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Kitchen of the Week: Paola's Polished and Modern Kitchen
Houzz user Paola DeValdenbro remodels her kitchen in a sleek and seamless style
A modern, open, beautiful and functional kitchen was at the top of Paola DeValdenbro and Juan Carlos Hernandez's remodel wish list. Figuring out all of the details was a little more difficult, but after browsing hundreds of photos, she found herself gravitating to kitchens in a certain style and with specific features. "We said, if there's ever a time to have those special details, now is it," she says. As you will see, DeValdenbro did create her dream kitchen by incorporating her favorite details — many of them found right here on Houzz — and paying careful attention to layout and storage.
Location: Dallas, Texas
Duration of remodel: 4 months; completed January 2011
Location: Dallas, Texas
Duration of remodel: 4 months; completed January 2011
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| The island is DeValdenbro's favorite feature in the new kitchen. Three levels (bar, cooking space and kitchen table) are all connected, and 3-inch counters flush with the cabinets create a seamless look. Overhead and under-counter cabinets provide plenty of storage, and the two seating areas have ample room for entertaining, cooking and eating. Top cabinets: IKEA white acrylic kitchen cabinets with frosted glass Bottom cabinets: Custom cabinets made with maple wood in a dark chocolate stain Cabinetry hardware: IKEA Countertops: Caesarstone in Pure White |
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| The built-in butcher's block on the back counter, wine cabinet under the island, and built-in spice cabinet were custom touches. Range: Bosch 36" gas range Hood: Akdy 36" Euro Style Sink: HJUVIK faucet and stainless steel sink from IKEA |
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| DeValdenbro collected images in ideabooks and shared them with her architect. Photos that inspired her must-have list include:
• Different finishes on the top and bottom cabinets • 3-inch countertop edge, flush with the cabinets • Breakfast area built in to the island • Subway tile for the backsplash Barstools: Lima stool in brown from Cantoni |
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| "It was only after looking at so many inspiring photos that I realized there were certain things I kept coming back to," DeValdenbro says. "At the end of the day, you can always give up on certain things, but if your basic design didn't account for those things to begin with, it's harder to add them in on the back end." Pendant: Kartell FL/Y Kitchen chairs: TOBIAS from IKEA More: 23 Inspiring Real-Life Kitchens Kitchen of the Week: A Bi-Coastal Construction Kitchen of the Week: A Warm and Eco-Friendly Update |
Comments
Yolanda Love the various materials and contrast used. Looks beautiful, clean, and extremely practical for any busy family and entertaining. Dream kitchen for accomplished!
21 months ago · Like
eLe eMe Interiorismo Inteligente Like the contrast and three levels a lot.... Looks great and a Kitchen that one would enjoy a lot with family and friends.
21 months ago · Like
DecoDesignCenter.com Love the modern kitchen -Great Job Paola!!!
21 months ago · Like
Katie Love this kitchen. Effective use of space to combine cooking, dining and casual seating. Great timeless combination of kitchen units and choice of colour fab! I would love a kitchen like this x
21 months ago · Like
Susie Some fun ideas but just too dark for my tastes. Very modern for the contemporary person.
21 months ago · Like
coupland I love this island, particularly the 3 levels. I'm interested to know the total length of the island and also the width of the bar stool counter top please ?
10 months ago · Like
bevmichel Gorgeous
9 months ago · Like
calikym i wantttttt thissssssss
2 months ago · Like
Ideabook updated on Aug. 29, 2011.
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