides a dramatic
focal point for this warm,
transitional-style kitchen.
Choosing to forgo a
tub makes room for
unexpected design ideas.
on the cover
Open shelving adds instant charm to a country-Frenchinspired kitchen. See page 68. Photographer: John Granen
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departments
6 BHG.COM
36 CONNECTIONS
9 WHATS NEW
40
12 ALL ABOUT
44 SMALL BATH
21 QUICK PICKS
Sit pretty with our favorite
barstool finds.
46 1 BATH,
2 BUDGETS
23 10 THINGS TO LOVE
ABOUT THIS KITCHEN
27 BUYING GUIDE
Pick the perfect light fixtures
to brighten your space.
32 MULTIPLE CHOICES
Add color, pattern, and
personality with a distinctive
backsplash.
44
2
23
40 SMALL KITCHEN
Elegant materials bring
big style to a small galley
kitchen.
53 30 MOST
INNOVATIVE
PRODUCTS
32
138 RESOURCES
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Thats right. Snap a picture now, while your kitchen or bath still
looks like a dark, dated, depressing rabbit hole. Believe me, weve
seen worse. And even when we think weve seen The Worst, another
Before photo comes along that makes us gasp (and then rejoice in the
fact that this is, indeed, a Before, which means a beautiful After will
follow!). We relish the opportunity to go back in time and see just
where these homeowners began their remodeling journey, because its
a placeand spaceto which most of us can relate. The pain points
tend to be universal: too little square footage, too little style, too little
function. But the solutions are remarkably diverse.
Take Tina and Keith Roddas fresh, breezy kitchen in Cape
Elizabeth, Maine (page 116). Its eicient layout and stylish materials
belie its origins as a closed-o room that did little to welcome the
Roddas young family. Now its their favorite hangout, thanks to
thoughtful planning and patience. (They lived with their existing
space for a year to determine just what changes they wanted to make.)
Dana and Jeremy Sacks say they inherited 90 years of bad taste
when they bought their foursquare house in Portland, Oregonand
the ill-conceived kitchen was among the worst oenders. But a gut
remodel and addition completely transformed the way the space looks
and functions (page 74).
And then theres the 2012 DC Design House bath remodel, a
project spearheaded by designer Allie Mann. Out went the cottoncandy pink decor and egregious use of oral wallpaper, and in came
a crisp green-and-white palette, clean-lined fixtures, and abundant
cottage charm (page 130). Its one of my all-time favorite before-andafters. And it proves, like all the featured makeovers in this issue, that
even the worst Before can have a happily ever After.
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whats new
Fresh
Cottage
Modern updates to
a traditional style perk
up the cottage look.
writer kristina mcguirk
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whats new
1. SLEEK CLEAN A contemporary chrome nish accents the sophisticated curves of this showerhead. Traditional Tempassure
thermostatic showerhead and arm, $457, Brizo, brizo.com. 2. CURVES AHEAD A simple changea bowed frontupdates this
cottage kitchen staple. Shaws Original Waterside apron-front sink, $1,576, Rohl, rohlhome.com. 3. PASTEL STRIPES Pinks and
greens mix with classic blues and whites in this playful rug. Ana aqua ticking woven cotton rug, starting at $33, Dash & Albert Rug
Co., dashandalbert.com. 4. RETRO COOL The latest line from GE Appliances features simple design with a vintage appeal thats
perfectly outtted with cottage charm. Artistry electric range, $649, GE, geappliances.com. 5. HARDWARE UPGRADE Punctuate
traditional white cabinetry with dark-nish hardware for a little added drama. Jerey Alexander Venezia collection cup pull ($14)
and cabinet knob ($9) in gunmetal, Elements Verona collection Rustic Bail pull in matte black ($8), Hardware Resources,
hardwareresources.com.
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Bursts of
vibrant
color mix
with classic
textures and
new materials
for energized,
but still cozy,
cottage style.
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6. CHIC LIGHTING A polished nickel cage frames opaque glass to fashion a softer version of the trendy industrial-style pendant for
an updated cottage kitchen. Saddler mini pendant, starting at $278, Kichler, kichler.com. 7. BEADED TILE Get the classic look of
beaded board with high shine on durable ceramic tiles. Archive Universal Decorative Field Tile Bead Board A, price upon request,
Waterworks, waterworks.com. 8. WEATHERED WOODS Age means character in cottage style, but this engineered wood ooring
will stand the test of time. Walnut Artesian natural ooring, starting at $7 per square foot, Armstrong, armstrong.com.
9. CHEERFUL STORAGE The sweet details of this furniture piece marry with fresh, punchy color to look stylish whether displaying
dinnerware or housing linens. Small Island Buet & Hutch in Key West Teal, $3,171, Maine Cottage, mainecottage.com. 10. WELL
TIMED This oversize wall clock combines iron and antique gold for a dramatic piece that mixes form and function. Chateau Betton
clock, $179, Ballard Designs, ballarddesigns.com.
all about
In LIvIng
CoLor
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ANALOGOUS:
A scheme built on colors
that sit next to each other
on the color wheel, such as
a panoply of blues, teals,
and greens.
COMPLEMENTARY:
A scheme constructed on
colors that are opposite
each other on the wheel,
such as blue and orange or
yellow and purple.
bring it home
NEUTRAL
ZONE
Shades of white,
black, brown, and
gray are the most
pervasive colors in
kitchens and baths
(wood ooring and
creamy marble are
perfect examples).
These colors and
materials have a
classic appeal, but
the key to keeping
the look fresh is
mixing patterns,
textures, and
finishes within the
neutral hues.
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all about
color
colorful language
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MAKE A STATEMENT
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all about
color
island appeal
Nervous about making a big color commitment? Love
your white kitchen but looking for some pizzazz? Paint the
island! Unattached to the rest of the kitchen, its an ideal
place for playing with colors and finishes.
MOST
piNNED!
Find us on Pinterest at
pinterest.com/BHG to see
this island and other
bright kitchens.
a strong
finish
FLAT
SATIN
KEEP CALM
SEMIGLOSS
SEMIGLOSS FINISH:
This finish reects a lot of
lightand stands up to a
lot of wearso its ideal for
kitchens and baths.
HIGH-GLOSS FINISH: A
hard finish thats durable
and easy to clean, but
beware: The vibrant sheen
will show fingerprints and
smudges, and emphasize
surface imperfections.
HIGH-GLOSS
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all about
color
pattern play
One of the many benefts of including color in your space
is that it allows you to play with pattern. Love a slim
pinstripe, a classic damask, and a bold foral? Seemingly
discordant prints work together if theyre in the same
color scheme. Youll want a mix of large- and small-scale
SMART PRODUCT
GET CREATIVE
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quick picks
SEATED
IN STYLE
Elevate the look of
your kitchen with
these dashing
stools that double
as delightful decor
and a place to perch.
writer KRISTINA McGUIRK
EDITORS
PICK!
Go to BHG.com/Stools
to shop more of our
favorite seats for
every style.
Demeter
barstool | $321
Lamps Plus
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CG Sparks Iron
Swivel Stool | $116
All Modern
allmodern.com
Bella Cane
counter stool | $369
Ballard Designs
ballarddesigns.com
Amelia cafe
barstool | $218
for set of two
Bellacor
bellacor.com
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SEASIDE 1
SPIRIT
PLEASING PALETTE
The nearby ocean inspired
a blue and white palette
in this Wilmington, North
Carolina, kitchen. Rich
wood ooring and black
concrete countertops
provide crisp contrast.
OPEN ASSEMBLY
Open to adjoining rooms,
the kitchen needed
a welcoming layout.
Positioning the major
appliances along the wall
lets the island be a place
where family and friends
can gather.
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4
6
SIMPLY STUNNING
Rustic open shelves let
a collection of white
dishware and vintage
wicker pieces take center
stage. Just a few citrus
green accents bring
playful pops of color.
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EASYGOING CHARM
Painted shiplap siding
is an inexpensive way to
add interest behind the
open shelving. Carried
throughout the kitchens
walls and island base, its
cozy appeal meshes with
the beachy cottage look.
IN SYNC
An apron-front sink is
hardworking but has a
casual look that appears
tailored for this laid-back
space. A built-in cutting
board and custom inset
dish drain ank the sink.
DARLING DETAILS
Vintage tin ceiling tiles
were cut down and used
for custom doors under the
island sink. Extra attention
to detail added character to
the clean-lined kitchen.
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FAMILY FAVORITE
Inspired by the
homeowners love of
collecting seashells, the
kitchens focal point is
the custom concrete
backsplasha mix of
concrete and locally
gathered shells.
WELL SUITED
Concrete counters allow
for many customizations.
In this kitchen, the
concrete was darkened for
the ideal look. Plus, it can
be manipulated to provide
built-in luxuries, such as
this trivet.
SPACE PLANNING
A double-oven range
provides the function
the homeowner wanted
without taking up the
space that two wall ovens
would require.
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STORAGE SMARTS
Little changes make a big
impact when it comes
to cabinetry. Trading
traditional doors for a
few glass-front cabinets
and squeezing in wine
storageperfectly mixes
form and function.
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multiple choices
A Better
BAcksplAsh
Add style while
protecting your
walls with these
backsplash ideas.
writer Kristina mcguirK
STRONG DEFENSE
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multiple choices
map quest Show of exactly where you found inspiration for your
kitchen design. Here, Parisian character comes from a vintage map
thats applied with wallpaper paste and covered with polyurethane.
sleek panels
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Convey contemporary style with large backpainted glass panels. The lack of grout lines makes the look
streamlined and easy to clean. Plus, it refects ambient light.
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In 2014, we complete the
lighting industrys three-year
phase-out of general-purpose
(100-, 75-, 60-, and 40-watt)
incandescent lightbulbs. As part
of the change, watts are no longer
the standard for identifying bulbs.
The trick to buying the right LED,
CFL, or halogen replacement is to look at
the packages Lighting Facts panel, similar
to the nutrition panel on food products. For
quick reference, Energy Used indicates what
wattage of incandescent bulb youre replacing.
Check out americanlightingassociation.com
to learn more about picking the right bulb.
Bathroom Remodeling
We talk a lot about whats on the
walls of kitchens and baths, but
whats behind them is just as
important. Check out Purple XP
drywallits moisture-resistant, with
added mold and mildew resistance in
the core and paper, making it an ideal
choice for water-centric kitchens and
baths. Its also Greenguard-certified
for indoor air quality. Learn more
at askforpurple.com.
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DIY DIVINE
Simple Wine
Storage
Create a wine cabinet this
weekend with this easy-toinstall system. The horizontal
design keeps bottles stored
at the right level, and it
ts into a standard
base cabinet so the
wine is enclosed in a
dark space. Choose
from 12-, 18-, 24- or
30-bottle models to
t your needs. This
is a quick way to add
a luxurious amenity
to the kitchen you
already have!
Starting at $299,
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EYE-CATCHING CABINETRY
small kitchen
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OPPOSITE: Bringing a
15-inch-deep glass-door
wall cabinet down to
the countertop makes
for perfect dish storage
while creating visual
interest. ABOVE: Polishednickel finishes are among
the chic touches that
help bring the kitchens
neutral palette to life. FAR
LEFT: Shiny white subway
tile on the backsplash
provides subtle
contrast with the honed
countertop. LEFT: A narrow
pullout beside the range
keeps spices and other
ingredients at hand.
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small bath
STRETCHING
EXERCISE
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7x10
ROOM FOR
LuxuRy
BEFORE
THE PROBLEMS
16x10
DESIGNER
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value solution
Choosing
materials
with similar color
palettes allows the
varying patterns of
the window shade,
wallpaper, and
rug to coexist.
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Pairing
a sleek desk
with a fun mirror
fashions a makeup
vanity that embraces
the baths clean
lines. The pouf is
a whimsical
touch.
LIGHTING
WALLPAPER
Butterfly Garden in
aqua | $72 per roll
Thibaut
thibautdesign.com
THE SOLUTIONS
TOILET
FAUCET
Grohe Essence
widespread in
chrome | $264
Home Depot
homedepot.com
VALUE BUDGET
FIXTURES
Produits Neptune tub
Grohe Essence 8-inch widespread faucets
Symmons Ballina shower combo kit
Whittington Mahon freestanding bath filler
Kohler Santa Rosa white comfort-height toilet
$1,496
$528
$515
$430
$328
CABINETRY
Worlds Away Jared white and stainless-steel desk
Overstock.com Windham soft white vanities with
white marble tops
$1,963
$1,172
SURFACES
Virtue Tile Ariostea Verde Brasil oor tiles
Virtue Tile Porcelanosa Yakarta shower wall tiles
Thibaut Buttery Garden metallic wallpaper in aqua
Solistone Cayman Blue pebble shower oor tiles
$2,030
$933
$864
$220
MISCELLANEOUS
16x10
AFTER
$3,000
$785
$542
TOTAL
$16,339
$478
$296
$239
$199
$171
$150
custom solution
The sofa
wall is meant to
be inviting, Duy
says. It makes
the space more
of a lounge
and less of a
bathroom.
A marble
countertop
and plumbing
fixtures transform
a piece of furniture
into a simple vanity
that contrasts
with the graphic
wallpaper.
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LIGHTING
WALLPAPER
THE SOLUTIONS
TOILET
FAUCET
Rohl Zephyr in
Tuscan brass | $758
eFaucets
efaucets.com
CUSTOM BUDGET
16x10
FIXTURES
$349
$320
$234
CABINETRY
Zentique Chloe chests
Custom marble vanity tops
$4,125
$2,000
SURFACES
Hacienda Design Studio Cape Town pattern
ooring with Vienna pattern border
Onyx slab shower walls
Clarence House Tibet pattern wallpaper in navy
$3,500
$3,000
$1,500
MISCELLANEOUS
Custom loveseat by Jules Duy in Designers Guild
Iona pomegranate fabric
Ro Sham Beaux Gigi ghost agate bead chandelier
Custom glass shower enclosure
Custom Kravet linen 27847-50 window treatments
with Samuel & Sons Greek Fret border in lemon
Arteriors Ice large clear faceted pendants
GO Home Ltd. Criss Cross Mirrors
Infinity Drain FXMN65 shower drain
Worlds Away Bamboo oor lamp
TOTAL
AFTER
$1,516
$864
$3,870
$3,120
$3,000
$2,550
$1,980
$1,900
$695
$623
$35,146
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WATER-SAVING STYLE
This minimalist faucet is
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looks; it allows you to choose
between a ow rate of 0.9 or
1.3 gallons per minute for
excellent water savings either
way. The spray pattern uses
90 channels to produce gentle
drops and cover a larger
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Organic faucet, from $520,
Axor, hansgrohe-usa.com/axor.
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BARELY THERE
Thanks to cutting-edge
nanotechnology, this Organic
LED chandelier features
ultra-slim -inch-thick light
panels. The new technology
produces glare-free light and
excellent color. Vela Organic
LED chandelier, $8,995,
Modern Forms, a WAC Lighting
Company, modernforms.com.
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VERSATILE SURFACE
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FAUCET REVOLUTION
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CUSTOM-COLOR VENTILATION
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clear vision
A YOUNG FAMILY PLANS A DREAM
KITCHENTHEN MAKES IT COME
TRUE, DOWN TO THE LAST DETAIL.
writer CANDACE ORD MANROE photographer MICHAEL PARTENIO field editor ANNA MOLVIK
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Before: Lim
the kitchens blaned overpowers
finishes.
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Takeaways
A butcher-block
countertop functions
as both a cutting
board and a source
of visual warmth.
Floating metal
shelves in lieu of
traditional upper
cabinets create a
modern bistro look.
A pop of bold
color adds instant
personality in a
neutral scheme.
The refrigerator/freezer
is built in with the
pantry. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM
RIGHT: Custom cabinetry
meets the familys
needs. THIS PHOTO: The
soul of the room is the
breakfast area, where
the banquette adds a
shot of vivid color.
An oversize island
is the centerpiece of
Andrea and James
Clarkes French-inspired
kitchen. Exposed beams,
open shelving, and
an apron-front sink
contribute to the
rooms vintage allure.
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french
flair
A FAMILYS DREAM
KITCHEN CAPTURES
THE ROMANCE
OF THE FRENCH
COUNTRYSIDE.
writer MERVYN KAUFMAN
photographer JOHN GRANEN
field editor BONNIE BROTEN
pantry
DW
21x17
butlers
pantry
MW
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Takeaways
An oversize island
anchors a large room
and oers ample
space for food prep,
serving, and dining.
Concealed behind a
stationary fabric shade,
a Roman shade above
the sink pulls down for
privacy.
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BETTER
THAN NEW
Thoughtful materials and an eicient
new layout turn a century-old kitchen
into a tastefully modern space.
writer DEBRA STEILEN photographer LAURIE BLACK field editor LINDA HUMPHREY
12x14
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thats what Dana and Jeremy Sacks say they got when they
purchased their foursquare house in Portland, Oregon. And it
culminated in a kitchen that Jeremy describes as a symphony of
mismatched reds.
But the house had good bones, and the couple loved the
neighborhood. So they gave the kitchen a budget remodel
(inoensive vinyl ooring and laminate countertops, Jeremy
recalls) and lived with it until the homes sloping foundation was
lifted and rebuilt as a prelude to a whole-house remodel. Dana
and Jeremy hired architects Melody Emerick and Geno Salimena
of Emerick Architects, who listened to the couples priorities (a
breakfast nook and better trac ow) and figured out how to
update the kitchen while retaining the homes vintage character.
Two key improvements helped the Sacks dream kitchen
emerge. First, a 4-foot addition to the back of the house permitted
both a breakfast nook and enhanced access to the backyard.
Second, the architects rearranged wasted spacesincluding
an existing staircaseto enlarge the kitchen and improve
circulation. Were big fans of capturing ineicient spaces you
didnt know were there and using them where you really need
them, Emerick says. With a smarter footprint, the kitchen was
ready to be transformed into a highly functional space.
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A butcher-block-topped
island serves as a hub for
cooking, family life, and
entertaining.
Shaker-style cabinets with
full-inset doors provide
furniture-style finesse.
Quartz-surfacing
countertops add
indestructible style to
perimeter cabinets.
An adjacent breakfast
nook oers a cozy spot
for family meals outside
the main work core.
New windows with
diamond-shape muntins
echo original windows
in the 1910 home.
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family central
A 1920S LAKESIDE
COTTAGE LOSES A
WALL AND GAINS AN
AIRY NEW KITCHEN
WITH ATTITUDE AND
WATER VIEWS.
writer MARA BOO
photographer LAURIE BLACK
field editor BARBARA MUNDALL
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moms idea to reposition the sink so Id have a view of the lake. I just
love it. Im watching a bald eagle fish for dinner right now! Its nice
to get meditative, and then suddenly the dishes are done. Well, its as
meditative as it can be with three kids and two dogs running around.
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all the time, so theres no opportunity for dust to build up. Plus, they
keep me honest. I cant get away with shoving things behind closed
doors, since its all visible.
Not
at all, because Im pretty organized. Though one thing I hadnt
thought about is that there are no shelves on the refrigerator door
which, again, keeps me honest. I cant stockpile dribs and drabs of
condiments, like the Thai chile sauce you revisit two years later. I
have to go through it and clean things out more frequently.
What are your favorite familyfriendly features? Well, besides being able
to erase crayon marks from the counters, I like how the kids can
eat most of their meals at the island. In our old house, we had a
breakfast table in a nook, and I always felt separated from everyone.
I also love how theres no real table-clearing to do. Everyone just
passes their dishes over to the sink. Its so much easier. KBI
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revision
stainless steel and backed by windows. The softly textured glass doors
allow natural light to pass into the kitchen. BELOW LEFT: Simple mosaic glass
tiles cover the range wall. This kitchen is all about strong architectural
lines, architect Elissa Morgante says. To interrupt those lines with a fussy
focal point at the range would have been inappropriate. BELOW MIDDLE: The
islands quartz-surfacing work area includes a handy prep sink. BELOW RIGHT:
The dishwasher is concealed behind bamboo panels to enhance the clean
aesthetic. OPPOSITE: The tall, narrow window over the sink descends nearly
to the countertop, allowing an uninterrupted view of the garden below. One
of the owners is a landscape designer, so the feature is much appreciated.
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KITCHEN
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LEFT: Mirrored glass cabinets at the bar add an elegant touch with an
antiqued air that embraces the new look for the old space. BELOW LEFT:
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DESIGN TIP
A canopy
defines a
breakfast nook
within the
larger space
while adding
intimacy.
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crowd pleaser
AN ACTIVE HUB, THIS TRADITIONAL-WITH-ATWIST KITCHEN GREETS GUESTS IN STYLE.
writer MARA BOO photographer MICHAEL PARTENIO field editor ANNA MOLVIK
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The wallpapered
breakfast room echoes
the kitchens nostalgic
sensibility. Plentiful
storage accommodates
the dishes, glassware,
and serving pieces
necessary for nonstop
summer entertaining.
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This kitchen is
always full of kids,
friends, family, dogs,
and of course food,
interior designer Susan Anthony says. It is
everyones favorite place to be.
Its no wonder. My clients are very
generous hosts, Anthony says, and love to
share their summer home with guests. They
invite people to stay with them and their three
teenage children nearly every weekend. Sailing,
swimming, golf, tennis, and lots of good eating
are always on the agenda.
The homes Southampton, New York, setting
just steps from the ocean is one draw; the
promise of gathering in the welcoming kitchen
is another. Hot coee, freshly squeezed juices,
and warm-from-the-oven muns routinely
greet sleepy guests; much later, as the sun
sets, the house fills with the aroma of homecooked dinners. I cannot imagine a more
comfortableor comfortingkitchen to be in,
Anthony says of the space she designed with
then-partner Maureen Wright. Its new, but it
feels timeless, as though its always been here.
Even so, she says, Theres something fresh
about it thats almost a little bit funky.
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OPPOSITE: Generously
proportioned appliances
accommodate the serious
cooking demands that are
placed upon this kitchen
in the summer. ABOVE LEFT:
Hand-painted ceramic tiles
are cleverly arranged into
a plaid backsplash. ABOVE:
Pantry cabinets ank a pair
of concealed refrigeratorfreezers. LEFT: This customdesigned desk matches the
island base and the cabinets
in the butlers pantry. BELOW
LEFT: White bronze cabinet
hardware with a honed finish
wont pit in the salty ocean
air. BELOW: Chicken wire adds
interest to hutchlike built-in
cabinets that ank the entry
to the dining area.
SEEING
RED
A renovation brightens
a 1920s kitchen, then
packs a three-alarm
punch with a shot of
fire-engine red.
writer and field editor JORGE S. ARANGO
photographer JOHN BESSLER
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DESIGN TIP
A chimneystyle hood in an
unexpected hue
makes a bold
contemporary
statement.
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AREA
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OPPOSITE: It took 16 coats of red automotive enamel to get the perfect saturated hue for
this focal-point hood. ABOVE LEFT: A gray stri paint treatment highlights the cabinets wood
grain. ABOVE MIDDLE: A butlers pantry o the dining area was converted to a full-service bar
that includes an undercounter wine cooler and an icemaker. ABOVE RIGHT: A pot filler folds up
compactly against the white Carrara marble tile backsplash when not in use.
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One of the design teams earliest decisions was to cover the oor with a white marble
tile featuring pale gray striations. A closer look at the oor, however, revealed it was very
uneven, making tile impractical. So they discarded the materialbut not the idea. The
tiles pattern served as the inspiration for the cabinets, which Maucieri painted with a
subtle gray stri. An all-gray kitchen would have felt too modern for the Georgian-style
home, so Marocco mixed in riftsawn-oak oors in a warm honeyed stain and an oak island
stained a deeper brown. Two tones of gray concrete countertopslight on the island,
darker on the perimeterand a backsplash of attractively gray-grained Carrara marble
tile give the room plenty of textural variety and interest.
But the pice de rsistance is undoubtedly the hood. Lucia bought a standard stainlesssteel hood and had an auto-body shop spray it with 16 coats of car enamel to get the
stunningly saturated red the clients wanted. Meanwhile, Marocco picked up that shade
in the breakfast areas chairs, providing the room with just the right color balance. The
design team and homeowners are delighted with the outcome. It went from a very
traditional dark kitchen, Marocco says, to something you wouldnt expect in a Georgian
Colonial home like this. KBI
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ABOVE LEFT: A poured-concrete counter with a square edge pairs perfectly with the cabinets
modern bar pulls. ABOVE MIDDLE: Riftsawn oak in varying nishes on the island, oors, and
cabinets creates an interesting textural mix, as do the light and dark gray countertops.
ABOVE RIGHT: Chrome legs lighten the look of the island and give it furniturelike appeal.
OPPOSITE: Bumping out a wall for a bay window allowed for a round table that can seat eight.
Red leather chairs pick up the range hoods vibrant color.
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pantry
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PATCHWORK PERFECTION
A tiled backsplash, whether simple bricks
or intricate patterns, has a pieced-together
appeal much like a favorite patchwork quilt.
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fresh
focus
A RECONFIGURED
LAYOUT AND UPDATED
FINISHES GIVE AN OLD
KITCHEN NEW SPIRIT.
writer NANCY CHRISTIE
photographer JAMES SALOMON
field editor SUSAN SALOMON
Before: Mismatched
ap iances were ju
one of this mud
st
dled kitchensplw
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As a professional
kitchen designer, Tina
Rodda knows the value
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I love that my
kitchen has
transformed from
a once-dreary
room into a
cheerful space.
Tina Rodda
Takeaways
A separate prep
sink in the island
boosts eiciency,
particularly in a
larger kitchen.
A dedicated snack/
beverage area allows
family members
and guests to help
themselves without
interfering with
meal prep.
A breakaway rolling
cart at one end of
the island provides
additional prep
or serving space
wherever needed.
Mixing finishes in
cabinet hardware
and fixtures creates
a personalized look.
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contemporary-style
vanity has a roomy
bottom shelf for towels
or baskets. OPPOSITE:
The dramatic marble
tile oor was the
jumping-o point for
the entire renovation.
It took two mosaic
artists two weeks to
complete the stunning
and intricate design.
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Be
10x8
closet
wish list for a 108-foot hall bath. When Matt told me he wanted a
full-size tub and shower, double sink, and storage, I laughed, says
Toronto designer Yanic Simard, who worked with homeowner Matt
Dusk on refreshing the 1963-era space. Add further requests for a
wow factor and better acoustics (Matt, a professional singer, often
rehearses in the shower), and the task seemed almost insurmountable.
Simard devised a design that provided all of this and more. My
overall goal was to create the illusion of a larger space by using every
available inch, he says. I also wanted something elegant with a retro
style to match the decor of Matts home, but I wanted to keep it edgy.
Working with the existing layout, he swapped the standard tub
and showerhead for a shower/tub combo, squeezed in a double vanity,
and borrowed space from an adjacent closet for additional storage.
Replacing the swing-in door with a pocket door created better ow.
For the wow factor, Simard looked to the oor, where an eyecatching mosaic made of recycled marble now presides. Its especially
great when the sun comes out, Matt says. It shimmers like a
diamond. Large marble tiles on the walls complement the mosaic
oor but dont compete with it. The marble-clad walls also help unify
the space and make it appear larger. The key is to use vertical space as
much as you can, Simard says.
Matt is thrilled with the final resultsas well as the acoustics.
When you have a lot of hard surfaces, it makes for pretty good
sound, he says. KBI
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Takeaways
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A compact tub/shower
combo maximizes
function in a small bath.
Repeating materials
on the walls and oors
creates unity.
Mirrors and other
reective surfaces help
make a small space
feel larger.
An open vanity with a
shelf saves space and
oers a handy spot for
grab-and-go storage.
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This 9-foot-plus
custom vanity packs in
so much storage that
architectural designer
John Mattingly could
aord open shelves at
the bottom to help the
piece breathe.
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A WAY-BEHIND-THE-TIMES BATH
GETS A FRESH LOOK THAT MAKES
THE MOST OF A SMALL FOOTPRINT.
writer ANN WILSON
photographer GORDON BEALL
field editor EILEEN DEYMIER
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BALANCED
APPROACH
A clever layout and highfashion touches convert
an outdated bath into a
charmingly convivial retreat.
writer ANN WILSON photographer MICHAEL PARTENIO field editor ANNA MOLVIK
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DESIGN TIP
A at, sleek
edge on a
classic marble
countertop gives
the otherwise
traditional
material a
modern twist.
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LINEN
the master bathroom she shares with her husband, Steve, in their
Manhasset, New York, home. By eliminating the rooms massive
bathtub, Kerith made way for possibilities aplenty.
Kerith and her partner at Margali and Flynn Designs, Christine
Ranieri, stretched their imaginations as they attempted to stretch the
baths existing space to accommodate dual vanities, two closets, a walkin shower, and a space-stealing window required by local building codes.
This bathroom project made me think outside of the box, Kerith
says. We worked within the existing footprint, but shrunk it a bit by
adding the closets. I wanted it to still feel expansive, so we did that glass
shower, the large mirrors, and the French doors on the linen closet.
Keriths oor plan brought the walk-in closet about 4 feet into the
bathroom space, which created an alcove for the toilet. Meanwhile, a
linen closet beside the entry door steps a few feet into the room. Kerith
more than made up for the loss of square footage by introducing bright
and breezy elements that amplify light and magnify the sense of space.
She carried a calming cream, wheat, gray, and white color scheme
around the room via paneled wainscoting, oor and shower tiles,
Carrara marble countertops, and prettily patterned wallpaper. Chrome
fittings and clean-lined furnishings provide contemporary counterpoints
that give the space an unexpected edge.
I used big mirrors because I wanted to hang those cool lights,
Kerith says, referring to the large rectangular drum pendants above each
vanity. The shades pick up on the wheat-color tiles in the shower.
Kerith says these monochromatic harmonies, natural nuances,
and easy interplay of textures are what turn a smallish bathroom into
a sensational sanctuary. Because all the colors blend, but appear in
dierent ways and materials, our bathroom really has a spa feel and a
real sense of style, she says. It turned out perfectly! KBI
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