Kitchen and Bath Ideas - March 2014 PDF
Kitchen and Bath Ideas - March 2014 PDF
2014
ORSA kitchen
Starting at
$
1999*
Based on 10'×10' kitchen.
AKURUM kitchen with ORSA birch doors and drawer fronts. Clear lacquered
birch and birch veneer. Requires assembly. *The total price includes cabinets, fronts,
interior shelving, drawer and door dampers, hinges, toekicks, legs, visible moldings
and panels. Your choice of countertop, sink, faucet, handles, appliances and lighting
are sold separately. See IKEA store for limited warranty, country of origin, and 10'×10'
layout details. Valid in US IKEA stores only.
spring
in this issue
2014
features
62 CLEAR VISION 104 TUXEDO
Clean lines, moody hues, and JUNCTION
vintage touches personalize a Crisp contrasts give a
new kitchen. classic white kitchen
sophisticated style.
68 FRENCH FLAIR
An elegant farmhouse 110 SWEET SUCCESS
kitchen takes its style cues A colorful kitchen reflects
from French country estates. its owner’s love of quilting.
on the cover
Open shelving adds instant charm to a country-French-
inspired kitchen. See page 68. Photographer: John Granen 116
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6 BHG.COM 36 CONNECTIONS
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updating your space.
40 SMALL KITCHEN
9 WHAT’S NEW Elegant materials bring
Bring cottage style home big style to a small galley
with these product picks. kitchen.
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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
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what’s new
Fresh
Cottage
Modern updates to
a traditional style perk
up the cottage look.
writer kristina mcguirk
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what’s new
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3 4
1. SLEEK CLEAN A contemporary chrome finish 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 outfitted with cottage charm. Artistry electric range, $649, GE, geappliances.com. 5. HARDWARE UPGRADE Punctuate
traditional white cabinetry with dark-finish hardware for a little added drama. Jeffrey Alexander Venezia collection cup pull ($14)
and cabinet knob ($9) in gunmetal, Elements Verona collection Rustic Bail pull in matte black ($8), Hardware Resources,
hardwareresources.com.
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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 flooring
will stand the test of time. Walnut Artesian natural flooring, 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 Buffet & Hutch in Key West Teal, $3,171, Maine Cottage, mainecottage.com. 10. WELL
TIMED This oversize wall clock combines iron and antique gold for a dramatic piece that mixes form and function. Chateau Betton
clock, $179, Ballard Designs, ballarddesigns.com.
all about
In LIvIng
CoLor
Feel confident about
adding color to your
kitchen or bath with
this helpful guide.
writer kristina mcguirk
Sec
y
dar
on
yellow, and blue. They
on
da
Sec
combine to create all
ry
other colors.
Secondary colors—
green, orange, and
Tertiary
Tertiary
purple—result from
combining two primary
colors.
Tertiary colors, such as
blue-green or red-orange,
result from combining
Prim
ary
a primary color with a
Prim
ary
secondary color.
Ter y
tiar rtiar
color scheming
y Te
Secondary
No-fail ways to pick a palette for your kitchen or bath.
MONOCHROMATIC: ANALOGOUS: COMPLEMENTARY:
NEUTRAL
ZONE
A scheme that starts with A scheme built on colors A scheme constructed on
a single color, such as that sit next to each other colors that are opposite
yellow, then uses tints and on the color wheel, such as each other on the wheel, Shades of white,
shades of that color to a panoply of blues, teals, such as blue and orange or
black, brown, and
enliven the palette. and greens. yellow and purple.
gray are the most
pervasive colors in
kitchens and baths
(wood flooring and
bring it home
creamy marble are
perfect examples).
Check out the Better Homes and These colors and
Gardens COLOR book, which materials have a
features smart tips, color- and classic appeal, but
pattern-choosing advice, and the key to keeping
specific paint palettes for every the look fresh is
room of the home. Look for it at mixing patterns,
your local bookseller ($20). textures, and
finishes within the
neutral hues.
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all about color
colorful language
WARM: Generally reminiscent of heat sources like fire and
sunlight, warm hues are made with reds, yellows, and oranges.
MAKE A STATEMENT
In spaces large or small, try these tips for
attention-getting color.
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all about color
MOST
island appeal piNNED!
Find us on Pinterest at
Nervous about making a big color commitment? Love pinterest.com/BHG to see
this island and other
your white kitchen but looking for some pizzazz? Paint the bright kitchens.
island! Unattached to the rest of the kitchen, it’s an ideal
place for playing with colors and finishes.
a strong
finish
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
FLAT common types.
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all about color
pattern play
One of the many benefts of including color in your space designs. In the kitchen, try playing with backsplash tiles, a
is that it allows you to play with pattern. Love a slim runner, or window treatments. For the bath, look toward
pinstripe, a classic damask, and a bold foral? Seemingly linens, shower curtains, foor tiles, and wallpaper. In each,
discordant prints work together if they’re in the same be sure to leave some neutral space for balance—you
color scheme. You’ll want a mix of large- and small-scale don’t want the patterns running into each other.
best in the bath
Where should you start looking for
bath color inspiration? Think about
how you use the room.
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 GET CREATIVE
first. Try SureSwatch instead! This paintable Go behind the scenes, adding color
9×12-inch film sticks to the wall and is easily inside drawers, behind cabinet doors,
removable—saving the hassle of priming and or backing open shelves for surprising
painting. Learn more online at sureswatch.com, doses of personality.
then pick it up at Home Depot for about $1.
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quick picks
SEATED
IN STYLE
Elevate the look of
your kitchen with
these dashing
stools that double
as delightful decor
and a place to perch.
writer KRISTINA McGUIRK
John Vogel chair in
acorn/charcoal | $299
West Elm
westelm.com
EDITOR’S
PICK!
Go to BHG.com/Stools
to shop more of our
favorite seats for
every style.
Amelia cafe
Demeter Bella Cane barstool | $218
barstool | $321 counter stool | $369 for set of two
Lamps Plus Ballard Designs Bellacor
lampsplus.com ballarddesigns.com bellacor.com
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I’VE NEVER UNDERSTOOD
WHY 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 LIKE
SHOWING HER AROUND.
— HARPER
adopted 08-18-09
10 things to love about this kitchen
SEASIDE 1 2
SPIRIT PLEASING PALETTE
The nearby ocean inspired
a blue and white palette
OPEN ASSEMBLY
Open to adjoining rooms,
the kitchen needed
A coastal kitchen scores big in this Wilmington, North a welcoming layout.
on style with sophisticated Carolina, kitchen. Rich
wood flooring and black
Positioning the major
appliances along the wall
touches of beachy elegance. concrete countertops
provide crisp contrast.
lets the island be a place
where family and friends
writer KRISTINA McGUIRK can gather.
photographer BRIE WILLIAMS
field editor BONNIE BROTEN
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10 things to love about this kitchen
3
SIMPLY STUNNING
4
EASYGOING CHARM
5
IN SYNC
6
DARLING DETAILS
Rustic open shelves let Painted shiplap siding An apron-front sink is Vintage tin ceiling tiles
a collection of white is an inexpensive way to hardworking but has a were cut down and used
dishware and vintage add interest behind the casual look that appears for custom doors under the
wicker pieces take center open shelving. Carried tailored for this laid-back island sink. Extra attention
stage. Just a few citrus throughout the kitchen’s space. A built-in cutting to detail added character to
green accents bring walls and island base, its board and custom inset the clean-lined kitchen.
playful pops of color. cozy appeal meshes with dish drain flank the sink.
the beachy cottage look.
7
FAMILY FAVORITE
8
WELL SUITED
9
SPACE PLANNING
10
STORAGE SMARTS
Inspired by the Concrete counters allow A double-oven range Little changes make a big
homeowners’ love of for many customizations. provides the function impact when it comes
collecting seashells, the In this kitchen, the the homeowner wanted to cabinetry. Trading
kitchen’s focal point is concrete was darkened for without taking up the traditional doors for a
the custom concrete the ideal look. Plus, it can space that two wall ovens few glass-front cabinets—
backsplash—a mix of be manipulated to provide would require. and squeezing in wine
concrete and locally built-in luxuries, such as storage—perfectly mixes
gathered shells. this trivet. form and function.
Call White Flower Farm at 1-800-420-2852 to order and refer to code SIP03,
or go to BHGGardenStore.com to order online.
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buying guide
ceiling
Ceiling-mount fixtures lend subtle style—
and leave plenty of headroom.
1 2
3 4
1 2
3 4
1 2
3 4
1 2
3 4
A Better
BAcksplAsh
Add style while
protecting your
walls with these
backsplash ideas.
writer Kristina mcguirK
USEFUL NICHE Recessing an area of the backsplash produces a COTTAGE CHARM Beaded board gives walls texture—and as this
handy spot for your most-used cooking utensils and ingredients. kitchen shows, sometimes color, too! Try running it up the wall and
Using all the same tile makes the niche “float” above the cooktop. behind open shelving for a tailored look.
STRONG DEFENSE For the chef who tends to make a mess BOLD TILE Express your personality with a dramatically patterned
around the stove top, a sheet of stainless steel provides the ultimate ceramic or porcelain tile. Let the color and pattern complement your
protection for the wall while making it easy to clean up. style while adding interest to a kitchen with simple cabinetry.
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multiple choices
map quest Show of exactly where you found inspiration for your sleek panels Convey contemporary style with large back-
kitchen design. Here, Parisian character comes from a vintage map painted glass panels. The lack of grout lines makes the look
that’s applied with wallpaper paste and covered with polyurethane. streamlined and easy to clean. Plus, it refects ambient light.
frame up Simply framing decorative, patterned tile with liner tiles Glamour shot Let your walls shine, literally, with a stunning
amid a wall of subway tile will create an easy—and, most important, metallic mosaic. The shimmering accent is an unexpectedly elegant
durable—work of art above the range. addition that complements polished appliances and fixtures.
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.)
PANTONE
18-3224
32%chef’s stove
18%double
ovens
9%
induction
cooktop
Wish List
In a kitchen-trends study by Houzz, Inc.
last October, cooking appliances topped
consumers’ wish lists.
DIY DIVINE
A shout-out to reader Holly Sylvester, who
spent months researching and planning
her new kitchen, even creating a cardboard Simple Wine
model to get it just right. By making
smart choices, she was able to afford her Storage
Create a wine cabinet this
must-haves for the mostly DIY kitchen, weekend with this easy-to-
including new appliances, hardwood floors, install system. The horizontal
granite counters, and LED lighting. IKEA design keeps bottles stored
cabinets are a budget-friendly choice that at the right level, and it
still have high-end amenities such as soft- fits into a standard
base cabinet so the
close drawers. “I have more seating, more wine is enclosed in a
work space, and a much more efficient dark space. Choose
setup,” she writes. Thanks for sharing your from 12-, 18-, 24- or
inspiring story, Holly. 30-bottle models to
fit your needs. This
is a quick way to add
a luxurious amenity
to the kitchen you
COOKING WITH STEAM already have!
Starting at $299,
Last year we joined appliance manufacturer wine-logic.com.
Miele in Seattle to learn about how technology
is influencing cooking trends. After exploring the
rich culinary history of the city and the Pike Place
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small kitchen
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16x9
MW R/F
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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small bath
ROOM FOR
LuxuRy
A simple space gets bold
BEFORE upgrades for a more
stylish, livable bath.
writer Kristina mcguirK
photographer marty Baldwin
illustrator ann weiss
THE PROBLEMS
1. The vanity did not properly
balance the oversize built-in tub
on the opposite wall.
16x10
2. Separate rooms for the
toilet and shower were wasting
valuable space in the foor plan.
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.
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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.
Pairing
a sleek desk
with a fun mirror
fashions a makeup
vanity that embraces
STYLISH DOUBLE VANITIES the bath’s clean
Twice is nice when it comes to a busy lines. The pouf is
shared space like a master bath. Check a whimsical
out BHG.com/DoubleVanity for spaces touch.
that benefit from twice the style, too.
THE SOLUTIONS
1. Ditching the separate toilet and shower rooms
allowed for an open floor plan that feels less
VALUE BUDGET
constricted. A partial wall still provides privacy for
the toilet. FIXTURES
Produits Neptune tub $1,496
Grohe Essence 8-inch widespread faucets $528
2. Moving the shower to the tub wall created a Symmons Ballina shower combo kit $515
more balanced bathing area opposite the vanities. Whittington Mahon freestanding bath filler $430
Kohler Santa Rosa white comfort-height toilet $328
3. Earthy hues and nature-inspired design in the CABINETRY
wheat-color shower walls, pebble tile shower floor, Worlds Away Jared white and stainless-steel desk $1,963
garden-theme wallpaper, and hemp cage light have Overstock.com Windham soft white vanities with $1,172
a relaxing aura that lightens the space. white marble tops
SURFACES
4. Two petite, separate vanities serve the same Virtue Tile Ariostea Verde Brasil floor tiles $2,030
purpose as the previous two-sink unit but without Virtue Tile Porcelanosa Yakarta shower wall tiles $933
crowding the room. Their small structure allows a Thibaut Butterfly Garden metallic wallpaper in aqua $864
makeup vanity to also fit into the space. Solistone Cayman Blue pebble shower floor tiles $220
MISCELLANEOUS
Custom glass shower enclosure $3,000
Zinc Door Mirror Image framed pagoda mirror $785
Relaxed Roman shade with Ogee pattern fabric in $542
aquamarine from theshadestore.com
16x10 Hudson Valley Trinity two-light bath sconces $478
Pegasus 24-inch medicine cabinets with silver $296
beveled mirrors
Shades of Light hemp netting drum pendant $239
Fabulous Furs ivory Mongolian lamb faux fur pouf $199
Ruglots.com Jaipur Maroc Nyasha 3×5 rug $171
AFTER Aqua Teak shower bench $150
TOTAL $16,339
prices are estimates, excluding installation
one bath, two budgets custom solution
“The sofa
wall is meant to
be inviting,” Duffy
says. “It makes
the space more
of a lounge
and less of a
bathroom.”
A marble
countertop
and plumbing
fixtures transform
a piece of furniture
into a simple vanity
that contrasts
with the graphic
wallpaper.
THE SOLUTIONS
1. A loveseat replaces the unused tub. It’s a
dramatic change that doesn’t alter the available
CUSTOM BUDGET
space—but does create a more intimate setting.
FIXTURES
Rohl widespread Zephyr faucets in Tuscan brass $1,516
2. Taking risks with new products, like the boldly Rohl Michael Berman oil-rubbed bronze shower $864
patterned concrete flooring and dramatic wallpaper, with diverter
pays off when the elements are paired with more Toto Eco Promenade toilet $349
traditional finishes, silhouettes, and fabrics. The Rohl oil-rubbed bronze 8-inch Anti-Cal $320
showerhead
result is a stylish and tailored high-end look. Kohler Verticyl oval undermount sinks $234
TOTAL $35,146
prices are estimates, excluding installation
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2014
Our favorite kitchen and bath
products of the year combine
smart function, seamless style,
and cutting-edge technology.
writer RENEE FREEMON MULVIHILL
1TEXTURED FINISHES
Why stick with stainless steel
3
when you can choose from EASY UPGRADE
a new line of 10 textured With this 14-inch shower arm,
paints and finishes that add you can enjoy the soothing soak
drama and dimension to of a rain-style showerhead—
your range? Textures range without the plumbing and
(shown in Premium Copper remodeling costs associated
Vein color), $10,000 for with adding a standard ceiling-
RNB484GCBV1 shown, BlueStar, mount version. Arris shower
bluestarcooking.com. arm, from $94, Moen, moen.com.
2
BARELY-THERE DRAIN
Understated styling lets you beautifully integrate your
4
GRACEFUL FORM
shower drain with surrounding tile or stone, making
the drain all but disappear. StyleDrain Tile, $397–$589, The asymmetrical, organic
California Faucets, californiafaucets.com. shape of this tub is striking
from any angle. As you view
it from different places in the
room, its shape seems to shift
and take on a new fluidity. Juliet
tub, $6,995–$10,655, MTI Baths,
mtibaths.com.
7 WATER-SAVING STYLE
This minimalist faucet is
about more than just good
looks; it allows you to choose
between a flow 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.
5
PRO-STYLE FUNCTION FOR LESS
Now 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 affordable 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.
8
6
4-BOTTLE DISPENSER
Feel 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
VERSATILE COOKWARE WineStation, from $5,299,
Thanks to removable handles, these pots easily transition Dacor, dacor.com.
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.
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MOST INNOVATIVE
PRODUCTS
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TM
2014
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INSTANT 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.
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CUSTOM DESIGNS
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With this easy-to-use online
tool, you can design your own
Cuerda Seca tiles and create
a one-of-a-kind backsplash or REALISTIC WOOD LOOKS
flooring design. Choose the Hardwood-inspired designs bring an amazingly real wood
colors you want to have hand- look and feel to laminate countertops. Available in a dark
painted on any of more than chocolate reclaimed-wood look or with a light maple color
150 existing tile patterns. and grain. Blocked Wood designs in the Wilsonart Premium
Color-it tool, Fireclay Tile, Collection, $31 per square foot installed, Wilsonart,
fireclaytile.com/color-it. wilsonart.com.
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products
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smarter than
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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
CLEANING POWER $3,249, Perlick, perlick.com.
Having 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 coffee or
milk. GE Profile Series stainless-steel-interior dishwasher
(PDT750SSFSS), $1,299, GE Appliances, geappliances.com.
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RUGGED TEXTURE
Cabinet doors with a hand-
hammered appearance promise
FILTERED WATER to bring a new dimension to
FOR THE BATH your kitchen. The new door
style pairs a 2¹/₈-inch frame with
Enjoy filtered water in your
several glass-insert options.
master bath without a separate
Vetro Hammered Bronze Door,
filter fixture. This space-savvy
see showroom for pricing,
faucet does it all. Perrin & Rowe
KraftMaid, kraftmaid.com.
Contemporary 3-Lever lavatory
filtration faucet, $1,598, Rohl,
rohlhome.com.
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MOST INNOVATIVE
PRODUCTS TM
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“ The best
innovations
bring daily
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satisfaction
and make
”
The shower takes on a whole
new look and feel with this
63-inch-tall column that features
an integrated chromatherapy
system with LED lighting
life easier.
Kit Selzer
and multiple spray options, Senior Editor, Home Design
including a gentle rain shower, Better Homes and Gardens®
a waterfall, and body sprays.
Available in chrome, architectural
black, or architectural white.
Ametis shower column, price
upon request, Graff,
graff-faucets.com.
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LOOK-ALIKE STYLE
Enjoy the beauty of marble
and the durability of porcelain.
Available in several sizes,
these marble-look field tiles
can be used on interior floors,
interior and exterior walls, and
A BETTER BULB countertops. Virtue porcelain
This LED bulb looks like a tile collection, $7.14–$9.58
standard lightbulb and offers per square foot uninstalled,
light that mimics that of an Crossville, crossvilleinc.com.
incandescent bulb—but it saves
energy and lasts far longer.
40-watt replacement lightbulb,
$9.97, Cree, Inc. (available
through Home Depot),
creebulb.com.
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CUSTOM SETTINGS
These digital faucets for the sink
and tub let you save customized
settings for water temperature,
flow rate, and duration—so you
can streamline morning routines
and save water, too. Bonus:
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An LED light ring indicates
water temperature. Electronica
faucets, starting at $3,295, Blu
Bathworks, blubathworks.com.
HIGH-END LAMINATE
Improved imaging technology
takes laminate flooring to a new
level with random plank widths
and realistic textures that mimic
reclaimed hardwood floors.
Architectural Remnants laminate
flooring, $3.47–$4.99 per square
foot uninstalled, Armstrong
Floor Products, armstrong.com.
21 QUIETLY EFFECTIVE
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-efficient. The system is
now available on 19 Best-brand 23
range hood designs. Best iQ Blower
System, $1,500–$4,000, Best, SMART COOKTOP
bestrangehoods.com. Instead 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 offers fast and precise temperature control and
a surface that stays cool to the touch. Freedom induction
cooktop, $5,499, Thermador, thermador.com.
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KITCHEN
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BARELY THERE
Thanks to cutting-edge
nanotechnology, this Organic
LED chandelier features
MOST INNOVATIVE ultra-slim ¾-inch-thick light
PRODUCTS TM
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MUSIC TO YOUR EARS
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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.
SECRET DOOR
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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VERSATILE SURFACE
This new surface created by
extreme heat and pressure offers
a flooring, 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.
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FAUCET REVOLUTION
Perfect for installing on a
kitchen island, this faucet
features 360-degree rotation
so you can use it to clean up
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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.
CUSTOM-COLOR VENTILATION
Create 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.
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clear vision
A YOUNG FAMILY PLANS A DREAM
KITCHEN—THEN MAKES IT COME
TRUE, DOWN TO THE LAST DETAIL.
writer CANDACE ORD MANROE photographer MICHAEL PARTENIO field editor ANNA MOLVIK
Before: Lim
the kitchen’s blaned overpowers
finishes.
f 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 sunflower 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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The space felt peaceful,
comfortable, organized
yet livable.
Andrea Clarke
homeowner
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Thoughtful materials and an efficient
new layout turn a century-old kitchen
into a tastefully modern space.
writer DEBRA STEILEN photographer LAURIE BLACK field editor LINDA HUMPHREY
NINETY YEARS OF BAD TASTE —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
R/F mismatched reds.”
But the house had good bones, and the couple loved the
neighborhood. So they gave the kitchen a budget remodel
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(“inoffensive vinyl flooring 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
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and Jeremy hired architects Melody Emerick and Geno Salimena
of Emerick Architects, who listened to the couple’s priorities (a
breakfast nook and better traffic flow) 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 inefficient 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.
4 An adjacent breakfast
nook offers a cozy spot
for family meals outside
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
the main work core. agreement about the style dichotomy. “We needed a kitchen that
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functions well for people who actually cook,” Jeremy says.
New windows with Dana sees the transformed kitchen as the hub of the Sackses’
diamond-shape muntins family life, whether it is homework at the island or home-cooked
echo original windows meals in the breakfast nook. “We fixed everything we hated”
in the 1910 home.
about the house and the kitchen, she says. “This new kitchen
changed our life.” KBI
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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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family central
A 1920S LAKESIDE
COTTAGE LOSES A
WALL AND GAINS AN
AIRY NEW KITCHEN
WITH ATTITUDE AND
WATER VIEWS.
writer MARA BOO
photographer LAURIE BLACK
field editor BARBARA MUNDALL
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THIS PHOTO: Clean-lined
open shelves flank 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.
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Steel, concrete, cedar,
bamboo, zinc, graphite,
quartz-surfacing,
stainless steel, and three
types of glassÑtextured,
mirrored, and mosaicÑ
mingle easily in the
innovative kitchen of a
121-year-old home.
modern
revision
AN OLD HOME LEARNS NEW
TRICKS WITH A STYLISH
CONTEMPORARY RENOVATION.
writer MARA BOO photographer WERNER STRAUBE field editor MEGAN CHAFFIN
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.
TO HUSBAND-AND-WIFE 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
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KITCHEN changes. Chapter Four: Morgante and Wilson receive a call for help.
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Like all good stories, however, this one has a plot twist. “It turns
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wine bar 8x9 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 floor 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.
Takeaways “We needed the beams for structural reasons, of course, but we decided
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lined but still friendly. If, for example, we had done the room with all-
Emphasizing support white cabinets and a black countertop, it would have been too starkly
structure, rather than
contemporary for such an old house.”
hiding it, fosters a
modern feel. Still, certain aspects of its design—such as the highly efficient layout
and the breakfast room addition—are as current as can be. “Everything
4 Mixing earthy materials
with industrial elements
in this kitchen is right at your fingertips,” Wilson says. “It’s got a bar,
an office, an island, and multiple work spaces. It welcomes guests while
creates a welcoming keeping them out of the cook’s way. It’s a real counterpoint to the
contemporary style. original kitchen, which had you walking all over just to make dinner.”
A happy ending, indeed. KBI
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DESIGN TIP
A canopy
defines a
breakfast nook
within the
larger space
while adding
intimacy.
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crowd pleaser
AN ACTIVE HUB, THIS TRADITIONAL-WITH-A-
TWIST KITCHEN GREETS GUESTS IN STYLE.
writer MARA BOO photographer MICHAEL PARTENIO field editor ANNA MOLVIK
The stately kitchen
is inspired by the
rich legacy of classic
Hamptons architecture.
Interior designer
Susan Anthony custom
designed the flat-panel
cabinetry; the crown
moldings are glazed to
heighten their intricate
detailing.
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The wallpapered
breakfast room echoes
the kitchen’s nostalgic
sensibility. Plentiful
storage accommodates
the dishes, glassware,
and serving pieces
necessary for nonstop
summer entertaining.
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1 Seating around the
work core gives guests
room to navigate the
busy space.
3 A dark-stained island
grounds a roomy
kitchen.
4 Substantial
crown moldings
draw attention
to architectural
influences.
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DESIGN TIP
A chimney-
style hood in an
unexpected hue
makes a bold
contemporary
statement.
EVERY KITCHEN NEEDS A WOW
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. wine
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.
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back to the view out the windows. A small butler’s pantry tucked by the dining room
entry lacked both style and efficiency, and the whole space felt heavy and dated. The DW
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.
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Bumping out one end of the kitchen with a bay window created a more generously AREA
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proportioned breakfast area. The butler’s pantry, reinvented as a full-fledged 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.
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.
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Takeaways One of the design team’s earliest decisions was to cover the floor with a white marble
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tile featuring pale gray striations. A closer look at the floor, however, revealed it was very
A colorful range hood uneven, making tile impractical. So they discarded the material—but not the idea. The
creates a dramatic but
tile’s pattern served as the inspiration for the cabinets, which Maucieri painted with a
cheery focal point.
subtle gray strié. An all-gray kitchen would have felt too modern for the Georgian-style
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But the pièce de résistance is undoubtedly the hood. Lucia bought a standard stainless-
Concrete counters are steel hood and had an auto-body shop spray it with 16 coats of car enamel to get the
more stain-resistant
stunningly saturated red the clients wanted. Meanwhile, Marocco picked up that shade
than marble or granite
and have fewer seams.
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
4 Stopping upper
cabinets just short
traditional dark kitchen,” Marocco says, “to something you wouldn’t expect in a Georgian
Colonial home like this.” KBI
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shadow lines that
give the impression of ABOVE LEFT: A poured-concrete counter with a square edge pairs perfectly with the cabinets’
furniture rather than modern bar pulls. ABOVE MIDDLE: Riftsawn oak in varying finishes on the island, floors, and
built-ins. 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.
TUXEDO
Mixing black and white results in a
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JUNCTION
transitional Toronto kitchen that is fancy but not fussy.
writer and field editor KHRISTI S. ZIMMETH photographer STACEY BRANDFORD
t 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 floors 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 stuffiness, 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 first
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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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
floor-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 offer
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
camouflage stains), but the far end of the kitchen also
offers 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 different.”
The same can be said about the entire space, which
welcomes—and works for—all ages. KBI
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Takeaways
1 Black trim adds a note
of elegance to classic
white cabinets.
4 Unexpected color in
appliances boosts
personality and relaxes
an elegant look.
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PATCHWORK PERFECTION
A tiled backsplash, whether simple bricks
or intricate patterns, has a pieced-together
appeal much like a favorite patchwork quilt.
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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.
Takeaways
1 A scheme based on two
primary colors makes a
kitchen lively.
2 Freestanding furniture
pieces boost storage
while enhancing a casual
country style.
5 Soapstone is warmer to
the touch than granite or
marble and adds vintage
farmhouse appeal.
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.
Before: Mismatched
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As a professional
kitchen designer, Tina
Rodda knows the value
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
offering plenty of seating for their family of five, and
improved traffic flow—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 traffic 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
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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
soffits, 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.
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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
Takeaways
1 Living with a space
before remodeling 2 A separate prep
sink in the island 3 A dedicated snack/
beverage area allows 4 A breakaway rolling
cart at one end of
5 Mixing finishes in
cabinet hardware
provides insight boosts efficiency, family members the island provides and fixtures creates
on what works and particularly in a and guests to help additional prep a personalized look.
what doesn’t. larger kitchen. themselves without or serving space
interfering with wherever needed.
meal prep.
OPPOSITE TOP: Glass-front
upper cabinets enhance
the room’s light, airy feel
and offer 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.
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THIS PHOTO: The open
contemporary-style
vanity has a roomy
bottom shelf for towels
or baskets. OPPOSITE:
The dramatic marble
tile floor was the
jumping-off point for
the entire renovation.
It took two mosaic
artists two weeks to
complete the stunning
and intricate design.
2 Repeating materials
on the walls and floors
creates unity.
quiet
zone
A TIMELESS MASTER BATH
PROVIDES RELAXATION
WITHOUT ISOLATION.
writer WENDY GRAY
photographer EMILY MINTON-REDFIELD
field editor ELAINE ST. LOUIS
NEUTRAL LIGHT, COOL BREEZES, luxurious finishes, sparkling accents … these delightful elements
ABOVE: Gray paneled walls add texture and depth to may suggest a destination spa, but this bath was created to be
the room’s neutral palette. ABOVE RIGHT: The regal less of a restful oasis and more of a rest stop. When the owners
claw-foot tub and eye-catching filler are an off-axis
focal point. OPPOSITE LEFT: The shower grabs passive
enlisted Chalet Development in Denver to build their new house,
light from a window 10 feet away. The distance they brought a vision of a design that puts family at the heart of
between window and shower means privacy isn’t an the home—and circulating through its arteries.
issue. OPPOSITE RIGHT: Calacatta Gold marble in the “This bathroom was a cog in the wheel as I designed the entire
shower is used in two sizes for pizzazz that won’t
residence from scratch,” architectural designer John Mattingly
overwhelm the closed-in space.
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.”
16x9 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-
2
closet and shower live in a bay separated from the master entry
A furniturelike vanity
hall, with the master closet on the other side.”
anchors a long wall.
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
3 Using the same material
for countertops,
flooring, and shower
may be getting ready for a night out. Between the dual sinks, surfaces creates a
another window offers morning light but hides behind a large pulled-together look.
4
crabapple tree outside for privacy. When that window is open, it
creates a cross-breeze from the bath through to the bedroom’s A claw-foot tub is a
luxurious addition with
floor-to-ceiling windows. Now that’s good circulation and flow,
timeless appeal.
welcoming to all. KBI
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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.
Takeaways
1 Leaving plumbing lines
in place but replacing
the fixtures saves money
and time.
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DESIGN TIP
A flat, sleek
edge on a
classic marble
countertop gives
the otherwise
traditional
material a
modern twist.
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LINEN
4 Embracing adjacent
spaces, such as closets,
boosts a bath’s function.
resources
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bright idea
snack zone, or tucked into an island, these drawers add a playful and unexpected
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