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62 CLEAR VISION Clean lines, moody hues, and

vintage touches personalize a

new kitchen.

68 FRENCH FLAIRAn elegant farmhouse

kitchen takes its style cues

from French country estates.

74 BETTER THAN NEW A century-old kitchen gains

modern function without

compromising its history.

80 FAMILY CENTRALA 1920s kitchen embraces

its lakeside location with an

airy, open design.

86 MODERN REVISIONContemporary fixtures

and finishes usher a dated

kitchen into a new era.

92 CROWD PLEASER

Traditional design gets a

fresh twist in this kitchen

equipped for a crowd.

98 SEEING REDA fire-engine-red range

hood provides a dramatic

focal point for this warm,

transitional-style kitchen.

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on the coverOpen shelving adds instant charm to a country-French-inspired kitchen. See page 68. Photographer: John Granen

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104 TUXEDO JUNCTIONCrisp contrasts give a

classic white kitchen

sophisticated style.

110 SWEET SUCCESSA colorful kitchen refl ects

its owner’s love of quilting.

116 FRESH FOCUS

A designer turns her

ineff icient kitchen into a

welcoming family hub.

122 PERFECT HARMONYFloor-to-ceiling marble

strikes a glamorous note

in this revamped bath.

126 QUIET ZONEA claw-foot tub topped

the wish list for this

restful retreat.

130 BRIGHT FUTUREUpdated finishes reveal a

bath’s true potential.

134 BALANCED APPROACHChoosing to forgo a

tub makes room for

unexpected design ideas.

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departments6 BHG.COMDiscover our best online

resources for organizing and

updating your space.

9 WHAT’S NEWBring cottage style home

with these product picks.

12 ALL ABOUTLearn how to choose and use

color with confidence.

21 QUICK PICKSSit pretty with our favorite

barstool finds.

23 10 THINGS TO LOVE ABOUT THIS KITCHENA casual coastal kitchen is

inspired by its surroundings.

27 BUYING GUIDEPick the perfect light fixtures

to brighten your space.

32 MULTIPLE CHOICESAdd color, pattern, and

personality with a distinctive

backsplash.

36 CONNECTIONS

Share your successes and

questions with us.

40 SMALL KITCHEN

Elegant materials bring

big style to a small galley

kitchen.

44 SMALL BATH

It’s hard to believe that

this sleek, contemporary

bath was once an eyesore.

46 1 BATH, 2 BUDGETS

A bath designer remakes

the same space at two

price levels.

53 30 MOST INNOVATIVE PRODUCTSFind out what award-worthy

kitchen and bath products

made our 2014 list.

138 RESOURCESDirectory of professionals

and products.

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TAKE A PHOTO!That’s right. Snap a picture now, while your kitchen or bath still

looks like a dark, dated, depressing rabbit hole. Believe me, we’ve

seen worse. And even when we think we’ve 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 it’s

a place—and space—to 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 Rodda’s fresh, breezy kitchen in Cape

Elizabeth, Maine (page 116). Its eff icient layout and stylish materials

belie its origins as a closed-off room that did little to welcome the

Roddas’ young family. Now it’s 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, Oregon—and

the ill-conceived kitchen was among the worst off enders. But a gut

remodel and addition completely transformed the way the space looks

and functions (page 74).

And then there’s the 2012 DC Design House bath remodel, a

project spearheaded by designer Allie Mann. Out went the cotton-

candy pink decor and egregious use of fl oral wallpaper, and in came

a crisp green-and-white palette, clean-lined fixtures, and abundant

cottage charm (page 130). It’s one of my all-time favorite before-and-

afters. 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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Refresh and renew your decor, and follow up on those resolutions to get (and stay!) organized.

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make a quick fix with colorTake your walls from drab to

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Fresh Cottage


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1. SLEEK CLEAN A contemporary chrome fi nish accents the sophisticated curves of this showerhead. Traditional Tempassure

thermostatic showerhead and arm, $457, Brizo, brizo.com. 2. CURVES AHEAD A simple change—a bowed front—updates 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 that’s

perfectly outfi tted with cottage charm. Artistry electric range, $649, GE, geappliances.com. 5. HARDWARE UPGRADE Punctuate

traditional white cabinetry with dark-fi nish hardware for a little added drama. Jeff rey Alexander Venezia collection cup pull ($14)

and cabinet knob ($9) in gunmetal, Elements Verona collection Rustic Bail pull in matte black ($8), Hardware Resources,

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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 fl ooring

will stand the test of time. Walnut Artesian natural fl 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 Buff et & 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.

Bursts of vibrant color mix with classic textures and new materials for energized, but still cozy, cottage style.

In LIvIng CoLorFeel confident about adding color to your kitchen or bath with this helpful guide. writer kristina mcguirk

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color schemingNo-fail ways to pick a palette for your kitchen or bath.

Check out the Better Homes and Gardens COLOR book, which features smart tips, color- and pattern-choosing advice, and specific paint palettes for every room of the home. Look for it at your local bookseller ($20).

bring it home

COLOR 101Meet the color wheel.

Primary colors are red, yellow, and blue. They combine to create all other colors.

Secondary colors—green, orange, and purple—result from combining two primary colors.

Tertiary colors, such as blue-green or red-orange, result from combining a primary color with a secondary color.

NEUTRAL

ZONE Shades of white,

black, brown, and

gray are the most

pervasive colors in

kitchens and baths

(wood fl 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.

MONOCHROMATIC: A scheme that starts with a single color, such as yellow, then uses tints and shades of that color to enliven the palette.

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.

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colorful languageWARM: Generally reminiscent of heat sources like fire and sunlight, warm hues are made with reds, yellows, and oranges.

COOL: Often oceanic in nature, cools are made with blues, greens, and purples.

NEUTRALS: Colors that are neither warm nor cool, such as white, black, and gray.

TINT: Making a color lighter by adding white. For example, pink is a tint of red.

SHADE: Darkening a color by adding black. Navy is a shade of blue. Shade also refers to a slight variation in the color.

SATURATION: The degree of a color’s purity in relation to gray. Clear colors are highly saturated. Think fire-engine red.

VALUE: The brightness of color; the higher the brightness, the more light it refl ects.

DOMINANT COLOR: The commanding color in a room. This has the most surface area, and often appears in wallcoverings such as paint, tile, and wallpaper, or cabinetry.

SECONDARY COLOR: A color used on a substantial but less widespread aspect of the room, such as an accent wall, tile, or molding.

ACCENT COLOR: A color used minimally, often in nonstructural elements, such as seating, linens, or rugs.

Samantha Thorpeeditor, Color Made Easy

“The number of colors out there can be overwhelming. But don’t be afraid to try something to brighten your kitchen that will make a personal statement.”

all about color

Pale shades are more flexible for pairing with other colors. When you think you’ve found the hue, go a step or two lighter on the paint swatch strip, and you’ll likely be much happier with the outcome.

from the pros

70Never use one color for more than 70% of a room. For a tricolor approach, try a 70/20/10

distribution. For two colors, go 70/30.

MAKE A STATEMENTIn spaces large or small, try these tips for attention-getting color.

Look up to ceilings, which are usually among the most underdeveloped elements of any room. If deep moldings, coff ers, and beams aren’t your style, try simply adding a fresh color overhead.

A colorful big-ticket item, such as a range or freestanding tub, can off er an unexpected use of color that delivers instant character.

Bold, radiant light fixtures can sometimes have more impact on a kitchen or bath than colorful walls or cabinetry.

Remember that natural materials provide color,

too. For example, a paint color might bring the

red out of woods, or tiles might highlight blues

in a stone. Not accounting for these seemingly

impartial neutrals, or failing to recognize their

roots, can ruin a finished product.

FROM THE EARTH

When sampling paint colors for walls or cabinetry, check the color throughout the day and night, and in various lighting.


all about color

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, it’s an ideal place for playing with colors and finishes.

island appeal

MOSTpiNNED!

Find us on Pinterest at pinterest.com/BHG to see

this island and other bright kitchens.


FROM THE PROS: Make wall color your last decision in a makeover. Cabinets, countertops, fl ooring, and even appliances should be chosen fi rst. Walls are usually the easiest and least expensive element to change to perfect your look.

a strong finish

KEEP CALM

Pink! Not only is it feminine, but it’s also believed to be the most calming, passive hue. It has been used in sports facilities as a psychological calming trick in visiting teams’ locker rooms, and it can do the same thing in your home through accents.

A paint’s finish can be as important as the color, especially in busy, hardworking rooms like kitchens and baths. Here’s a quick guide to the most common types.

MATTE FINISH: Rich and almost velvety looking, matte does not refl ect light. It produces a dramatic look but is hard to clean—not suited for kitchens or baths.

FLAT FINISH: Almost chalky in appearance, fl at paint’s dull finish can show wear, so it’s not the best choice for busy rooms.

SATIN FINISH: Its slight shine gives walls more dimension and makes it a bit easier to clean than fl at or matte paint.

SEMIGLOSS FINISH: This finish refl ects a lot of light—and stands up to a lot of wear—so it’s ideal for kitchens and baths.

HIGH-GLOSS FINISH: A hard finish that’s durable and easy to clean, but beware: The vibrant sheen will show fingerprints and smudges, and emphasize surface imperfections.

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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 they’re in the same color scheme. You’ll want a mix of large- and small-scale

designs. In the kitchen, try playing with backsplash tiles, a runner, or window treatments. For the bath, look toward linens, shower curtains, foor tiles, and wallpaper. In each, be sure to leave some neutral space for balance—you don’t want the patterns running into each other.

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pattern play

Samantha Thorpeeditor, Color Made Easy

“Look to a tile, rug, or artwork you love to help you select a color or two you like. Then, if you want to try it as a paint color, take the inspiration to a paint shop to create a sample quart to match that color. ”


SMART PRODUCT

Looking to paint a dark surface? Brushing a paint sample over an existing dark color will not accurately show the hue unless you use a primer first. Try SureSwatch instead! This paintable 9×12-inch film sticks to the wall and is easily removable—saving the hassle of priming and painting. Learn more online at sureswatch.com, then pick it up at Home Depot for about $1.

GET CREATIVE Go behind the scenes, adding color

inside drawers, behind cabinet doors,

or backing open shelves for surprising

doses of personality.

Where should you start looking for bath color inspiration? Think about how you use the room.

Is it a place that rejuvenates and relaxes you? Stick to cool, calming, spa-like colors: light greens and blues and sandy, bright neutrals. Or is the bath where you get energized and excited for the day? Enliven the space with fiery reds and cheery yellow. Color is a proven mood enhancer, so make the bath’s palette work for your lifestyle.

best in the bath

writer KRISTINA McGUIRK

quick picks


Jack barstool in Grand Mum: Sun | $1,126Maine Cottagemainecottage.com

John Vogel chair in acorn/charcoal | $299West Elmwestelm.com

CG Sparks Iron Swivel Stool | $116All Modernallmodern.com

Amelia cafebarstool | $218for set of twoBellacorbellacor.com

Bella Cane counter stool | $369Ballard Designsballarddesigns.com

Demeter barstool | $321Lamps Pluslampsplus.com

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EDITOR’SPICK!

Go to BHG.com/Stools to shop more of our

favorite seats for every style.

Elevate the look of your kitchen with these dashing stools that double as delightful decor and a place to perch.

I’VE NEVER UNDERSTOODWHY MY HUMAN WON’T LEAVE THE HOUSE WITHOUT HER LEASH.I THINK SHE’S AFRAlD OF GETTING LOST. BUT IT’S OK, I KIND OF LIKESHOWING HER AROUND.

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SEASIDESPIRIT

A coastal kitchen scores big on style with sophisticated

touches of beachy elegance.

2OPEN 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.

1PLEASING PALETTE

The nearby ocean inspired

a blue and white palette

in this Wilmington, North

Carolina, kitchen. Rich

wood fl ooring and black

concrete countertops

provide crisp contrast. writer KRISTINA McGUIRK

photographer BRIE WILLIAMS

field editor BONNIE BROTEN


6DARLING 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.

3SIMPLY 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.

5IN 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 fl ank the sink.

4EASYGOING CHARM

Painted shiplap siding

is an inexpensive way to

add interest behind the

open shelving. Carried

throughout the kitchen’s

walls and island base, its

cozy appeal meshes with

the beachy cottage look.

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9SPACE PLANNING

A double-oven range

provides the function

the homeowner wanted

without taking up the

space that two wall ovens

would require.

10STORAGE 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

storage—perfectly mixes

form and function.

7FAMILY FAVORITE

Inspired by the

homeowners’ love of

collecting seashells, the

kitchen’s focal point is

the custom concrete

backsplash—a mix of

concrete and locally

gathered shells.

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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.

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Layout, Layering, and Light output.

Focus on those three Ls when lighting

a space, says Denise Dick, a certified

master kitchen and bath designer

and the owner of Signature Kitchens

by Design in Carrollton, Texas.

“Understand that there are several

diferent lighting scenarios you need,

including ambient, task, and accent,”

Dick says. “Never rely on one fixture

to accomplish several tasks.”

In addition to the hardworking

recessed ceiling lights and

undercabinet lighting, here are

common task and ambient lighting

options that add style to your space.

Ceiling-mount fxtures distribute

ambient lighting evenly throughout

a room. They come in two main

varieties: Flush-mount fixtures fit

snugly against the ceiling, while

semifush fixtures hang about a foot

below the ceiling.

Pendants hang from the ceiling

on a downrod, cord, or chain. They

supply eye-level illumination that

makes them ideal for task lighting

over an island or counter.

Chandeliers are attention-

grabbing fixtures that draw the eye

upward. Supplement chandeliers with

additional fixtures to supply suficient

brightness to the room.

Sconces provide task lighting and

are usually mounted on walls in pairs,

one on each side of an object, such as

a kitchen window or bath mirror.

When shopping for lights, consider

scale and proportion, and measure

carefully. “In stores, fixtures tend to

look smaller than they do once you

bring them home,” Dick says.

Also think about light output.

As natural light changes in a room

throughout the day, or as you desire

a certain mood, your bulbs might

shine too brightly. Putting lights on

dimmers allows you to get the exact

level of illumination you want.

On the following pages you’ll find

stunning fixtures to light your kitchen

or bath. Ready, set, glow!

glowingattraction

Kitchens and baths shine a little brighter with the right

mix of lighting fixtures. writer Katie RynaRd

buying guide

Left: Elegant swirls unwind into two shaded lights for one eye-catching fixture. Catherine sconce, $420, Circa Lighting, circalighting.com.


28 kitchen + bath ideas spring 2014

51. art deco Modern lines and classic materials create a stylish,

versatile fixture for any decor. Livex Lighting Park Ridge

semifush, $98, AllModern, allmodern.com. 2. nautical nod

A cast-aluminum cage, a white glass dome, and wing-nut hardware

pay homage to turn-of-the-century naval design. Circa 1900

Streamliner fush-mount, $279, Restoration Hardware, rh.com.

3. rustic ambience Boasting bold iron details and a

reclaimed-wood finish, this striking fixture has staying power.

Alsace 3-light semifush, $238, Savoy House, savoyhouse.com.

4. old-Fashioned charm Curvy legs atop oval-shape opal

glass help this fixture look right at home in rooms with a vintage

vibe. Beacon semifush, $509, Hudson Valley Lighting,

hudsonvalleylighting.com. 5. radiant glam A laser-cut metal

shade surrounds crystal light strands, while xenon bulbs emit a

golden glow, showing that contemporary style needn’t be cold. Inca

7-light fush, $298, ET2 Contemporary Lighting, et2online.com.

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ceilingCeiling-mount fixtures lend subtle style— and leave plenty of headroom.

buying guide

51. InvItIng glow This Mission-style chandelier’s rustic glass

faux candles provide warm illumination. Allen + Roth 6-light

oil-rubbed bronze chandelier, $159, Lowe’s, lowes.com.

2. Master MIxology Oversize gray beads cascade from an

aged-bronze frame, easily transforming a so-so space into something

special. Beaded Basket chandelier, $499, Shades of Light,

shadesofight.com. 3. sculptural appeal Hand-wrought

interlocking iron spheres surround delicate fame lights for an

exposed style statement. Orb chandelier, $399, Ballard Designs,

ballarddesigns.com. 4. sparklIng personalIty Blown-glass

bubbles drip of a whimsical silver-leaf frame, creating a frothy focal

point. Quantum 4-light chandelier, $1,860, Currey & Company;

curreycodealers.com. 5. perfect Balance Polished chrome,

crisp opal-etched glass shades, and simple lines give this classic look

a contemporary interpretation. Malibu collection 3-light single-

tier chandelier, $230, Feiss, feiss.com.

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51. STRAIGHTFORWARD STYLE Heavy-gauge brass and

exposed hardware bring an industrial edge to kitchens and baths.

Irvine double sconce base, starting at $179, Schoolhouse Electric

& Supply Co., schoolhouseelectric.com. 2. URBAN OUTFITTED

A rich wood-veneer base and a textured fabric shade are backed with

polished chrome to create a well-tailored classic. Cameron 1-light

sconce, $239, Fredrick Ramond by Hinkley Lighting,

fredrickramond.com. 3. UNDERSTATED ELEGANCE A simple

shade tops a graceful frame, proving that less really can be more.

Millennium 1-light pocket sconce, $163, Quoizel, quoizel.com.

4. FLEXIBLE FUNCTION This library light’s adjustable arm

stylishly sheds light on any task. Reed swing-arm sconce, $340,

Rejuvenation, rejuvenation.com. 5. CRISP CONTEMPORARY

Energy-effi cient fl uorescent lighting casts a warm glow off this

no-frills design that meshes with every decor. Candre sconce,

$487, Robern, robern.com.

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51. aged Beauty Suspended on a sleek metal downrod, a

mercury-glass schoolhouse shade lends a just-right touch of

shimmer. Everly pendant, $270, Kichler, kichler.com. 2. Bold

geometry A gold-leaf Greek key pattern frames an interior linen

shade for dimensional contrast. Hicks gold leaf pendant, $715,

Worlds Away, worlds-away.com. 3. modern Silhouette

A streamlined glassless lantern cages an edgy candelabra, turning

two classics toward the contemporary. Fulton stem-hung 4-light

pendant, $499, Hinkley Lighting, hinkleylighting.com. 4. Clear

View An oversize glass orb on a fabric cord boasts enough weight

to stand alone, but it also plays nice when grouped with others.

Globe pendant, $99, West Elm, westelm.com. 5. fit to print

A punchy print dresses up this drum-style swag pendant and adds a

pretty pop of color. Swag style Aster Ivory shade, $130, Lamps

Plus, lampsplus.com.

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A Better BAcksplAshAdd style while protecting your walls with these backsplash ideas.writer Kristina mcguirK

multiple choices


USEFUL NICHE Recessing an area of the backsplash produces a

handy spot for your most-used cooking utensils and ingredients.

Using all the same tile makes the niche “fl oat” above the cooktop.

STRONG DEFENSE For the chef who tends to make a mess

around the stove top, a sheet of stainless steel provides the ultimate

protection for the wall while making it easy to clean up.

COTTAGE CHARM Beaded board gives walls texture—and as this

kitchen shows, sometimes color, too! Try running it up the wall and

behind open shelving for a tailored look.

BOLD TILE Express your personality with a dramatically patterned

ceramic or porcelain tile. Let the color and pattern complement your

style while adding interest to a kitchen with simple cabinetry.


map quest Show of exactly where you found inspiration for your

kitchen design. Here, Parisian character comes from a vintage map

that’s applied with wallpaper paste and covered with polyurethane.

frame up Simply framing decorative, patterned tile with liner tiles

amid a wall of subway tile will create an easy—and, most important,

durable—work of art above the range.

sleek panels Convey contemporary style with large back-

painted glass panels. The lack of grout lines makes the look

streamlined and easy to clean. Plus, it refects ambient light.

Glamour shot Let your walls shine, literally, with a stunning

metallic mosaic. The shimmering accent is an unexpectedly elegant

addition that complements polished appliances and fixtures.

multiple choices

blurred lines

Slim linear tiles bring

color and texture with a

modern twist. The

condensed pattern does

not overwhelm the room,

so you can run it the

length of the wall.


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TWO FOR ONE IN THE BATH?

My bath has two sinks on the same cabinet. I want to know if having dual sinks is standard now in a master bathroom, or

can I gain more space by installing a single-basin sink since it’s just me? Is it better for resale down the road to keep it as is?—T. Freeman, via e-mail

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“Today, master bathroom designs almost always include double

sinks as a standard feature. Our real estate brokers from across

the country agree double sinks are better for resale. However, if you feel

like having one sink would greatly improve your lifestyle, get creative

with the newfound space to add value, such as including a vanity or

vertical storage unit with the lowest section housing electrical outlets for

hair dryers, curling irons, and electric razors.”—Sherry Chris, president

and CEO, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, LLC.

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on the road Last October, we joined designers,

bloggers, and other members of the

media at the headquarters of sub-Zero

and Wolf in Madison, Wisconsin. Between

cooking demonstrations and factory

tours, we learned about the styles and

cooking trends infuencing product

design—and even got to see one of our

30 Most innovative products in person!

(see page 53 for the full lineup.)

Bathroom RemodelingWe talk a lot about what’s on the walls of kitchens and baths, but what’s behind them is just as important. Check out Purple XP drywall—it’s moisture-resistant, with added mold and mildew resistance in the core and paper, making it an ideal choice for water-centric kitchens and baths. It’s also Greenguard-certified for indoor air quality. L earn more at askforpurple.com.

LIGHTS OUT In 2014, we complete the lighting industry’s 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 package’s Lighting Facts panel, similar to the nutrition panel on food products. For quick reference, Energy Used indicates what wattage of incandescent bulb you’re replacing. Check out americanlightingassociation.com to learn more about picking the right bulb.

Color of the Year2014 has a bright future

with Radiant Orchid

as Pantone’s Color of

the Year! Although

we don’t anticipate it

dominating the scene

for cabinetry or tile,

we do think the hue

will provide a stunning

accent to many of the

common color palettes

in kitchens and baths.

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COOKING WITH STEAMLast year we joined appliance manufacturer

Miele in Seattle to learn about how technology

is influencing cooking trends. After exploring the

rich culin ary history of the city and the Pike Place

Market, the group of designers and media prepared

a meal with Miele’s CombiSteam technology, trying

foods such as homemade pastries and succulent

chicken—with delicious results!

DIY DIVINEA shout-out to reader Holly Sylvester, who spent months researching and planning her new kitchen, even creating a cardboard model to get it just right. By making smart choices, she was able to aff ord her must-haves for the mostly DIY kitchen, including new appliances, hardwood fl oors, granite counters, and LED lighting. IKEA cabinets are a budget-friendly choice that still have high-end amenities such as soft-close drawers. “I have more seating, more work space, and a much more eff icient setup,” she writes. Thanks for sharing your inspiring story, Holly.

Simple Wine StorageCreate a wine cabinet this weekend with this easy-to-install system. The horizontal design keeps bottles stored at the right level, and it fi 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 fi t your needs. This is a quick way to add a luxurious amenity to the kitchen you already have! Starting at $299, wine-logic.com.


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stylist and photographer JAMES YOCHUM

field editor GISELA ROSE

This little gem of a kitchen makes room for everything its owners want, including

a stunning view.

IT’S YOUR DREAM lakefront property,

but the kitchen is small and

outdated. Do you keep looking or

start cooking? For Mike and Milissa

Castrucci, it was an easy decision:

The location of their Harbor Springs,

Michigan, house was perfect; the

kitchen just needed some help to

get there, too. Still, they had a tall

order for a room so short on space.

The kitchen had to accommodate

the couple and their three young

daughters while capitalizing on

gorgeous views.

“We made absolutely every inch

count,” certifi ed kitchen designer

Liz Firebaugh says. “For example, we

specifi ed a range rather than using a

separate wall oven and cooktop. We

also integrated storage enhancements

like tray dividers, utensil and

silverware dividers, and double

pullouts for recycling and trash.”

At 144 square feet, the U-shape

kitchen benefi ts from high ceilings—

and cabinetry that reaches all the way

up to them. Firebaugh designed the

room to be a hardworking dynamo.

“There’s functional work space with a

microwave, refrigerator, and range at

one end, then a serving and cleanup

area at the other end,” she says. “This

way, one person can be cooking and

preparing the meal, and another

person can be on the opposite side

of the sink preparing a salad or

unloading the dishwasher. Neither

one gets in the way of the other.”

Form and function aside, there’s

also the matter of a stunning harbor

view. Soft blue walls and a bank of

windows above the sink help the

room melt into the water outside. An

arched pass-through to the adjoining

dining and living rooms furthers the

feeling of openness. “With all of that

open space and natural lighting, you

do not feel like you are in a small

kitchen at all,” Firebaugh says.

small kitchen

OPPOSITE: “The kitchen

was a galley before the

remodel,” designer Liz

Firebaugh says. “There

used to be a door where

the range is now.”

THIS PHOTO: An arched

toe-kick at the sink adds

elegance to the long line

of white-painted cabinets

and paneled appliances.

EYE-CATCHING CABINETRY

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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: Polished-

nickel finishes are among

the chic touches that

help bring the kitchen’s

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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R/FMW

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small kitchen

Honed quartzite countertops

and white painted cabinetry help

achieve the timeless cottage design

Milissa had in mind for the kitchen,

while elegant details like polished-

nickel hardware and furniture-

style architectural elements on the

cabinetry make it chic and graceful.

It all works perfectly for the

Castruccis. Milissa says she wouldn’t

change a thing. “Our new kitchen

has everything we need and more. I

love the cottage charm it off ers with

such a classic, simple design.” She

continues, “Looking out at the water

from our kitchen is what we really

love the most. That is why we chose

to be on the water—so our home

could capture all of what the harbor

has to off er.” KBI


FACED WITH A DISMAL, crowded hall

bath, you might not expect much

from a remodel. But Maria and Paul

Johnston set their expectations

high—and were rewarded with a

sleek retreat in less than 63 square

feet. Packed with storage, it keeps

clutter out of sight and works like a

bath twice its size.

“It’s all about form and function,”

says Maria, who gravitates toward

modern Italian design. “I wanted

everything to be beautiful as well

as practical, and I wasn’t willing to

sacrifice either one.”

Neither was bath designer Tanya

Woods. “This is the only bath serving

the main-fl oor living areas and two

bedrooms,” Woods says, so it must

serve not only as a family bath, but

also as a powder room and guest bath.

Woods used clever tricks to visually

expand the room. She tweaked the

fl oor plan, consolidating open space

in the middle to create an airy layout.

In the original 1950s plan, the tub/

shower stretched along one side of the

room, with the toilet and sink on the

other side, leaving a tight center aisle.

Meanwhile, at the end of the room, a

linen cupboard perched over basement

stairs opened into “funky dead space.”

Woods moved the tub into the dead

space, then turned the cupboard into

two niches—one in the shower—with

open shelving.

For her next space-expanding trick,

the designer fl oated custom wenge

wood cabinetry off the fl oor, so the

lines of the fl oor extend from wall to

wall. “It’s amazing how big a diff erence

this makes,” Maria says. Woods also

made generous use of mirrors and

glass. The refl ective surfaces create

the illusion of more space while

amplifying light throughout the bath.

Eurochic 4×24-inch porcelain wall tile

extends to the ceiling—continuing

behind cabinets to eliminate awkward

STRETCHING EXERCISE

writer ANDRIA HAYDAY

photographer BETH SINGER

field editor KHRISTI S. ZIMMETH

Small but smart, this Michigan bath accommodates

family and guests alike.

small bath


Before: Dull, dated fixtures cramped this bathÕs style.

cuts. “The clean lines draw your eye

around the room,” Woods says.

One of Maria’s favorite

improvements is the lighting. When

guests are expected, she turns off the

recessed cans, dims the pendants, and

lights up a mosaic-lined niche and the

long mirror, which is subtly backlit.

“It’s welcoming and elegant,” Maria

says, “with a little sexiness.”

Her insistence that everything

be practical as well as beautiful has

definitely paid off . Soon after the 2010

remodel, this bath became “splash

central” for Paul and Maria’s baby boy.

The look stayed fresh through it all,

Maria says. “I love the big sink, and

with all the tile, splashes are never a

problem.” KBI


OPPOSITE: Luxe tile and fl oating

cabinetry distinguish this Euro-inspired

bath. ABOVE LEFT: Because the sink and

dressing table are slightly off set from

each other, it’s easier to maneuver in

the small bath. ABOVE MIDDLE: Tucked

into the wall, shelves off er discreet

storage in the shower. ABOVE RIGHT: The

deep corner cabinet contains accessory

and linen storage and a hamper. LEFT:

A rain-style showerhead and heated

towel rack pamper guests.

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BEFORE

THE PROBLEMS1. The vanity did not properly

balance the oversize built-in tub

on the opposite wall.

2. Separate rooms for the

toilet and shower were wasting

valuable space in the foor plan.

3. Heavy woods mixed with

dismal wall color darkened the

already lifeless palette.

4. The cavelike shower was

dark and cramped—poor

conditions for a place to

start or end the day.

ROOM FOR LuxuRyA simple space gets bold upgrades for a more stylish, livable bath.writer Kristina mcguirK

photographer marty Baldwin

illustrator ann weiss

one bath, two budgets

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DESIGNER

“I wanted to create two completely diferent looks, but with the primary focus of opening up the walls for a spacious feel.” Jules Dufy designer


Jules Dufy’s fresh perspective reinvents

old spaces with bold style that you can live

in. See more of the New Jersey-based designer’s work at julesdufy.com.

Pairing a sleek desk

with a fun mirror fashions a makeup

vanity that embraces the bath’s clean lines. The pouf is

a whimsical touch.

STYLISH DOUBLE VANITIES

Twice is nice when it comes to a busy shared space like a master bath. Check out BHG.com/DoubleVanity for spaces that benefit from twice the style, too.

one bath, two budgets value solution

Choosing materials

with similar color palettes allows the varying patterns of the window shade,

wallpaper, and rug to coexist.


LIGHTING Hudson Valley Trinity two-light sconce | $239Luxury Lighting Directluxurylightingdirect.com

WALLPAPER Butterfly Garden in aqua | $72 per rollThibautthibautdesign.com

TOILET Kohler Santa Rosa comfort-height one piece in white | $328Lowe’slowes.com

FAUCET Grohe Essence widespread inchrome | $264Home Depothomedepot.com

FIXTURESProduits Neptune tub Grohe Essence 8-inch widespread faucets Symmons Ballina shower combo kitWhittington Mahon freestanding bath fillerKohler Santa Rosa white comfort-height toilet

CABINETRYWorlds Away Jared white and stainless-steel deskOverstock.com Windham soft white vanities with white marble tops

SURFACES Virtue Tile Ariostea Verde Brasil fl oor tilesVirtue Tile Porcelanosa Yakarta shower wall tilesThibaut Butterfl y Garden metallic wallpaper in aquaSolistone Cayman Blue pebble shower fl oor tiles

MISCELLANEOUSCustom glass shower enclosureZinc Door Mirror Image framed pagoda mirror Relaxed Roman shade with Ogee pattern fabric in aquamarine from theshadestore.comHudson Valley Trinity two-light bath sconces Pegasus 24-inch medicine cabinets with silver beveled mirrorsShades of Light hemp netting drum pendantFabulous Furs ivory Mongolian lamb faux fur poufRuglots.com Jaipur Maroc Nyasha 3×5 rugAqua Teak shower bench

TOTALprices are estimates, excluding installation

$1,496$528$515

$430$328

$1,963 $1,172

$2,030$933$864$220

$3,000$785$542

$478$296

$239$199$171$150

$16,339

VALUE BUDGETTHE SOLUTIONS1. Ditching the separate toilet and shower rooms

allowed for an open fl oor plan that feels less

constricted. A partial wall still provides privacy for

the toilet.

2. Moving the shower to the tub wall created a

more balanced bathing area opposite the vanities.

3. Earthy hues and nature-inspired design in the

wheat-color shower walls, pebble tile shower fl oor,

garden-theme wallpaper, and hemp cage light have

a relaxing aura that lightens the space.

4. Two petite, separate vanities serve the same

purpose as the previous two-sink unit but without

crowding the room. Their small structure allows a

makeup vanity to also fit into the space.

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AFTER


A marble countertop

and plumbing fixtures transform a piece of furniture into a simple vanity

that contrasts with the graphic

wallpaper.

one bath, two budgets custom solution

“The sofa wall is meant to

be inviting,” Duff y says. “It makes the space more

of a lounge and less of a bathroom.”

FIXTURESRohl widespread Zephyr faucets in Tuscan brassRohl Michael Berman oil-rubbed bronze shower with diverter Toto Eco Promenade toiletRohl oil-rubbed bronze 8-inch Anti-Cal showerheadKohler Verticyl oval undermount sinks

CABINETRYZentique Chloe chests Custom marble vanity tops

SURFACES Hacienda Design Studio Cape Town pattern fl ooring with Vienna pattern borderOnyx slab shower wallsClarence House Tibet pattern wallpaper in navy

MISCELLANEOUSCustom loveseat by Jules Duff y in Designers Guild Iona pomegranate fabric Ro Sham Beaux Gigi ghost agate bead chandelierCustom glass shower enclosure Custom Kravet linen 27847-50 window treatments with Samuel & Sons Greek Fret border in lemonArteriors Ice large clear faceted pendants GO Home Ltd. Criss Cross MirrorsInfinity Drain FXMN65 shower drainWorlds Away Bamboo fl oor lamp

TOTALprices are estimates, excluding installation

$1,516$864

$349$320

$234

$4,125$2,000

$3,500

$3,000$1,500

$3,870

$3,120$3,000$2,550

$1,980$1,900

$695$623

$35,146

CUSTOM BUDGET

AFTER

THE SOLUTIONS1. A loveseat replaces the unused tub. It’s a

dramatic change that doesn’t alter the available

space—but does create a more intimate setting.

2. Taking risks with new products, like the boldly

patterned concrete fl ooring and dramatic wallpaper,

pays off when the elements are paired with more

traditional finishes, silhouettes, and fabrics. The

result is a stylish and tailored high-end look.

3. Installing both rain-style and handheld

fixtures upgrades the shower to a more

spa-like experience.

4. Running the same fl ooring throughout the

bath (including the shower) creates a visual

consistency that, paired with the glass shower

enclosure, makes the space appear larger. The

design tricks the eye into seeing the shower as

connected to the main area of the fl oor plan.

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Our favorite kitchen and bath products of the year combine

smart function, seamless style, and cutting-edge technology.

MOST INNOVATIVE

2014

Why stick with stainless steel when you can choose from a new line of 10 textured paints and finishes that add drama and dimension to your range? Textures range (shown in Premium Copper Vein color), $10,000 for RNB484GCBV1 shown, BlueStar, bluestarcooking.com.

TEXTURED FINISHES

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2BARELY-THERE DRAIN

Understated styling lets you beautifully integrate your shower drain with surrounding tile or stone, making the drain all but disappear. StyleDrain Tile, $397–$589, California Faucets, californiafaucets.com.

The asymmetrical, organic shape of this tub is striking from any angle. As you view it from diff erent places in the room, its shape seems to shift and take on a new fl uidity. Juliet tub, $6,995–$10,655, MTI Baths, mtibaths.com.

GRACEFUL FORM

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With this 14-inch shower arm, you can enjoy the soothing soak of a rain-style showerhead—without the plumbing and remodeling costs associated with adding a standard ceiling-mount version. Arris shower arm, from $94, Moen, moen.com.

EASY UPGRADE

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8Feel free to open another bottle of wine, thanks to this temperature-controlled four-bottle wine dispenser. An argon-gas preservation system keeps your wine fresh for up to 60 days. Discovery WineStation, from $5,299, Dacor, dacor.com.

4-BOTTLE DISPENSER

5PRO-STYLE FUNCTION FOR LESSNow you can have a professional-style range hood—with a 1,200-cfm blower powerful enough to pair with a pro-style range—at a surprisingly aff ordable price. This hood has five speed settings, a light that tells you when to clean the filter, and an auto-delay feature that shuts the hood off five minutes after you’re done cooking. Siena Pro hood, $1,299, Zephyr, zephyronline.com.

6VERSATILE COOKWAREThanks to removable handles, these pots easily transition from cookware to serving dishes. Plus, they’ll take up less room in your kitchen cabinet and dishwasher. Strate Removable Handle Collection, $1,189 for a 13-piece set, Cristel, cristelusa.com.

7 This minimalist faucet is about more than just good looks; it allows you to choose between a fl 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 surface area. Axor Starck Organic faucet, from $520, Axor, hansgrohe-usa.com/axor.

WATER-SAVING STYLE

Change can be diffi cult—that’s why Kohler introduced this dual-fl ush handle that brings traditional lever style to water-saving dual-fl ush toilets (which usually have a push-button fl ush). Push the bottom lever for a 1.1-gallon fl ush or both levers for a 1.6-gallon fl ush. Dual-Flush Trip Lever feature, available on the Wellworth ($254) and Highline ($340) toilets, Kohler, us.kohler.com.

OLD MEETS NEW

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11INSTANT SPARKING WATER

The sparkling-water dispenser in this four-door refrigerator takes the standard water and ice dispenser up a notch. RF31FMESBSR four-door refrigerator, $3,699, Samsung, samsung.com.

REALISTIC WOOD LOOKS

Hardwood-inspired designs bring an amazingly real wood look and feel to laminate countertops. Available in a dark chocolate reclaimed-wood look or with a light maple color and grain. Blocked Wood designs in the Wilsonart Premium Collection, $31 per square foot installed, Wilsonart, wilsonart.com.

With this easy-to-use online tool, you can design your own Cuerda Seca tiles and create a one-of-a-kind backsplash or fl ooring design. Choose the colors you want to have hand-painted on any of more than 150 existing tile patterns. Color-it tool, Fireclay Tile, fi reclaytile.com/color-it.

CUSTOM DESIGNS

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14 Cabinet doors with a hand-hammered appearance promise to bring a new dimension to your kitchen. The new door style pairs a 2¹/₈-inch frame with several glass-insert options. Vetro Hammered Bronze Door, see showroom for pricing, KraftMaid, kraftmaid.com.

RUGGED TEXTURE

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Editor, Kitchen + Bath Ideas®

16Enjoy filtered water in your master bath without a separate fi lter fixture. This space-savvy faucet does it all. Perrin & Rowe Contemporary 3-Lever lavatory filtration faucet, $1,598, Rohl, rohlhome.com.

FILTERED WATERFOR THE BATH

13CLEANING POWERHaving trouble getting those travel mugs and baby bottles clean? This dishwasher features 16 jets integrated into the top rack to help clean hard-to-reach spots of dried coff ee or milk. GE Profile Series stainless-steel-interior dishwasher (PDT750SSFSS), $1,299, GE Appliances, geappliances.com.

Two separate temperature zones allow you to keep wine and other beverages properly stored in one unit. Indoor and outdoor models are available. 24-inch Signature Series dual-zone refrigerator/wine reserve, from $3,249, Perlick, perlick.com.

FLEXIBLE COOLING


ULTIMATE LUXURY

17The shower takes on a whole new look and feel with this 63-inch-tall column that features an integrated chromatherapy system with LED lighting and multiple spray options, including a gentle rain shower, a waterfall, and body sprays. Available in chrome, architectural black, or architectural white. Ametis shower column, price upon request, Graff , graff -faucets.com.

The best innovations bring daily satisfaction and make life easier.

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Senior Editor, Home DesignBetter Homes and Gardens®

This LED bulb looks like a standard lightbulb and off ers light that mimics that of an incandescent bulb—but it saves energy and lasts far longer. 40-watt replacement lightbulb, $9.97, Cree, Inc. (available through Home Depot), creebulb.com.

A BETTER BULB

18Enjoy the beauty of marble and the durability of porcelain. Available in several sizes, these marble-look field tiles can be used on interior fl oors, interior and exterior walls, and countertops. Virtue porcelain tile collection, $7.14–$9.58 per square foot uninstalled, Crossville, crossvilleinc.com.

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20Improved imaging technology takes laminate fl ooring to a new level with random plank widths and realistic textures that mimic reclaimed hardwood fl oors. Architectural Remnants laminate fl ooring, $3.47–$4.99 per square foot uninstalled, Armstrong Floor Products, armstrong.com.

HIGH-END LAMINATE

This innovative blower system operates at 2–3 sones quieter than other systems, removes smoke and odors up to 30 percent faster, and is up to 22 times more energy-effi cient. The system is now available on 19 Best-brand range hood designs. Best iQ Blower System, $1,500–$4,000, Best, bestrangehoods.com.

QUIETLY EFFECTIVE

23SMART COOKTOPInstead of featuring standard burners, this induction cooktop recognizes cookware size, shape, and position to provide heat wherever it’s needed. Like other induction cooktops, it off ers fast and precise temperature control and a surface that stays cool to the touch. Freedom induction cooktop, $5,499, Thermador, thermador.com.

These digital faucets for the sink and tub let you save customized settings for water temperature, fl ow rate, and duration—so you can streamline morning routines and save water, too. Bonus: An LED light ring indicates water temperature. Electronica faucets, starting at $3,295, Blu Bathworks, blubathworks.com.

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MUSIC TO YOUR EARS

Singing in the shower takes on new meaning with a wireless shower music system that lets you connect with up to eight smartphones or other audio devices. Plus, you can select tracks and control volume without leaving the shower. AudioWizard, $1,300, Mr. Steam, mrsteam.com.

Thanks to cutting-edge nanotechnology, this Organic LED chandelier features ultra-slim ¾-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.

BARELY THERE

This four-door fridge includes a magnetically sealed compartment within the right-hand door, so you can access often-used items without letting cool air escape from the whole refrigerator. 4-Door French-Door Refrigerator with Door-in-Door, $3,699, LG, lg.com.

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28CUSTOM-COLOR VENTILATIONCreate a stunning focal point in your kitchen with a glass range hood. Several standard colors are available, or you can match your favorite hue. I-435 hood (shown in Rojo), $5,195, Streamline Hoods, streamlinehoods.com.

27 A handleless design gives this oven a distinct low profile to complement its sleek new look. And thanks to relocated fans, the back wall curves out, creating more usable space inside. M Series contemporary double oven, available late 2014, Wolf Appliance, Inc., subzero-wolf.com.

STYLE AND FUNCTION

30Perfect for installing on a kitchen island, this faucet features 360-degree rotation so you can use it to clean up at your prep sink, then turn it around to fill up a pot on the other side. Pivot faucet, $1,800–$2,700, Dornbracht, dornbracht.com.

FAUCET REVOLUTION

29This new surface created by extreme heat and pressure off ers a fl ooring, wall, or countertop material that’s highly resistant to scratches and absorbs little water. Large-format slabs in many colors and textures can be used indoors and out. Dekton, $58–$96 per square foot installed, Cosentino, dekton.com/usa.

VERSATILE SURFACE


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writer CANDACE ORD MANROE photographer MICHAEL PARTENIO field editor ANNA MOLVIK

A YOUNG FAMILY PLANS A DREAM

KITCHEN—THEN MAKES IT COME

TRUE, DOWN TO THE LAST DETAIL.


A mix of dark and light

neutrals and streamlined

forms creates a moody,

modern impression in

this kitchen addition.

Small-pane windows

and a beaded-board

coff ered ceiling are nods

to the original home’s

1920s vintage.

Before: Lime overpowers the kitchen’s bland finishes.


ive years in a cramped kitchen can

be more than a lesson in frustration.

For Diane and Lawrence Millar, it was

the tutorial that helped them define

precisely what they wanted in a kitchen

addition to their circa-1920s home in

Westchester County, New York.

“After living that long with a small, old-fashioned

kitchen, we knew how we wanted our new space to

look and work when we built it onto the back of the

house in 2011,” Diane says. Their dream kitchen teams

her sophisticated aesthetic—clean-lined and moody—

with high-performance features fine-tuned for the

couple and their 7-year-old daughter, Mirabel.

Twice the size of the original, the new 20×20-foot

space ensured enough room for everything on their

wish list. “Previously, we had an island but no room for

a table,” Diane says. “We wanted a true eat-in kitchen,

with both. We wanted space for Mirabel to do art

projects and hang out with friends while I cook.”

That feel-good gathering place is a breakfast area

bathed in natural light from four tall windows. The kid-

friendly vinyl banquette is a cheery sunfl ower hue. “It’s

poppy in this room of moody grays,” Diane says.

The kitchen’s large scale allowed Diane to “take the

plunge” and forgo hanging cabinets for sleek metal

shelves—one of her favorite features. “I love the

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OPPOSITE TOP: Instead of

bulky overhead cabinets,

stainless-steel shelves fl ank

the range for a bistro look.

A small prep sink with a

water-filtration system was

high on homeowner Diane

Millar’s wish list. OPPOSITE

BOTTOM: A microwave

drawer on the range side

of the island is easy to use

and visually discreet. THIS

PHOTO: The pro-style range

includes a double griddle

option perfect for whipping

up Saturday breakfast.


openness and cleanness of the modern steel shelves.”

The shelves’ streamlined look is enhanced by

a backsplash of handmade off -white ceramic tiles.

Warmth and depth come from an ebony-stained oak

fl oor, pale gray cabinets, and a deeper blue-gray island

topped with a thick maple butcher-block counter. “The

kitchen has an almost bistro feel,” Diane says. In fact,

its inspiration was her favorite California restaurant.

To ensure adequate storage, the Millars calculated

their needs down to the cubic inch. Then architect

Bjorn Slate built a deep pantry that wraps around

the built-in fridge. On the opposite wall, a bespoke

fl oor-to-ceiling cabinet gets more specialized: One of

its doors houses a much-used cordless vacuum. Lower

drawers organize Mirabel’s school supplies. The center

bump-out is a not-so-typical beverage station.

“We’re not coff ee drinkers,” Diane says. “We’re

more of a sweet-tooth family. This is where we make

milkshakes, hot chocolate, and smoothies.” The

cabinet’s design and placement allow their commercial

milkshake machine and blender to remain conveniently

out in the open without being in the way.

“We knew how we wanted to use the kitchen for

our family,” Diane says. “We didn’t feel any pressure to

make it conform to what other people might want.” KBI


OPPOSITE TOP: The deep

main sink handles

dishes with ease.

OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT:

The refrigerator/freezer

is built in with the

pantry. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM

RIGHT: Custom cabinetry

meets the family’s

needs. THIS PHOTO: The

soul of the room is the

breakfast area, where

the banquette adds a

shot of vivid color.

TakeawaysMixing neutrals, such

as gray, white, and

wood tones, provides

a clean, modern look

without the sterility of

an all-white kitchen.

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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.

An oversize island

is the centerpiece of

Andrea and James

Clarke’s French-inspired

kitchen. Exposed beams,

open shelving, and

an apron-front sink

contribute to the

room’s vintage allure.


french flairA FAMILY’S DREAM

KITCHEN CAPTURES

THE ROMANCE

OF THE FRENCH

COUNTRYSIDE.

writer MERVYN KAUFMAN

photographer JOHN GRANEN

field editor BONNIE BROTEN


Serendipity, perhaps. But when a certain country-French-inspired

home in Provo, Utah, came on the market, Andrea and James

Clarke were ready to sign the contract before they had even set foot

inside. “I remember the excitement I felt when we fi rst walked in,”

says Andrea, who had driven by the home with James repeatedly,

watching for a “For Sale” sign. One day, as if by magic, the sign

appeared—and the home quickly changed hands.

A collaboration between architectural designer Craig Peterson

and builder Kevin Brooks, the custom home was originally built

for interior designer Desirée Brooks (Kevin’s daughter) and her

husband, Matt. Desirée had wanted a distinctly foreign fl avor,

particularly in the kitchen, where vintage-inspired details,

warm wood accents, and subtle color balance the room’s

generous proportions.

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OPPOSITE: An apron-front sink and bridge-style faucet are positioned

to take advantage of sunlight and views. ABOVE: New wicker chairs

with the distressed look of vintage French furniture pull up to the

island’s dining side. Ceiling beams are poplar stained to match the

room’s fl ooring.

“Desirée wanted something that was a bit country but a little

formal as well,” says Peterson, who also ensured that the kitchen

would comfortably cater to its owners’ cooking, storage, and

entertaining needs. A large island, designed to resemble an oversize

country table, anchors the room, off ering ample space for food prep,

serving, and casual dining. Steps from the island, a French stove

tucks into a niche framed with wood beams and clad in blue-green

ceramic subway tile.

Kitty-corner from the stove, a glass-front refrigerator hints at

the space’s hardworking capability, and an apron-front sink adds

another vintage touch. Open shelves put everyday dinnerware on

display and highlight the room’s casually elegant vibe.

For Andrea, who entertains often and cooks for a family that

includes three young children, her kitchen—like her home—retains

its initial appeal. “I think the kitchen has nurtured our children’s

desire to learn to cook, because with all that space, it’s easy for them

to pull up a step stool and get in on the action.” KBI


TOP LEFT: Andrea so admired the original homeowners’ collection of

Italian glasses and plates that she bought every item. She also agreed

that pretty table- and glassware should be displayed, not shut away

in cupboards. MIDDLE LEFT: A 72-inch French range occupies its own

niche on one wall of the kitchen. With six burners, two ovens—one

electric and one gas—plus a three-shelf warming cabinet, this cooking

powerhouse is ideal for a family that entertains. BOTTOM LEFT: A two-

handle satin-nickel faucet with a spout that swivels is set into the

island’s gray-streaked white marble countertop. OPPOSITE: A white

porcelain apron-front sink tucks below a decoratively shaded window.

Open shelves, mounted against the ice-green backsplash, hold glasses

and plates that extend the kitchen’s color palette. An arched doorway

leads to the butler’s pantry.

Andrea Clarke

homeowner

The space felt peaceful, comfortable, organizedyet livable.

TakeawaysOpen shelves establish

a vintage vibe and

keep everyday

dishware within reach.

1 2 3 4An oversize island

anchors a large room

and off ers ample

space for food prep,

serving, and dining.

Warm wood accents

balance a cool palette

of sea green, blue,

cream, and white.

Concealed behind a

stationary fabric shade,

a Roman shade above

the sink pulls down for

privacy.


Before: A peninsula jutting into the middle

of the kitchen isolated the cook.


writer DEBRA STEILEN photographer LAURIE BLACK field editor LINDA HUMPHREY

Thoughtful materials and an eff icient new layout turn a century-old kitchen into a tastefully modern space.

Formerly small, dark,

and awkward, this

Oregon kitchen now

boasts eff icient work

zones and improved

traff ic fl ow for family

life and entertaining.

The Shaker-style

cabinets are made of

Douglas fir (Oregon’s

state tree).

BETTERTHAN NEW


—that’s 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

(“inoff ensive vinyl fl ooring and laminate countertops,” Jeremy

recalls) and lived with it until the home’s 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 couple’s priorities (a

breakfast nook and better traffi c fl ow) and figured out how to

update the kitchen while retaining the home’s 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 spaces—including

an existing staircase—to enlarge the kitchen and improve

circulation. “We’re big fans of capturing ineff icient spaces you

didn’t 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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OPPOSITE LEFT: Selected

upper cabinets have

ribbed-glass inserts that

enhance the vintage

look while partially

obscuring contents.

OPPOSITE RIGHT: Oil-

rubbed bronze hardware

off ers the look of brass

patinaed over time,

says architect Melody

Emerick. “It’s warm,

pretty, and classic.” THIS

PHOTO: The 3×4-foot island

streamlines food prep

with its oiled butcher-

block top, microwave

oven, and storage for

knives, pots, and pans.

The key to a seamless transition? “Start with the bones,”

Emerick says. The architects made sure the room’s proportion

felt right with the rest of the house. They added new wood

windows to match the quality, size, and detailing of the originals,

and duplicated existing millwork for visual continuity. “Case trim

is the fi rst thing you see,” Emerick says. “It has to look right.”

Furniture-style cabinets are also important to vintage design,

Emerick says. That led them to incorporate full-insert doors and

drawers and vertical-grain fir construction. “You can see the face

frame around the inset; that’s very old-school,” Emerick says of

the Shaker-style cabinets.

New period-appropriate surfaces include a backsplash of

small-scale white subway tiles, oak fl ooring, and a butcher-block

top for the island. Perimeter countertops are quartz-surfacing

that mimics gray limestone.

Commercial-style appliances make it clear this kitchen lives

in the 21st century. The Sacks and the architects were in total

agreement about the style dichotomy. “We needed a kitchen that

functions well for people who actually cook,” Jeremy says.

Dana sees the transformed kitchen as the hub of the Sackses’

family life, whether it is homework at the island or home-cooked

meals in the breakfast nook. “We fixed everything we hated”

about the house and the kitchen, she says. “This new kitchen

changed our life.” KBI


TakeawaysA 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 off ers 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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2

3

4

5

OPPOSITE LEFT: Opposite

the range wall, a bank

of pantry cabinets

stores dry goods in the

top section and small

appliances and oversize

cookware down below.

OPPOSITE RIGHT: A stylish

gooseneck faucet arches

above a deep farmhouse

sink. THIS PHOTO: Adding

4 feet to the back of the

home made it possible

to include a sunny

breakfast nook, where

the Sackses eat most of

their meals.


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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

family central

Shelby and Andy

Campion’s new kitchen

evinces a modern

aesthetic that marries

well with their home’s

1920s roots. Crisp color

contrasts, contemporary

materials, and an open

plan contribute to its

fresh feel.


THIS PHOTO: Set outside

the work triangle, this

secondary prep area

eases the morning

routine. Drawers below

the countertop house

utensils, spices, baking

supplies, and lunch-box

necessities. OPPOSITE TOP:

A nostalgic bridge-style

faucet gets an industrial

update. OPPOSITE MIDDLE:

A narrow, vertical

pullout cabinet provides

glassware storage out

of the main traffi c

fl ow. OPPOSITE BOTTOM:

Installing an island

where a wall once stood

links the kitchen to the

family room.

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s helby Campion considers dish duty a pleasure,

not a chore, thanks to the view from her kitchen

sink to Oregon’s Oswego Lake—and thanks, too,

to interior designer Jennifer Baines, who knocked

down a wall to welcome watery views, hues, and materials into the

Campions’ new kitchen.

What do you love the most about your new kitchen? It was my

mom’s idea to reposition the sink so I’d have a view of the lake. I just

love it. I’m watching a bald eagle fish for dinner right now! It’s nice

to get meditative, and then suddenly the dishes are done. Well, it’s as

meditative as it can be with three kids and two dogs running around.

Speaking of kids, how does your kitchen stay so sparkling?It’s highly functional to have the sink be somewhat central so you can

clean as you go. In our previous homes, I had two sinks—but I could

never quite figure out what to do with the second sink, so we skipped

that here. One big sink in the right place is all I need.

I also think the kitchen has a clean look because we kept it simple

and graphic. There’s a lot of contrast: really dark fl oors and a bright

white counter. Both are easy to clean. I’ve had marble counters, which

etch the minute you set something down on them. I’ve had granite,

which shows every water spot. And now I have CaesarStone, which is

fantastic. My daughter accidentally colored on the island with crayon,

and all I had to do was whip out my Magic Eraser. Done!

THIS PHOTO: Clean-lined

open shelves fl ank the

range for a simple, graphic

look. The shelves’ dark

color pops against the

sea-glass-look backsplash.

OPPOSITE TOP: A kitchen

counter still life perfectly

captures the sunny, watery

tones of the Campions’

new kitchen. OPPOSITE

MIDDLE: The stainless-steel,

glass-front refrigerator

is a conversation-starter.

OPPOSITE BOTTOM: Sliding

glass doors in the adjacent

family room welcome lake

views and beckon the

family outside.


But don’t those open shelves get dusty? No, because those dishes are all in rotation

all the time, so there’s no opportunity for dust to build up. Plus, they

keep me honest. I can’t get away with shoving things behind closed

doors, since it’s all visible.

So is your refrigerator! That was a

nonnegotiable, must-have for me. I’m not into cars or jewelry or

designer clothes, but I really wanted that glass-front refrigerator.

I posted a picture of it on Facebook and got more comments than

when people post pictures of their new babies!

Is it difficult to live with? Not

at all, because I’m pretty organized. Though one thing I hadn’t

thought about is that there are no shelves on the refrigerator door—

which, again, keeps me honest. I can’t 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 family-friendly 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 there’s no real table-clearing to do. Everyone just

passes their dishes over to the sink. It’s so much easier. KBI


writer MARA BOO photographer WERNER STRAUBE field editor MEGAN CHAFFIN

AN OLD HOME LEARNS NEW

TRICKS WITH A STYLISH

CONTEMPORARY RENOVATION.

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Steel, concrete, cedar,

bamboo, zinc, graphite,

quartz-surfacing,

stainless steel, and three

types of glassÑtextured,

mirrored, and mosaicÑ

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architects Fred Wilson and Elissa Morgante, the story is familiar.

Chapter One: An excited couple falls in love with an old house.

Chapter Two: They eventually realize that their new home is ill-suited

to modern living. Chapter Three: The couple dreams about making

changes. Chapter Four: Morgante and Wilson receive a call for help.

Like all good stories, however, this one has a plot twist. “It turns

out our clients’ taste had evolved to become a lot more contemporary

than their house,” Morgante says. “They’re busy parents and craved a

kitchen that would be the center of everything that goes on. They never

thought we could make that work in a house that dates from 1893.”

Resourceful characters themselves, Morgante and Wilson

transformed the outdated kitchen into the edgy hub the homeowners

wished for by taking a novel approach. “We took out walls,” Morgante

says, “which opened up the fl oor plan and automatically made the space

feel much more contemporary.” They installed steel beams to support

the house, then unabashedly used them as a daring design statement.

TO HUSBAND-AND-WIFE

LEFT: Everyday dishware is showcased inside upper cabinets rimmed in

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

island’s 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.

CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN STYLES

Do you gravitate toward warm modern style or are you a more sleek-and-chic minimalist? Find them all in our gallery. BHG.com/Contemporary

“We needed the beams for structural reasons, of course, but we decided

to go a step further and actually celebrate them,” Wilson says.

Equally defining is the bold mix of finishes and materials—some

industrial, others earthy—that characterizes the room, from concrete

countertops and bamboo cabinets to cedar paneling, a graphite island,

and a zinc dining table. “They’re not necessarily familiar materials to

use in a kitchen,” Morgante says, “but using them in concert creates an

organic kind of texture and warmth. This way, the kitchen is clean-

lined but still friendly. If, for example, we had done the room with all-

white cabinets and a black countertop, it would have been too starkly

contemporary for such an old house.”

Still, certain aspects of its design—such as the highly eff icient layout

and the breakfast room addition—are as current as can be. “Everything

in this kitchen is right at your fingertips,” Wilson says. “It’s got a bar,

an off ice, an island, and multiple work spaces. It welcomes guests while

keeping them out of the cook’s way. It’s a real counterpoint to the

original kitchen, which had you walking all over just to make dinner.”

A happy ending, indeed. KBI


TakeawaysOpening the kitchen to

surrounding rooms creates

a contemporary vibe.

Materials such as concrete

and bamboo lend natural

texture and interest.

Emphasizing support

structure, rather than

hiding it, fosters a

modern feel.

Mixing earthy materials

with industrial elements

creates a welcoming

contemporary style.

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LEFT: Mirrored glass cabinets at the bar add an elegant touch with an

antiqued fl air that embraces the new look for the old space. BELOW LEFT:

A smartly conceived walk-in pantry does double duty as a petite offi ce.

BELOW MIDDLE: A band of concrete extends from the island’s upper level to

form its outer edge—an example of the extraordinary detail that belies the

kitchen’s deceptively simple design. BELOW RIGHT: An industrial-style light

fixture embellishes the dining area, where a noteworthy mix of materials

and fi nishes captures the kitchen’s essence. OPPOSITE: The zinc-topped

custom dining table is supported by a quartersawn-oak base. Channel-

stitched faux leather cozies the seating area as it climbs the wall to meet a

canopy crafted of 1×4 cedar planks.

A canopy defines a breakfast nook within the larger space while adding intimacy.

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AN ACTIVE HUB, THIS TRADITIONAL-WITH-A-

TWIST KITCHEN GREETS GUESTS IN STYLE.

crowd pleaser


The stately kitchen

is inspired by the

rich legacy of classic

Hamptons architecture.

Interior designer

Susan Anthony custom

designed the fl at-panel

cabinetry; the crown

moldings are glazed to

heighten their intricate

detailing.


The wallpapered

breakfast room echoes

the kitchen’s nostalgic

sensibility. Plentiful

storage accommodates

the dishes, glassware,

and serving pieces

necessary for nonstop

summer entertaining.


interior designer Susan Anthony says. “It is

everyone’s favorite place to be.”

It’s 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 home’s Southampton, New York, setting

just steps from the ocean is one draw; the

promise of gathering in the welcoming kitchen

is another. Hot coff ee, freshly squeezed juices,

and warm-from-the-oven muffi ns routinely

greet sleepy guests; much later, as the sun

sets, the house fills with the aroma of home-

cooked dinners. “I cannot imagine a more

comfortable—or comforting—kitchen to be in,”

Anthony says of the space she designed with

then-partner Maureen Wright. “It’s new, but it

feels timeless, as though it’s always been here.”

Even so, she says, “There’s something fresh

about it that’s almost a little bit funky.”

“This kitchen is always full of kids, friends, family, dogs, and of course food,”

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TakeawaysSeating around the

work core gives guests

room to navigate the

busy space.

A mix of standard tile

sizes and colors yields

a one-of-a-kind plaid

backsplash.

A dark-stained island

grounds a roomy

kitchen.

Substantial

crown moldings

draw attention

to architectural

influences.

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Indeed, English-style cabinetry painted a

warm greenish gray, dramatic crown moldings,

and warm wood tones from nostalgic honey

hues to striking black deliver classic elegance.

“Our clients have a quirky sense of style and

were willing to take some risks,” Anthony says.

To wit: Flowerpot chandeliers dangle over

the island, while a plaid backsplash climbs the

walls. “We were after the look of a Burberry

trench coat,” Anthony says, “and made the

pattern up ourselves by using tiles in diff erent

sizes and colors.” A charcoal drawing of a cow

presides over the space; an upholstered acrylic

desk chair supplies a contemporary jolt. “We

wanted this kitchen to have personality and

charm, and to look a bit diff erent from what

everybody else has,” Anthony says.

Still, like all well-designed kitchens, this one

is a functional powerhouse. Its centerpiece is

a distressed island topped with walnut. “We

wanted it to work like a comfortable table,

and to feel warm when you lean your elbows

on it,” Anthony says. Twin refrigerator-

freezers provide ample food storage; dishes

and glassware are stowed in plain sight so

guests can easily help themselves. Even the

six-burner range was chosen with crowds

in mind, ensuring plenty of pots can bubble

simultaneously as dinner is lovingly prepared.

“I’ve stayed here as a guest myself,” Anthony

says, “and I promise you, there is never a dull

moment in this kitchen.” KBI


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 fl ank a pair

of concealed refrigerator-

freezers. LEFT: This custom-

designed desk matches the

island base and the cabinets

in the butler’s pantry. BELOW

LEFT: White bronze cabinet

hardware with a honed finish

won’t pit in the salty ocean

air. BELOW: Chicken wire adds

interest to hutchlike built-in

cabinets that fl ank the entry

to the dining area.

A pale gray palette

adds contemporary

verve, but warm woods

and a dramatic splash

of red on the hood keep

it from looking too cool.


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

SEEINGRED

Before: Dated, dark finishes aggravated the lack of natural light in this kitchen.


A chimney-style hood in an unexpected hue makes a bold contemporary statement.

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factor, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a more striking element than a fire-engine-

red range hood. It’s one of the many unexpected design choices in this remodeled

Westchester County, New York, kitchen, which went from dull and dated to fresh and

contemporary with the help of interior designer Susan Marocco, cabinetmaker Anthony

Maucieri, and project coordinator Bill Lucia.

The original kitchen, Marocco says, had dark-stained wood cabinetry and an odd,

vaguely trapezoidal island topped with black marble and fitted with a built-in cooktop.

The cooktop was placed so that you faced an interior door while you worked, with your

back to the view out the windows. A small butler’s pantry tucked by the dining room

entry lacked both style and effi ciency, and the whole space felt heavy and dated. The

design team decided that a total gut was in order. The goal: create a light, open, and

contemporary space that would comfortably accommodate large family get-togethers—

without disregarding the traditional style of the 1926 home.

Bumping out one end of the kitchen with a bay window created a more generously

proportioned breakfast area. The butler’s pantry, reinvented as a full-fl edged bar, gained a

larger sink, a wine cooler, an icemaker, and better storage. A new French door, providing

access to a small deck added off the sink wall, opened the space up to more light.

EVERY KITCHEN NEEDS A WOW

OPPOSITE: It took 16 coats of red automotive enamel to get the perfect saturated hue for

this focal-point hood. ABOVE LEFT: A gray strié paint treatment highlights the cabinets’ wood

grain. ABOVE MIDDLE: A butler’s pantry off 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.



One of the design team’s earliest decisions was to cover the fl oor with a white marble

tile featuring pale gray striations. A closer look at the fl oor, however, revealed it was very

uneven, making tile impractical. So they discarded the material—but not the idea. The

tile’s pattern served as the inspiration for the cabinets, which Maucieri painted with a

subtle gray strié. An all-gray kitchen would have felt too modern for the Georgian-style

home, so Marocco mixed in riftsawn-oak fl oors in a warm honeyed stain and an oak island

stained a deeper brown. Two tones of gray concrete countertops—light on the island,

darker on the perimeter—and a backsplash of attractively gray-grained Carrara marble

tile give the room plenty of textural variety and interest.

But the pièce de résistance is undoubtedly the hood. Lucia bought a standard stainless-

steel 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 area’s 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 wouldn’t expect in a Georgian

Colonial home like this.” KBI


ABOVE LEFT: A poured-concrete counter with a square edge pairs perfectly with the cabinets’

modern bar pulls. ABOVE MIDDLE: Riftsawn oak in varying fi nishes on the island, fl 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 hood’s vibrant color.

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A colorful range hood

creates a dramatic but

cheery focal point.

Mixing classic and

industrial elements

puts a modern twist

on traditional design.

Concrete counters are

more stain-resistant

than marble or granite

and have fewer seams.

Stopping upper

cabinets just short

of the ceiling creates

shadow lines that

give the impression of

furniture rather than

built-ins.

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interior designer

Black trim and glass

fronts add pizzazz to

classic white cabinetry

in this sophisticated

family kitchen.

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esults in a transitional Toronto kitchen that is fancy but not fussy.


he answer was right there in black and

white. Faced with a client who wanted

a transitional space as well as a fresh

take on a white kitchen, Toronto

interior designer Jennifer Worts

designed a room with the appeal of

a classic tuxedo, punctuating the

space’s white cabinetry with crisp black trim.

“We wanted it to be sophisticated but comfortable

and livable,” she says. “We loved bringing the rich

tone of the dark fl oors up into the cabinets without

overpowering them. We also loved the graphic look.”

Worts had worked on the family’s country home

and knew the homeowners wanted a bit more formality,

but no stuffi ness, in their city home. “It’s a house

where every room is used,” she says. “They know how

to entertain and how to make people feel at home.”

Touches of light blue—the homeowner’s favorite

color—appear in accessories and the professional-style

range. While the less adventurous may have shied

away from a colorful appliance, it was among the fi rst

things the designer and homeowner chose for the new

kitchen. “It seemed like the perfect place to inject

some color,” Worts says.

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OPPOSITE TOP: Trimmed

in black, glass cabinet

fronts frame a beautiful

display space. OPPOSITE

BOTTOM: Shapely polished

nickel hardware dresses

up the simple cabinetry.

THIS PHOTO: The light blue

range is an unexpected

choice but adds a

welcome pop of color. It

was a must-have item for

the homeowner.



Other smart choices: an industrial-inspired,

restaurant-style gooseneck faucet and stainless-steel

undermount sink, handblown glass pendants over a

spacious island, and timeless Calacatta marble on the

backsplash and countertops that references and unifies

the kitchen’s dark and light hues.

Good looks didn’t trump practicality, though.

Roomy cabinets on both sides of the island, a large

fl oor-to-ceiling pantry on one wall, deep drawers for

pots on both sides of the range, and a butler’s pantry

between the kitchen and formal dining room off er

plenty of out-of-sight storage, especially important

because the kitchen is open to the family room.

The homeowner’s two young boys often perch

at the island to eat or do homework (Worts chose

durable faux-leather chairs and purposely put the

“busy” section of the marble where they eat to help

camoufl age stains), but the far end of the kitchen also

off ers seating in the form of a breakfast area with a

table and curved custom bench. “I loved the idea of the

bench rather than the more expected six chairs,” the

designer says. “It’s cozy, fun, and diff erent.”

The same can be said about the entire space, which

welcomes—and works for—all ages. KBI


TakeawaysBlack trim adds a note

of elegance to classic

white cabinets.

A full pantry wall

maximizes available

storage space.

Island seating and a

breakfast nook off er

both casual and more

intimate dining options.

Unexpected color in

appliances boosts

personality and relaxes

an elegant look.

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OPPOSITE TOP: Handblown

glass pendants light

the marble-top island

work area. The base was

stained to complement

the oak fl oors. OPPOSITE

BOTTOM: The kitchen

opens to a butler’s

pantry stocked with

both food and cleaning

supplies. THIS PHOTO: The

breakfast nook includes

a custom bench as

an alternative to

traditional seating.

Shades of blue and

yellow define this

country-style kitchen,

distinguished by

soapstone countertops

and slate tiles around

the range. A farmhouse

table abuts the island

for casual in-kitchen

dining within earshot

of the cook.


writer and field editor LISA MOWRY photographer ANTHONY-MASTERSON

TWIN PASSIONS FOR COOKING AND QUILTING INSPIRE A COZY, COUNTRY-STYLE KITCHEN.

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eborah Sitkoff has been a quilter for

years, so she appreciates the art of

combining colors and textures. Her

Atlanta kitchen layers handmade

items, heirlooms, and furniturelike

details for a cozy feel that reminds

Deborah of her favorite quilts.

The casual, colorful style was important, but the room

had to function well, too. “I cook or bake almost daily, so this

kitchen gets hard use,” Deborah says. This serious cook didn’t

like the existing builder-grade kitchen, where she had to walk

a mile to make a meal. “It had no fl ow, and everything was far

from everything else,” Deborah says. So first on her wish list

was an effi cient work triangle. Second, she wanted separate

areas for cooking and baking. An antique pine cabinet and

a farm-style table needed to be incorporated, too, as did an

existing stainless-steel refrigerator.

“Deborah definitely wanted an ‘unfitted’ kitchen, yet

everything had to go together and be practical,” says kitchen

designer Matthew Quinn of Design Galleria. “She also wanted

a country-in-the-city look with materials of yesteryear.”

ABOVE: The island includes a dishwasher, custom

storage, and a trash receptacle. RIGHT: Colorful

slate tiles relate to homeowner Deborah Sitkoff ’s

avid interest in quilting. “Color is something I

care a great deal about, especially in quilting,”

she says. “Butter-cream colors and blues work

perfectly together.” FAR RIGHT: Hanging metal

pendant lights have old-schoolhouse charm.

OPPOSITE: The bright range was the jumping-off

point for the room’s color scheme.

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THIS PHOTO: The custom

hutch uses color and

furniturelike details to

further the kitchen’s

unfitted, patchwork

look. OPPOSITE TOP: A

soapstone sink blends

with the countertop.

OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT: An

adjacent butler’s pantry

has neutral colors and

earthy backsplash tiles to

continue the homespun

look. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM

RIGHT: Pullout shelves were

designed specifically for

the homeowner’s cooking

and storage needs.


A vivid blue Viking range provided the starting point. “I’ve

always been a ‘blue’ person, and the other colors came from

that,” Deborah says. Quinn chose a traditional cabinet style

painted a buttery yellow to pair with the range, then designed a

blue hutch for even more punch. A hefty pine cabinet brings in

the warmth of wood and serves as Deborah’s baking center. Slate

tiles as a backsplash around the range show another quiltlike

combination of blue, yellow, and red tones.

The layout allows Deborah to reach everything quickly and

eff iciently, while still providing space for more than one person

to work. The island serves as the prep center for many tasks

and includes drawers to fi t everyday items. “We measured every

pot and pan, utensil, small appliance, and dish to make sure

everything had a home,” Quinn says. It also includes a custom-

fabricated soapstone sink large enough to hide a dinner party’s

worth of plates to keep the kitchen looking clean.

Deborah loves that friends and family come into the kitchen

and know there will be something sweet (freshly baked, of

course) on the counter, or they’ll snoop around to find soups

or other creations. “The kitchen should be the happiest place in

your home,” she says. “We make our memories there.” KBI


TakeawaysA scheme based on two

primary colors makes a

kitchen lively.

Freestanding furniture

pieces boost storage

while enhancing a casual

country style.

Picking a colorful range

early helps shape the

kitchen’s palette.

A table right next to the

island conserves space,

but it can easily be pulled

out for more seating

when needed.

Soapstone is warmer to

the touch than granite or

marble and adds vintage

farmhouse appeal.

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This remodeled kitchen

exudes casual coastal

style, thanks to painted

finishes, open shelving,

watery blue accents,

and a butcher-block-

topped cart that forms

part of the island.


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of patience and planning when tackling a major

renovation. So when she and her husband, Keith,

bought an early 1970s Colonial in Cape Elizabeth,

Maine, they decided to live with the existing kitchen

for a year before beginning a two-stage “gut and

rebuild.” Their goals—a kid-friendly space that would

still fit an adult lifestyle and aesthetic, an island

off ering plenty of seating for their family of five, and

improved traffi c fl ow—meant that everything had to

change, starting with the room dimensions.

“The kitchen was poorly set up,” says Tina, co-owner

of Kitchen Cove Cabinetry & Design in Portland,

Maine. “The space was closed off from the rest of the

house, making it feel small and dark, and the only

downstairs bath was accessed through the kitchen,

creating unwanted foot traffi c through the room.”

To solve these problems, Tina extended the

kitchen farther into the family room and relocated

the awkwardly placed bathroom to a new spot off the

children’s computer area. She then refreshed the look

with painted cabinets in a mix of soft gray and white,

large windows, stainless-steel appliances, and a custom

mosaic tile backsplash behind the range. An 11-foot-

long island, with a movable butcher-block-topped cart

As a professional kitchen designer, Tina Rodda knows the value

OPPOSITE TOP: The jewel

glass mosaic backsplash

in tones of quartz and

aquamarine references

the home’s coastal

setting. OPPOSITE BOTTOM:

Originally chosen to

hide multiple existing

soff its, the mantel-style

hood above the 36-inch

gas range ultimately

drove the kitchen’s

entire design. THIS PHOTO:

Upholstered chairs at

the island’s rounded end

provide extra seating

and a splash of color.



at one end and a round, attached counter-height table

at the other, off ers seating and prep space. Padded

barstools and upholstered chairs at the island add

softness and color for a welcoming touch.

One of the biggest challenges involved multiple

soff its that concealed plumbing for the home’s upper

level. Removing the plumbing wasn’t an option, so

Tina consolidated the soff its in the ceiling along the

exterior wall and incorporated a mantel-style hood

above the range—a solution that ultimately drove the

direction of the overall design.

Other choices were infl uenced by the youngest

members of the family—for example, quartz-surfacing

instead of marble countertops. “It looks and feels like

marble but is incredibly durable, resilient, nonporous,

and nearly impervious, which is ideal when you have

three young children,” Tina says.

Says Tina, “I love that my kitchen has transformed

from a once-dreary and confusing room into a highly

functional, spacious, and cheerful space that I can

appreciate every day.” KBI


TakeawaysLiving with a space

before remodeling

provides insight

on what works and

what doesn’t.

A separate prep

sink in the island

boosts eff iciency,

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.

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cabinet hardware

and fixtures creates

a personalized look.

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I love that my kitchen has transformed from a once-dreary room into a cheerful space.Tina Rodda

homeowner and designer

OPPOSITE TOP: Glass-front

upper cabinets enhance

the room’s light, airy feel

and off er display space.

OPPOSITE BOTTOM: The

deep apron-front sink

faces the living area,

so those doing cleanup

can easily converse with

family and guests. THIS

PHOTO: The beverage

center beside the fridge

helps create separation

between the kitchen and

computer room while

still allowing homeowner

and designer Tina Rodda

to keep an eye on her

three young children.



THIS PHOTO: The open

contemporary-style

vanity has a roomy

bottom shelf for towels

or baskets. OPPOSITE:

The dramatic marble

tile fl oor was the

jumping-off point for

the entire renovation.

It took two mosaic

artists two weeks to

complete the stunning

and intricate design.


writer and field editor KHRISTI S. ZIMMETH

photographer STACEY BRANDFORD

A tiny Toronto bath gets a big-time update that leaves the owner singing its praises.

Before: Traditional pieces left the layout with unused space.


ABOVE LEFT: A tall mirrored closet across from the

vanity and the mirror-lined tub base complement

the bath’s rich polished marble. ABOVE MIDDLE: The

shower has handheld and standard fi xtures for

maximum convenience. ABOVE RIGHT: A clean-lined

sink with two faucets fosters the contemporary

vibe. OPPOSITE: The homeowner requested a walk-

in shower for everyday use, but also a full tub

that could accommodate a future family.

wish list for a 10×8-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 Matt’s 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 fl ow.

For the wow factor, Simard looked to the fl oor, where an eye-

catching mosaic made of recycled marble now presides. “It’s especially

great when the sun comes out,” Matt says. “It shimmers like a

diamond.” Large marble tiles on the walls complement the mosaic

fl oor but don’t 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 results—as 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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TakeawaysA compact tub/shower

combo maximizes

function in a small bath.

Repeating materials

on the walls and fl oors

creates unity.

Mirrors and other

refl ective surfaces help

make a small space

feel larger.

An open vanity with a

shelf saves space and

off ers 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

aff ord open shelves at

the bottom to help the

piece “breathe.”

A TIMELESS MASTER BATH

PROVIDES RELAXATION

WITHOUT ISOLATION.

writer WENDY GRAY

photographer EMILY MINTON-REDFIELD

field editor ELAINE ST. LOUIS

quietzone


ABOVE: Gray paneled walls add texture and depth to

the room’s neutral palette. ABOVE RIGHT: The regal

claw-foot tub and eye-catching filler are an off -axis

focal point. OPPOSITE LEFT: The shower grabs passive

light from a window 10 feet away. The distance

between window and shower means privacy isn’t an

issue. OPPOSITE RIGHT: Calacatta Gold marble in the

shower is used in two sizes for pizzazz that won’t

overwhelm the closed-in space.

NEUTRAL LIGHT, COOL BREEZES,luxurious finishes, sparkling accents … these delightful elements

may suggest a destination spa, but this bath was created to be

less of a restful oasis and more of a rest stop. When the owners

enlisted Chalet Development in Denver to build their new house,

they brought a vision of a design that puts family at the heart of

the home—and circulating through its arteries.

“This bathroom was a cog in the wheel as I designed the entire

residence from scratch,” architectural designer John Mattingly

says. “They are a young family that wanted a smaller, more

intimate master—a place of retreat, but not of escape. They didn’t

want a giant bed-and-bath suite that would suggest isolation from

the rest of the house and beg for their attention, taking away from

what the home was all about—family.”

The project also included one of the great challenges of

modern bathroom design: incorporating a freestanding tub into

a space with a smaller footprint. The home’s Italianate/Greek

Revival farmhouse style begged for the innate appeal of a claw-

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TakeawaysPaneling adds texture

and interest to walls.

A furniturelike vanity

anchors a long wall.

Using the same material

for countertops,

fl ooring, and shower

surfaces creates a

pulled-together look.

A claw-foot tub is a

luxurious addition with

timeless appeal.

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foot tub and an equally commanding vanity. Mattingly delivered

both by carefully considering function and fl ow. “The vanity is on

the opposite wall from the bath’s entry, so it anchors that sight

line, and the tub sits across from the vanity,” he says. “The water

closet and shower live in a bay separated from the master entry

hall, with the master closet on the other side.”

Lighting and air circulation can also be concerns in compact

areas, but this home is rich with natural elements, and the master

bathroom is no exception. A window next to the vanity brings

evening light into the room at precisely the time the homeowners

may be getting ready for a night out. Between the dual sinks,

another window off ers morning light but hides behind a large

crabapple tree outside for privacy. When that window is open, it

creates a cross-breeze from the bath through to the bedroom’s

fl oor-to-ceiling windows. Now that’s good circulation and fl ow,

welcoming to all. KBI



THIS PHOTO: A clean-sweep

remodel boosts the bright

in a bath that now mixes

clean-lined furnishings

with vintage-style fixtures.

OPPOSITE: Cross handles give

the faucets a retro look that

complements classic white

marble countertops and

white undermount sinks.


writer ANN WILSON

photographer GORDON BEALL

field editor EILEEN DEYMIER

A WAY-BEHIND-THE-TIMES BATH

GETS A FRESH LOOK THAT MAKES

THE MOST OF A SMALL FOOTPRINT.Before: Pink fl oors, walls, fixtures, and furniture dominate.

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ig changes delighted visitors to the 2012 DC Design House.

A then-and-now transformation of the upper-level guest

bathroom compared the modern redesign with Before

photographs of the passé-in-pink bathroom.

“People were very positive about the makeover and

couldn’t believe it was done in less than a month,” says Allie Mann, the project designer

responsible for the redo. “We gutted the room but didn’t change its footprint or

plumbing. But since the bath sits in a dormer, it did present some height challenges.”

Mann sought to maximize both style and space. She removed a bidet, capped its

plumbing, and replaced it with a charming window seat. Slightly taller and wider than

their dated predecessors, semicustom vanities were chosen for their stylish silhouettes,

storage capacity, and roomy countertops. The existing tub and enclosure gave way to a

frameless walk-in shower. “Inches can make all the diff erence,” Mann says. “By pulling

that shower wall out a bit into the room, we were able to create a spacious shower.”

Though the room has a primarily tone-on-tone palette, interest runs high thanks to a

variety of white shades in dissimilar forms, finishes, and materials, which make the space

appear larger and brighter. White porcelain fl oor tiles in a matte finish contrast with

the shower’s glossier subway tiles and inset mosaic. Polished-nickel faucets, hardware,

and light fixtures pick up on the marble’s veining and subtly carry that color around the

space. Soft green vertical stripes on the walls create the illusion of more height.

Now the dated bath is spilling over with ageless appeal. KBI


b

OPPOSITE: Soft green vertical stripes painted atop

an off -white base coat add color and height to

the room. ABOVE LEFT: Polished-nickel pulls with

a contemporary bent match the shimmer of

the sink and shower fixtures and the sconces.

ABOVE MIDDLE: Designer Allie Mann selected old-

fashioned sconces rendered in a modern metal,

and she placed them to frame mirrors with a

bevel edge. ABOVE RIGHT: Mann turned the tide

on traditional by outfitting the shower with

elongated subway tiles that present vintage

shapes in more-modern 4×12-inch forms. An

inset of 1×1-inch mosaic tiles adds interesting

texture to the white-on-white mix. LEFT: A

custom window seat provides storage beneath

its piano-hinged top.

TakeawaysLeaving plumbing lines

in place but replacing

the fixtures saves money

and time.

A mix of tones and

textures adds interest to

white finishes.

Vertical stripes and

a barely-there shower

door make a small room

seem larger.

Ditching dated fixtures

that are unused or

oversize frees up space

for a more eff icient layout

and better design.

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A clever layout and high-fashion touches convert an outdated bath into a

charmingly convivial retreat. writer ANN WILSON photographer MICHAEL PARTENIO field editor ANNA MOLVIK

BALANCEDAPPROACH

OPPOSITE: Narrow mosaic

tiles make a streamlined

statement while

contributing texture,

pattern, and color.

THIS PHOTO: A large walk-

in shower is key to

how Kerith and Steve

Flynn’s new bath

looks and functions.




THIS PHOTO: The dual

vanities provide ample

storage and anchor the

room’s buoyant surfaces.

OPPOSITE, TOP LEFT: The

linen closet gets a chic

lift thanks to sheer

embroidered panels.

OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT:

Simple lines, graphic

wallpaper, and a lack

of embellishment add a

modern fl air to classic

paneled wainscoting.

OPPOSITE BOTTOM: Angular

faucets complement

the streamlined

vanity design.

A fl at, sleek edge on a classic marble countertop gives the otherwise traditional material a modern twist.

DESIGN TIP

Interior designer Kerith Flynn ticked off every wish on her extensive list when renovating the master bathroom she shares with her husband, Steve, in their

Manhasset, New York, home. By eliminating the room’s 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

bath’s existing space to accommodate dual vanities, two closets, a walk-

in 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.”

Kerith’s fl 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, fl 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

diff erent 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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CLOSET

LINEN

TakeawaysOpting not to have a

bathtub leaves space for

more desired features.

Smart space planning and

a nontraditional layout

can accommodate both

function and style.

Wallpaper with subtle

color adds interest but

doesn’t compete with

graphic and colorful tile

patterns.

Embracing adjacent

spaces, such as closets,

boosts a bath’s function.

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resources

23–25 10 THINGS TO LOVE

Builder—S&W Home Builders; 910/524-4900;

sandwhomebuilders.com. Interior designer—

Heather Senter, S&W Home Builders;

910/524-4900; sandwhomebuilders.com. Range

GE Profile PB975SPSS—GE Appliances;

800/626-2000; geappliances.com.

Refrigerator—Samsung; 800/726-7864;

samsungusa.com. Microwave Elite 66463—

Sears Kenmore; 888/536-6673; kenmore.com.

Cabinetry custom—New Leaf Builders;

910/368-1027; newleafbuilder.com. Cabinetry

paint Blue Twilight 5001-1C—The Valspar

Corp.; 800/845-9061; valspar.com [P].

Countertops, range backsplash concrete—

Carve Surfaceworks; 910/795-4456;

carveconcrete.com. Sink Whitehaven Apron

Front Fire Clay in White—Kohler Co.;

800/456-4537; us.kohler.com. Faucet Arbor

high-arc pulldown 7594 SRS—Moen, Inc.;

800/289-6636; moen.com. Pot filler Opulence

D205057SS—Danze; 877/530-3344; danze.com.

Pendant lights Mini Pendant 2664 in polished

nickel—Kichler Lighting; 866/558-5706;

kichler.com.

44–45 SMALL BATH

Designer—Tanya Woods, NKBA, AKBD,

Xstyles Bath and More; 855/630-3157;

xstylesbath.com. Tub Andrea—MTI; 800/783-

8827; mtibaths.com. Tub faucet and

hardware, shower hardware, sink faucet

Sirius—Danze; 877/530-3344; danze.com.

Sink—Ronbow Corp.; 888/880-8318;

ronbow.com. Towel warmer Jeeves

Collection—Amba Towel Warmers; 404/350-

9738; ambatowelwarmers.com. Toilet Acquia—

Toto USA, Inc.; 800/350-8686; totousa.com.

Cabinetry, vanity, mirror, makeup table and

bench custom—Mark Steffes, Mark Cabinetry,

Inc.; 248/414-3568; cabinetryinc.com. Cabinetry

hardware—Mockett & Co., Inc.; 800/523-1269;

mockett.com. Tile: shower Silver; niche

shelves in shower Silver Lux; flooring

Cemento—Casa Dolce Casa;

casadolcecasa.com. Pendant lights—Forecast

Lighting; 800/825-5844; forecastltg.com.

Shower doors—Daiek Products;

248/816-1360; daiekproducts.com. Makeup

bench fabric—Robert Allen; 800/333-3777;

robertallendesign.com [T]. Candleholder—

Euroline Ltd.; 800/761-4942; eurolineltd.com

[T]. Soap dish—Restoration Hardware;

800/910-9836; restorationhardware.com.

40–43 SMALL KITCHEN

Kitchen designer—Liz Firebaugh, CKD,

Signature Kitchens; 231/439-0100;

signaturekitchensonline.com. Builder—Rob

Mossberg, The Cottage Company; 231/526-2537;

cottage-company.com. Interior designer—Vee

Mossberg, The Cottage Company; 231/526-2537;

cottage-company.com. Range DF366 6-burner—

Wolf Appliance, Inc.; 800/332-9513;

subzero-wolf.com. Vent hood P1952M—Best By

Broan; United States: 800/558-1711; Canada:

877/896-1119; bestbybroan.com. Refrigerator/

freezer/icemaker 736TCI—Sub-Zero, Inc.;

800/222-7820; subzero.com. Dishwasher

D5524XXLFI—Asko Appliances; 800/367-2444;

askousa.com. Microwave Profile Series

Spacemaker PEM31 5SM—GE Appliances;

800/626-2000; geappliances.com. Cabinetry

Platinum Inset Series with Santa Cruz doors in

maple painted White Icing Classic—Medallion

Cabinetry, Inc.; 800/543-4074;

medallioncabinetry.com. Cabinetry hardware:

upper glass door latches IBCL in polished

nickel—Cliffside Industries, Ltd.; 800/873-9258;

cliffsideind.com [T], and knobs, pulls,

refrigerator pulls in polished nickel: knobs

A1150, pulls A1263, refrigerator pulls D726-10—

Alno, Inc.; 866/695-6627; myknobs.com.

Countertops quartzite in Calacatta—check

with a local supplier. Tile subway—American

Olean Tile; 888/268-8453; americanolean.com.

Sink Dickinson apron-front—Kohler Co.;

800/456-4537; us.kohler.com. Faucet

Chesterfield—Newport Brass; 949/417-5207;

newportbrass.com. Lighting Heirloom

Pendants—Hudson Valley Lighting, Inc.;

800/814-3993; hudsonvalleylighting.com.

http://sandwhomebuilders.com

http://sandwhomebuilders.com

http://geappliances.com

http://samsungusa.com

http://kenmore.com

http://newleafbuilder.com

http://valspar.com

http://carveconcrete.com

http://us.kohler.com

http://moen.com

http://danze.com

http://kichler.com

http://xstylesbath.com

http://mtibaths.com

http://danze.com

http://ronbow.com

http://ambatowelwarmers.com

http://totousa.com

http://cabinetryinc.com

http://mockett.com

http://casadolcecasa.com

http://forecastltg.com

http://daiekproducts.com

http://robertallendesign.com

http://eurolineltd.com

http://restorationhardware.com

http://signaturekitchensonline.com

http://bestbybroan.com

http://subzero.com

http://askousa.com


http://medallioncabinetry.com

http://cliffsideind.com

http://myknobs.com

http://americanolean.com


http://newportbrass.com

http://hudsonvalleylighting.com

http://subzero-wolf.com

http://cottage-company.com

http://cottage-company.com

62–67 CLEAR VISION

Kitchen design—Fivecat Studio; 914/747-1177;

fivecat.com. Range, vent hood—Wolf

Appliance, Inc.; 800/332-9513; subzero-wolf.com.

Refrigerator—Liebherr; 866/543-2437;

liebherr.us/HGH. Dishwasher—Miele, Inc.;

800/463-0260; mieleusa.com. Microwave—

Viking Range Corp.; 888/845-4641; vikingrange

.com. Mixer—KitchenAid; 800/422-1230;

kitchenaid.com. Butcher-block island maple,

breakfast table custom—The Grothouse

Lumber Co.; 610/767-6515; glumber.com.

Countertop Pure White—CaesarStone US;

818/779-0999; caesarstoneus.com. Sinks—

Blanco America, Inc.; 800/451-5782;

blancoamerica.com. Faucets—Dornbracht

USA, Inc.; 800/774-1181; dornbracht.com.

Water filtration—MultiPure; 800/622-9206;

multipure.com. Lighting: above island—The

Urban Electric Co.; 843/723-8140;

urbanelectricco.com, and above banquette—

BTC England, London; originalbtc.com. Paint:

island, cabinetry—Farrow & Ball; 888/511-1121;

farrow-ball.com. Banquette sofa custom—

Upholstery Unlimited, Inc.; 718/786-1233;

upholsteryunlimitedinc.com. Chairs—Design

Within Reach; 800/944-2233; dwr.com.

Barstools—Restoration Hardware; 800/910-

9836; restorationhardware.com. Artwork

on countertop and wet bar—Laura Solomon

Fine Art LLC; 212/595-9373;

laurasolomonfineart.com. Tray 3-tier—

Williams-Sonoma; 800/541-2233; williams

-sonoma.com. Round cheese tray—Cocoon;

845/255-6862; cocoonathome.com. Tray, vase

on island—Crate & Barrel; 800/967-6696;

crateandbarrel.com (product line varies). Wall

clock—Schoolhouse Electric Co.; 800/630-7113;

schoolhouseelectric.com. Vase on windowsill—

West Elm; 866/428-6468; westelm.com (product

line varies).

68–73 FRENCH FLAIR

Builder—Kevin Brooks, Décor de Provence;

801/372-1635; decordeprovence.com. Interior

designer—Desiree Brooks Ashworth, Décor de

Provence; 801/836-0114; decordeprovence.com.

Range Sully 1800—Lacanche; lacanche.com.

Refrigerator—Sub-Zero, Inc.; 800/222-7820;

subzero.com. Cabinetry—Wilson Woodworks;

801/368-6953. Countertops Carrara marble—

check with local suppliers. Backsplash Capri

in Ice—Ann Sacks; 800/278-8453;

annsacks.com. Sinks: kitchen Shaws RC3018,

pantry Shaws RC2418, faucets A1420 Country

Kitchen bridge in polished nickel—Rohl;

800/777-9762; rohlhome.com. Chandelier over

island Lodestar—Currey & Co.; 800/375-3403;

curreycodealers.com. Chairs wicker in aqua—

Paisley Pomegranate; 435/575-0300;

paisleypomegranate.com.

74–79 BETTER THAN NEW

Architects—Melody Emerick, AIA, and Geno

Salimena, Emerick Architects PC; 503/235-9400;

emerick-architects.com. Builder/contractor—

Right Angle Construction; 503/655-4020;

rightangleco.com. Range—Wolf Appliance, Inc.;

800/332-9513; subzero-wolf.com. Vent hood—

Vent-A-Hood Co.; 800/331-2492; ventahood.com.

Refrigerator—Sub-Zero, Inc.; 800/222-7820;

subzero.com. Microwave—Sharp Electronics

Corp.; 800/237-4277; sharpusa.com. Cabinetry

custom—check with local craftspeople.

Cabinetry pulls, knobs—Chown Hardware;

800/547-1930; chown.com. Countertop Lagos

Blue—CaesarStone US; 818/779-0999;

caesarstoneus.com. Backsplash Savoy

Mosaics—Ann Sacks; 800/278-8453;

annsacks.com. Sink Shaws Original—Rohl;

800/777-9762; rohlhome.com. Faucet,

dishwasher—Bosch; 800/944-2904;

boschappliances.com. Lighting: over island—

Schoolhouse Electric Co.; 800/630-7113;

schoolhouseelectric.com, and over sink—

Restoration Hardware; 800/910-9836;

restorationhardware.com, and over dining

table Luther—Seascape Lamps; 800/444-0233;

seascapelamps.com. Flooring white oak—

check with local suppliers. Carpet runner—

IKEA; ikea-usa.com. Chairs at dining

table—Pottery Barn; 800/922-5507;

potterybarn.com (product line varies). Chairs

at island—Design Within Reach; 800/944-2233;

dwr.com. Teapot Simplex—Sur La Table;

800/243-0852; surlatable.com. Green bowl and

pitcher—Mrs. Cook's; 206/525-5008;

mrscooks.com.

http://fivecat.com

http://mieleusa.com

http://vikingrange.com


http://kitchenaid.com

http://glumber.com

http://caesarstoneus.com

http://blancoamerica.com

http://dornbracht.com

http://multipure.com

http://urbanelectricco.com

http://originalbtc.com

http://upholsteryunlimitedinc.com

http://dwr.com


http://laurasolomonfineart.com

http://cocoonathome.com

http://crateandbarrel.com

http://schoolhouseelectric.com

http://westelm.com

http://decordeprovence.com

http://decordeprovence.com

http://lacanche.com

http://subzero.com

http://annsacks.com

http://rohlhome.com

http://curreycodealers.com

http://paisleypomegranate.com

http://rightangleco.com

http://ventahood.com

http://subzero.com

http://sharpusa.com

http://chown.com


http://annsacks.com

http://rohlhome.com

http://boschappliances.com

http://schoolhouseelectric.com


http://seascapelamps.com

http://potterybarn.com

http://dwr.com

http://surlatable.com

http://mrscooks.com


http://williams-sonoma.com


http://emerick-architects.com


http://ikea-usa.com

http://farrow-ball.com

http://www.liebherr.us/HGH

resources


80–85 FAMILY CENTRAL

Architectural and interior design—Jenny

Baines, Baines Interiors; 503/344-6925;

jennybaines.com. Builder—Russell

Construction, Inc.; 503/692-9002;

russellconstruction.com. Range—Wolf

Appliance, Inc.; 800/332-9513;

subzero-wolf.com. Hood—Vent-A-Hood Co.;

800/331-2492; ventahood.com. Refrigerator—

Sub-Zero, Inc.; 800/222-7820; subzero.com.

Dishwasher—Miele, Inc.; 800/463-0260;

mieleusa.com. Cabinetry maker—B&L

Woodworking; 503/648-6735; blwood.com.

Cabinetry pulls—Restoration Hardware;

800/910-9836; restorationhardware.com.

Countertops: perimeter Raven, island Extra

White—CaesarStone US; 818/779-0999;

caesarstoneus.com. Tile Moda Vetro glass in

ES 58—Pental Granite & Marble; 206/768-

3200; pentalonline.com. Sink Chef Pro—

Artisan Manufacturing Corp.; 973/286-0080;

artisanstyles.com. Faucet—Sign of the Crab;

916/638-2722; signofthecrab.com.

Scandinavian-style chairs, light pendants

vintage; glass jars Ball antique—check with

antiques dealers. Family room flooring—

Modern Tech Floors; 541/961-1798;

hardwoodfloorsportland.com. Rug—Merida;

800/345-2200; meridameridian.com. Paint—

The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/474-3794;

sherwin-williams.com. Windows—Andersen

Windows; 800/426-4261; andersenwindows

.com. Barstools—Calligaris; 212/929-4880.

Desk chair, casserole dishes, glass canister

jars—World Market; 800/267-8758;

worldmarket.com (product line varies).

86–91 MODERN REVISION

Architecture—Kris LaCerda, John Potter,

Morgante-Wilson Architecture; 847/332-1001;

morgantewilson.com. Interior design—K

Tyler, Morgante-Wilson Architecture; 847/332-

1001; morgantewilson.com. Range—

Wolf Appliance, Inc.; 800/332-9513;

subzero-wolf.com. Vent hood—Miele, Inc.;

800/463-0260; mieleusa.com. Cabinetry

horizontal grain caramelized bamboo, table,

banquette all custom designs—Morgante-

Wilson Architecture; 847/332-1001;

morgantewilson.com. Cabinetry fabrication—

Lambright Woodworking; 260/593-2721. Paint:

island cabinetry, bar-area cabinetry, office

White Dove—Benjamin Moore; 888/236-6667;

benjaminmoore.com [P]. Cabinetry door

inserts—Lumicor; 888/586-4267; lumicor.com.

Sofa—Brownstone Upholstery; 323/232-5400;

brownstoneupholstery.com. Coffee cart

Norwood—Arteriors Home; 877/488-8866;

arteriorshome.com. Silver/white/blue bowls,

blue plates, white serving tray, tall white

vase, pillow black/white oversize herringbone,

glass bottles, driftwood, mercury-glass

vases, wood balls in fireplace—West Elm;

866/428-6468; westelm.com (product

line varies). White pitchers with

herbs—BIA Cordon Bleu; 800-242-2210;

www.biacordonblu.com. Small white plates—

Sur La Table; 800/243-0852; surlatable.com.

Blue bowl with oranges, matching platter,

glass jar with spigot—Pottery Barn; 800/922-

5507; potterybarn.com (product line varies).

Glass bottles, pullout pantry—Down to Earth

Home, Garden & Gift; 541/342-6820;

home2garden.com. Juicer, footed bowl

Pillivuyt—Williams-Sonoma; 800/541-2233;

williams-sonoma.com. Glass bottles on top

shelf, either side of TV—IKEA; ikea-usa.com.

Pillows ampersand design—Crate & Barrel;

800/967-6696; crateandbarrel.com (product

line varies).

Cabinetry hardware—My Knobs; 866/695-

6627; myknobs.com. Backsplash tile Sumi-e—

Stone and Pewter Accents; 310/257-1300;

stonepewteraccents.com. Island countertop

work surface Zodiaq Antique Pearl—DuPont

Zodiaq Quartz Surfaces; 877/229-3935;

zodiaq.com. Perimeter countertop, bar-height

surface—Concrete Age Artworks; 312/226-3542;

concreteageartworks.com. Sinks—Julien, Inc.;

800/461-3377; julien.ca. Faucets—Kallista;

888/452-5547; kallista.com. Lighting: globe

pendant over island Flex G40—Neidhardt,

Inc.; 800/978-8828; neidhardtinc.com, and

pendant over table Sayre—Kichler Lighting;

866/558-5706; kichler.com. Table in eating

area, custom fabrication—Mckinley Design;

312/624-8660; mckinley-design.com. Chairs at

table in eating area, desk Village Side

Chair—Crate & Barrel; 800/967-6696;

crateandbarrel.com (product line varies).

Banquette at eating area, custom

fabrication—Parkwest Furniture Co.;

847/724-1890. Upholstery: faux leather, eating

area banquette and wall Spoonful in Butter

Pecan—Architex; 800/621-0827;

architex-ljh.com. Chairs at island—Chiasso;

877/224-6663; chiasso.com. Tray on island

countertop—Sawbridge Studios; 847-441-2441;

sawbridge.com. Vases—West Elm; 866/428-

6468; westelm.com (product line varies).

http://jennybaines.com

http://russellconstruction.com

http://ventahood.com

http://subzero.com

http://mieleusa.com

http://blwood.com



http://pentalonline.com

http://artisanstyles.com

http://signofthecrab.com

http://hardwoodfloorsportland.com

http://meridameridian.com

http://andersenwindows.com


http://worldmarket.com

http://morgantewilson.com


http://mieleusa.com


http://benjaminmoore.com

http://lumicor.com

http://www.brownstoneupholstery.com

http://arteriorshome.com

http://westelm.com

http://www.biacordonblu.com

http://surlatable.com

http://potterybarn.com

http://home2garden.com


http://myknobs.com

http://stonepewteraccents.com

http://zodiaq.com

http://concreteageartworks.com

http://kallista.com

http://neidhardtinc.com

http://kichler.com


http://chiasso.com

http://sawbridge.com

http://westelm.com


http://sherwin-williams.com



http://mckinley-design.com

http://architex-ljh.com

http://ikea-usa.com

http://julien.ca


98–103 SEEING RED

Interior designer—Susan Marocco, ASID,

Susan Marocco Interiors, Inc.; 914/234-7066;

susanmaroccointeriors.com. Project

coordinator—William Lucia, Westhouse

Development Corp.; 914/747-1600.

Cabinetmaker—Anthony Maucieri, East Hill

Cabinetry; 914/432-7341; easthillcabinetry.com.

Range Monogram dual-fuel ZDP484NGPSS—

GE Appliances; 800/626-2000;

geappliances.com. Vent hood K4248SS—Best

By Broan; United States: 800/558-1711; Canada:

877/896-1119; bestbybroan.com. Refrigerator

BI-48S side-by-side, wine cooler undercounter

424G Wine Storage—Sub-Zero, Inc.; 800/222-

7820; subzero.com. Dishwasher Futura

Diamond G 5975 SCSF—Miele, Inc.; 800/463-

0260; mieleusa.com. Icemaker Brilliance Series

SCCP50MA1SU—Scotsman Ice Systems;

800/726-8762; scotsman-ice.com. Microwave

Easy Open drawer KB 6524PS—Sharp

Electronics Corp.; 800/237-4277; sharpusa.com.

Cabinetry Hidden Hills Collection custom—

East Hill Cabinetry; 914/432-7341;

easthillcabinetry.com. Cabinetry pulls

Contemporary in bronze SVB CK-911—Sun

Valley Bronze; 866/788-3631;

sunvalleybronze.com. Countertops concrete in

light gray on perimeter, dark gray on island—

Marveled Designs; 518/392-4847;

marveleddesigns.com. Backsplash marble

mosaic in white Carrara—White Plains Marble;

914/347-6000; whiteplainsmarble.com. Sinks:

main Classic 3210; island Classic undermount

3206—Julien, Inc.; 800/461-3377; julien.ca.

Faucets: main and island single-hole pullout

FF2000 Series in satin nickel; butler's pantry

single-hole pullout FFP-S700 Series in satin

nickel—Franke Kitchen Systems Division;

800/626-5771; frankeksd.com. Pot filler Talis C

Series 04218 in Satin Nickel—Hansgrohe;

800/334-0455; hansgrohe-usa.com. Flooring

92–97 CROWD PLEASER Architect—Arthur Fraser, AIA, Arthur Fraser

Architects, AIA; 212/289-5600;

arthurfraserarchitects.com. Contractor—East

End Country Kitchens; 631/727-2258;

eastendcountrykitchens.com. Interior

designer—Susan Anthony, Allied ASID,

Anthony and Olanow Design Group; 914/629-

0198; anthonyandolanow.com. Refrigerator—

Sub-Zero, Inc.; 800/222-7820; subzero.com.

Dishwasher—GE Appliances; 800/626-2000;

geappliances.com. Microwave—Sharp

Electronics Corp.; 800/237-4277; sharpusa.com.

Cabinetry—East End Country Kitchens;

631/727-2258; eastendcountrykitchens.com.

Kitchen sink—Franke Kitchen Systems

Division; 800/626-5771; frankeksd.com. Pantry

sink, pantry faucet, pantry tiling—

Waterworks; 800/998-2284; waterworks.com.

Kitchen faucet—Grohe America, Inc.;

800/201-3407; groheamerica.com. Smoothie

maker—Oster Appliances; 800/334-0759;

oster.com. Vase Match Pewter—Blue Cashew

Kitchen Pharmacy; 845/876-1119;

bluecashewkitchen.com.

104–109 TUXEDO JUNCTION

Designer—Jennifer Worts, Jennifer Worts

Design, Inc.; 416/481-3563; jenniferworts.com.

Range, microwave—Viking Range Corp.;

888/845-4641; vikingrange.com. Vent hood,

table and chairs custom design, artwork—

Jennifer Worts Design, Inc.; 416/481-3563;

jenniferworts.com. Refrigerator—Sub-Zero,

Inc.; 800/222-7820; subzero.com. Cabinetry,

vent hood fabrication—Bellini Custom

Cabinetry; 416/787-4799; bellini.ca. Cabinetry

hardware—Restoration Hardware; 800/910-

9836; restorationhardware.com. Refrigerator

pulls custom—check with a local supplier.

Backsplash tile—Saltillo Imports, Inc.;

416/441-2224; saltillo-tiles.com. Sink—Franke

Kitchen Systems Division; 800/626-5771;

frankeksd.com. Faucet—Hansgrohe; 800/334-

0455; hansgrohe-usa.com. Lighting over

island—Union Lighting; 800/588-6437;

unionltg.com. Napkins, vase, birds, silver

vases and bowls, utensil vase blue—West

Elm; 866/428-6468; westelm.com (product line

varies). Bowl with artichokes, glass vase—

Crate & Barrel; 800/967-6696;

crateandbarrel.com (product line varies). Wire

basket—Hollace Cluny; 416/968-7894;

hollacecluny.ca. Blue plates, ice bucket, cake

plate—Absolutely, Inc.; 416/324-8351;

absolutelyinc.com. Soup tureen—

Angus & Company; 416/537-4104;

angusandcompany.com.

white oak in custom walnut—check with local

suppliers. Lighting—Lightolier, a Philips

Group brand; 800/215-1068; lightolier.com.

Paint: walls Harbor Gray AC-25—Benjamin

Moore; 888/236-6667; benjaminmoore.com [P].

Window shades Sheer Basketweave 27

WSF-B27-5-OY in Oyster—Lutron; 888/588-

7661; lutronstore.com. Table Helios with oak

au lait finish top, African oak base, and lazy

Susan in platinum—Berman Rosetti Furniture;

310/476-6242; bermanrosetti.com [T].

http://susanmaroccointeriors.com

http://easthillcabinetry.com



http://subzero.com

http://mieleusa.com

http://sharpusa.com

http://easthillcabinetry.com

http://sunvalleybronze.com

http://marveleddesigns.com

http://whiteplainsmarble.com

http://frankeksd.com

http://arthurfraserarchitects.com

http://eastendcountrykitchens.com

http://anthonyandolanow.com

http://subzero.com


http://sharpusa.com

http://eastendcountrykitchens.com


http://waterworks.com

http://groheamerica.com

http://oster.com

http://bluecashewkitchen.com

http://jenniferworts.com


http://jenniferworts.com

http://subzero.com



http://unionltg.com

http://westelm.com


http://absolutelyinc.com

http://angusandcompany.com

http://lightolier.com


http://lutronstore.com

http://bermanrosetti.com

http://scotsman-ice.com

http://bellini.ca

http://julien.ca

http://hansgrohe-usa.com

http://hollacecluny.ca

http://hansgrohe-usa.com

http://saltillo-tiles.com



resources

110–115 SWEET SUCCESS

Kitchen designer—Matthew Quinn, Design

Galleria Kitchens & Bath Studio, 404/261-0111;

designgalleria.net. Contractor—Joe Prohaski,

Total Home Services; 404/261-9731. Range—

Viking Range Corp.; 888/845-4641;

vikingrange.com. Vent hood—Best By Broan;

United States: 800/558-1711; Canada: 877/896-

1119; bestbybroan.com. Refrigerator—

Thermador; 800/735-4328; thermador.com.

Microwave—Panasonic USA; 800/211-7262;

panasonic.com. Dishwasher—Bosch; 800/944-

2904; boschappliances.com. Cabinetry:

perimeter and island Verona; hutch

Victoria—Downsview Kitchens; 905/677-9354;

downsviewkitchens.com. Cabinetry

hardware—The Matthew Quinn Collection;

404/974-3560; matthewquinncollection.com.

Countertops soapstone—G & L Marble, Inc.;

800/377-9981; glmarble.com. Backsplash tile

Primrose—Renaissance Tile & Bath, Inc.;

800/275-1822; renaissancetileandbath.com.

Sink custom—Atlanta Stone Pro LLC;

404/890-0012; atlantastonepro.com. Faucets—

Whitehaus Collection; 800/527-6690;

whitehauscollection.com. Pendant lights—

Circa Lighting; 877/762-2323; circalighting.com.

116–121 FRESH FOCUS

Kitchen designer—Tina L. Rodda, Kitchen

Cove Cabinetry and Design; 207/541-9125;

kitchencovecabinetry.com. Range—Thermador;

800/735-4328; thermador.com. Refrigerator,

microwave—Jenn-Air; 800/688-1100;

jennair.com. Dishwasher—Bosch; 800/944-

2904; boschappliances.com. Cabinetry Vintage

Ultracraft in Beach White and Stone; vent

hood—Kitchen Cove Cabinetry and Design;

207/541-9125; kitchencovecabinetry.com.

Countertop quartz in Lagoon—Silestone by

Cosentino USA; 800/291-1311; silestoneusa.com.

Cabinetry hardware: pulls—Emtek Products,

Inc.; 800/356-2741; emtek.com, and glass

knobs—Lewis Dolin, Inc.; 914/232-7465;

lewisdolin.com. Backsplash mosaic Climbing

Vine jewel mosaic—New Ravenna Mosaics;

757/442-3379; newravenna.com. Sinks,

faucets—Franke Kitchen Systems Division;

800/626-5771; frankeksd.com. Flooring

Amendoim (Brazilian oak)—check with local

suppliers. Lighting—CX Design; 888/431-4242;

cxny.com. Windows—Andersen Windows;

800/426-4261; andersenwindows.com. Chairs,

stools—EcoHome Studio; 207/899-0390;

ecohomestudio.com. Fabric, chair slipcover—

Kravet; 800/645-9068; kravet.com.

122–125 PERFECT HARMONY

Designer—Yanic Simard, Toronto Interior

Design Group; 416/927-8744; tidg.ca. Tub and

shower unit Twinline—Caml-Tomlin;

519/884-5290; camltomlin.com. Showerhead

system, faucets, toilet, washlet—Toto USA,

Inc.; 800/350-8686; totousa.com. Vanity—

Wetstyle; 888/536-9001; wetstyle.ca. Vanity

mirror with lighting—Lumidesign; 905/597-

5988; lumidesign.ca. Floor and wall tiles

custom handmade—Antica Tile & Stone;

416/285-8745; antica.ca. Paint Classic Gray—

Benjamin Moore; 888/236-6667;

benjaminmoore.com [P]. Window fabric—

Maxwell Fabrics; 800/663-1159;

maxwellfabrics.com. Towel bars, chrome

accessories—Taymor Industries Ltd.;

800/388-9887; taymor.com.

http://designgalleria.net



http://thermador.com

http://panasonic.com


http://downsviewkitchens.com

http://matthewquinncollection.com

http://glmarble.com

http://www.renaissancetileandbath.com

http://atlantastonepro.com

http://whitehauscollection.com

http://circalighting.com

http://kitchencovecabinetry.com

http://thermador.com

http://jennair.com


http://kitchencovecabinetry.com

http://silestoneusa.com

http://emtek.com

http://lewisdolin.com

http://newravenna.com


http://cxny.com


http://ecohomestudio.com

http://kravet.com

http://camltomlin.com

http://totousa.com


http://maxwellfabrics.com

http://www.taymor.com

http://antica.ca

http://lumidesign.ca

http://wetstyle.ca

http://tidg.ca


126–129 QUIET ZONE

Architect—John Mattingly, Chalet

Development; 303/282-0787;

chaletdevelopment.com. Construction—Lance

Gutsch, Chalet Development; 303/282-0787;

chaletdevelopment.com. Interior design—

Regan Mattingly, Chalet Development;

303/282-0787; chaletdevelopment.com. Art

consultant—Ann Benson Reidy, Ann Benson

Reidy & Associates; 303/522-2979;

annbensonreidy.com. Marble, limestone,

accessories—Waterworks; 800/998-2284;

waterworks.com. Tile installation—David

Goodman, Goodman Tile & Stone, Inc.;

720/308-3455. Custom furniture design,

fabrication and bench upholstery—Daniel

Curtis, DC Upholstery; 720/317-3148; e-mail:

[email protected]. Bed, linens—H W

Home, Inc.; 303/394-9222; hwhome.com. Side

tables Noir—Homestyle Showroom; 303/295-

1283; homestylesales.com [T]. Artwork mixed

medium “Me Water 20” and “Me Water 21” by

Udo Noger—Walker Fine Art; 303/355-8955;

walkerfineart.com.

134–137 BALANCED APPROACH

Designers—Kerith Flynn and Christine

Ranieri, Margali and Flynn Designs, LLC;

516/294-2757; margaliandflynn.com. Shower

fixtures, faucets, toilet—Kohler Co.;

800/456-4537; us.kohler.com. Sinks, vanities—

Ronbow Corp.; 888/880-8318; ronbow.com.

Countertops marble in Carrara—Margali and

Flynn Designs, LLC; 516/294-2757;

margaliandflynn.com. Lighting—Stonegate

Designs; 269/429-8323; stonegatedesigns.com.

Wallpaper—York Wallcoverings; 800/375-9675;

yorkwall.com. Tiles—Fancy Fixtures; 516/349-

3003; fancyfixtures.net. Window shade custom

design—Margali and Flynn Designs, LLC;

516/294-2757; margaliandflynn.com. Window

shade fabric—Kravet; 800/645-9068;

kravet.com. Stool—HomeGoods; 800/614-4663;

homegoods.com. Canister set—Crate & Barrel;

800/967-6696; crateandbarrel.com (product

line varies). Silver vase—West Elm; 866/428-

6468; westelm.com (product line varies).

130–133 BRIGHT FUTURE

Designer—Allie Mann, Allied ASID, CKBR,

CAPS, Case Design/Remodeling, Inc.; 703/241-

2980; casedesign.com. Shower enclosure

frameless glass with polished nickel hardware;

mirrors bevel-edge—Sterling Mirror & Glass;

301/627-6399; sterlingmirror.com. Tile: mosaic

accent panel, bath flooring, shower flooring,

shower walls glossy field tile in Snow

White—Architectural Ceramics; 800/287-1742;

architecturalceramics.net. Sink vanities—

Ronbow Corp.; 888/880-8318; ronbow.com.

Countertop marble in Vermont Eureka

Calacatta—check with local suppliers. Lighting

in polished nickel—Feiss Lighting; 800/969-

3349; feiss.com. Paint Pointing White #2003,

Green Ground #206—Farrow & Ball; 888/511-

1121; farrow-ball.com [P]. Metal accent

table—Target Stores; 800/800-8800;

target.com (product line varies).

http://chaletdevelopment.com



http://annbensonreidy.com

http://waterworks.com

mailto:[email protected]

http://hwhome.com

http://homestylesales.com

http://walkerfineart.com

http://margaliandflynn.com


http://ronbow.com


http://stonegatedesigns.com

http://yorkwall.com

http://fancyfixtures.net


http://kravet.com

http://homegoods.com


http://westelm.com

http://casedesign.com

http://sterlingmirror.com

http://architecturalceramics.net

http://ronbow.com

http://feiss.com

http://target.com


http://farrow-ball.com


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