The client requested a kitchen that would not only provide a great space to cook and enjoy family meals but one that would fit in with her unique design sense. An avid collector of contemporary art, she wanted something unexpected in her 100-year-old home in both color and finishes but still providing a great layout with improved lighting, storage, and superior cooking abilities. The existing kitchen was in a closed off space trapped between the family room and the living. If you were in the kitchen, you were isolated from the rest of the house. Making the kitchen an integrated part of the home was a paramount request. Step one, remove the wall separating the kitchen from the other rooms in the home which allowed the new kitchen to become an integrated space instead of an isolation room for the cook. Next, we relocated the pantry access which was in the family room to the kitchen integrating a poorly used recess which had become a catch all area which did not provide any usable space for storage or working area. To add valuable function in the kitchen we began by capturing unused "cubbies", adding a walk-in pantry from the kitchen, increasing the storage lost to un-needed drop ceilings and bring light and design to the space with a new large awning window, improved lighting, and combining interesting finishes and colors to reflect the artistic attitude of the client. A bathroom located above the kitchen had been leaking into the plaster ceiling for several years. That along with knob and tube wiring, rotted beams and a brick wall from the back of the fireplace in the adjacent living room all needed to be brought to code. The walls, ceiling and floors in this 100+ year old home were completely out of level and the room’s foot print could not be increased. The choice of a Sub-Zero wolf product is a standard in my kitchen designs. The quality of the product, its manufacturing and commitment to food preservation is the reason I specify Sub Zero Wolf. For the cook top, the integrated line of the contemporary cooktop and the signature red knobs against the navy blue of the cabinets added to the design vibe of the kitchen. The cooking performance and the large continuous grate on the cooktop makes it an obvious choice for a cook looking for a great cook top with professional results in a more streamlined profile. We selected a Sharp microwave drawer for the island, an XO wine refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and Kitchen Aid double convection wall ovens to round out the appliance package. A recess created by the fireplace was outfitted with a cabinet which now holds small appliances within easy reach of my very petite client. Natural maple accents were used inside all the wall cabinets and repeated on the front of the hood and for the sliding door appliance cabinet and the floating shelves. This allows a brighter interior for the painted cabinets instead of the traditional same interior as exterior finish choice. The was an amazing transformation from the old to the new. The final touches are the honey bronze hardware from Top Knobs, Mitzi pendants from Hudson Valley Lighting group, a fabulous faucet from Brizo. To eliminate the old freestanding bottled water cooler, we specified a matching water filter faucet.

This new traditional kitchen with an earth-tone palette, boasts a large island with cooktop, oven and surround seating. Whether it's family or friends, all can gather around to enjoy the cooking and dining experience. Starmark shaker-style custom cabinets, herringbone backsplash and Rosslyn Cambria quartz adorn the perimeter walls. The island boasts Starmark shaker-style custom cabinets and Windermere Cambria quartz. Hardware, faucet and sink selections have oil-rubbed bronze finishes. Photography by Michael Giragosian

ニューヨークにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、大理石カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、大理石のキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

Customized to perfection, a remarkable work of art at the Eastpoint Country Club combines superior craftsmanship that reflects the impeccable taste and sophisticated details. An impressive entrance to the open concept living room, dining room, sunroom, and a chef’s dream kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances and finishes. The breathtaking LED backlit quartz island and bar are the perfect accents that steal the show.

シドニーにある高級な広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (ダブルシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、ミラータイルのキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、ラミネートの床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

インディアナポリスにある高級な小さなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、緑のキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、クオーツストーンのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、磁器タイルの床、アイランドなし、グレーの床、黄色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

ミネアポリスにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、大理石カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、大理石のキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター、表し梁) の写真

This custom bar in the kitchen features a wine cooler, open shelving for glasses, and glass front cabinets to showcase wine and other spirits.
アトランタにある高級な広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、グレーのキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング、アイランドなし、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

ソルトレイクシティにある広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (白いキャビネット、大理石カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、大理石のキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

ローリーにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなアイランドキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、大理石カウンター、グレーのキッチンパネル、サブウェイタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

A mixer lift next to the butcher block and ovens is complimented by a pull-out base pantry dedicated to baking supplies. Photos by A Kitchen That Works LLC

Special thanks to Eric Schmidt for all of these pictures. Rest in Pease, my friend.
ニューヨークにある中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、ベージュのキャビネット、御影石カウンター、茶色いキッチンパネル、石タイルのキッチンパネル、トラバーチンの床、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

The custom island with its dimmable pendant light allows for guest seating while the cook is working. The dining area is next to the kitchen prep area and provides a close hand view of the lake. The light fixture above the dining room table was customized in finish and size to work with the client's existing dining room table. The waterfall counter top of the island is a show stealing pattern.

Au cœur de la place du Pin à Nice, cet appartement autrefois sombre et délabré a été métamorphosé pour faire entrer la lumière naturelle. Nous avons souhaité créer une architecture à la fois épurée, intimiste et chaleureuse. Face à son état de décrépitude, une rénovation en profondeur s’imposait, englobant la refonte complète du plancher et des travaux de réfection structurale de grande envergure. L’une des transformations fortes a été la dépose de la cloison qui séparait autrefois le salon de l’ancienne chambre, afin de créer un double séjour. D’un côté une cuisine en bois au design minimaliste s’associe harmonieusement à une banquette cintrée, qui elle, vient englober une partie de la table à manger, en référence à la restauration. De l’autre côté, l’espace salon a été peint dans un blanc chaud, créant une atmosphère pure et une simplicité dépouillée. L’ensemble de ce double séjour est orné de corniches et une cimaise partiellement cintrée encadre un miroir, faisant de cet espace le cœur de l’appartement. L’entrée, cloisonnée par de la menuiserie, se détache visuellement du double séjour. Dans l’ancien cellier, une salle de douche a été conçue, avec des matériaux naturels et intemporels. Dans les deux chambres, l’ambiance est apaisante avec ses lignes droites, la menuiserie en chêne et les rideaux sortants du plafond agrandissent visuellement l’espace, renforçant la sensation d’ouverture et le côté épuré.

ローリーにある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、サブウェイタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

ニューヨークにある高級な広いミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、グレーのキッチンパネル、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、クッションフロア、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

サンフランシスコにあるモダンスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (淡色木目調キャビネット、大理石カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、大理石のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

ロンドンにある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、緑のキャビネット、大理石カウンター、シルバーの調理設備、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター、磁器タイルの床) の写真

They say that first impressions count. When three sibling homeowners visited the CRL Stone showroom for inspiration for their kitchen renovation and spotted CRL Quartz Palermo, there was an instant attraction. And now that the surface is fitted in the completed room, it’s the first thing people notice when they visit. The project in question was a bungalow extension, with an open-plan kitchen diner. With the aim of creating a modern space that looked and felt bigger, the homeowners called in their son/nephew and owner of Jones Developments Ryan, to project manage the refurb. And the family affair didn’t stop there, with Ryan’s wife Demi on hand to help supply their dream kitchen through her role at Howdens Burnley, his in laws from Stewkley Stone recommending, supplying and fabricating the CRL Quartz surfaces and Ryan’s brother-in-laws Ewan & Harrison taking care of the installation. Choosing a quartz surface was an important element of the design, with the homeowners keen to opt for a surface that worked well with the new furniture in Fairford Pebble. “The colours work perfectly together and the rusty orange veining adds an ideal colour to the kitchen to make it look very classy and elegant,” comments Ryan. In fact, it was the colour of the veining that attracted the siblings to CRL Quartz Palermo as soon as they saw it. The crisp white background is the perfect backdrop for the bold veining, that adds instant character and an eye-catching level of detail. “It’s something of a marmite choice to many, but we’re so happy we went with it. Being able to vein match the surface just adds to the sense of flow within the large space. The result is a very modern looking kitchen, with lots of space and storage,” Ryan explains. Easy on the eye, installation of the surfaces was straightforward too, with all the fabrication done in advance to ensure the perfect, seamless fit. Quartz is the perfect choice for a busy family life on a practical level too, being water, heat, scratch and stain resistant and with no requirement for sealing at any stage. Palermo’s bold marble-inspired veining lends itself so well to being vein matched that Stewkley Stone were only too happy to oblige, despite the request not being part of the original brief for the project. “The finished look is very elegant and classy, with the colour of the kitchen doors perfectly complementing the veining of Palermo,” comments Ryan. With quirky features including a Quooker tap and pull-out accessories to future-proof the space, the comfort levels are high in the completed kitchen. But the homeowners’ favourite element of the new look? “100% the quartz; it’s the first thing you see when you enter the room,” concludes Ryan.