by Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS
Sherman Oaks, CA, US 91403 · 57 photos
Mediterranean Kitchen
http://designsynthesis.com

"I have been working with Fran for the past 3 years and she has designed a number of different projects for my home. Her design work is fantastic, Her detail first rate and her coordination with contractors makes the projects run smoothly. I strongly recommend her for any home project and can assure you that you will be excited for years to come for how your home looks as a result of her work.
- TC, Santa Monica

 
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Jeanne Rocco wrote:
Island/bar overhang - If the height of the island is 42" and the height of the 42" and the depth of the upper counter top is 12", how much of 12" of the upper countertop overlaps the island? »
· Comment · 6 weeks ago
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS The upper counter is 18" deep. The posts on the ends are approx 4.5" so it probably overlaps by about 6"
6 weeks ago ·
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clcollins wrote:
what color are the walls? »
· Comment · 7 weeks ago
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS It was a custom color.
7 weeks ago ·
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mdeliber wrote:
What is the metal drawer in the island? »
· Comment · 3 months ago
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS That is a warming drawer
3 months ago ·
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cij9461 wrote:
What are the dimensions of the upper counter top »
· Comment · 4 months ago
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS It is approx. 94" wide by 12" deep x 42" high
3 months ago ·
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gosham wrote:
What is the name of crane immediately above the stove? »
· Comment · 5 months ago
bollenvet Please could you let me know what floors these are?
5 months ago ·
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS its a vein cut travertine
5 months ago ·
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trudiahart wrote:
Island counter - What is the island counter made of? »
· Comment · 6 months ago
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS It is Crema Delicato marble that has been honed
6 months ago · ·
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Carey Castagnoli wrote:
what is the depth of the lower part of the island? »
· Comment · 7 months ago
chlorinequeen I have to second quess that answer, is the total depth 56 inches or just the lower part? It seems it would be hard to reach the people across and to clean if the bottom portion were 56" I am trying to design my island and running into that problem. love the look of this one. However I am putting a cooktop instead of sink. Love the floors too.
4 months ago ·
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS The lower portion is 56" . You cannot reach the people across the island. We were not trying to serve them from the other side.
3 months ago ·
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cresciullosan wrote:
What type of floor is that ? »
· Comment · 8 months ago
ammee Can I find out the manufacturer and specifics of the flooring? Have been searching for this exact tile!
4 months ago ·
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS The floor is a vein cut travertine from Walker Zanger
3 months ago ·
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dotti123 wrote:
what is best island height »
· Comment · 9 months ago
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS Standard counter and island height is 36" , the upper part would be 42" (which is standard bar height). But of course you can adjust it for very tall or shorter homeowners. But if you are going to have seating and you don't use standard heights you may have to customize the chair seat heights as well.
9 months ago ·
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phl1353 wrote:
Love the bench, particularly the overhang for bench seating, what are the dimensions for the island bench? »
· Comment · 10 months ago
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS Don't understand what you mean by bench? The barstools?
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shulem wrote:
what company oven is that? - what company oven? where was it purchased? is it electric? convection? i neeed one!!! »
· Comment · 13 months ago
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS 60" Wolf range. Gas burners. Electric oven
11 months ago ·
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1lagirl wrote:
I love the light fixture-where is it from? »
· Comment · 18 months ago
Lowe's 2968, Carrollton GA A Similar light fixture is available from Lowe's. It is item number 133541 and can be purchased online here (or in your local Lowe's): http://www.lowes.com/pd_133541-2121-9958_4294715749__?productId=3595588&Ns=p_product_qty_sales_dollar|1&pl=1¤tURL=%3FNs%3Dp_product_qty_sales_dollar%7C1&facetInfo=
9 months ago · ·
Lightcrafters, Inc. I make one that is similar. I've attached images. I'd like to point out several differences. Ours are handmade to your specifications in Austin, TX USA. Ours incorporate candles that flicker randomly like real candles and illuminate independently from the downward facing puck lights. Ours are made of copper or stainless steel. Or what the heck, we can do it in steel and paint it any color you like ;) Thanks for looking.
9 months ago · ·
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Chantal Ferguson wrote:
Whats the silver drawer in the end of the Island? Any other items hidden next to it? »
· Comment · 18 months ago
bepsf It's a warming drawer.
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ektum wrote:
what kind of tile is it...love it ..rectangular..pls if u can let me know asap....thanks »
· Comment · 2 years ago
Walker Zanger trudiahart, the island really looks like it may be a solid surface product. It could be a limestone because it's very clean with very little movement, but it's difficult to see from the photo.
6 months ago · ·
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS The countertop is a marble called Crema Delicato. We honed it.
3 months ago ·
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karinaj675 wrote:
Bar stools - Where'd you get the bar stools »
· Comment · 3 weeks ago
runnertravel wrote:
How do you trim drywall that comes down to counter top? - I have a built out hood surround that is done in drywall with tile inside which is above the range. My question is how do I trim out the face and outside of the drywall that comes down as a column and rests on the granite counter top. »
· Comment · 12 months ago
kathyspointofhue wrote:
what are the counter tops? »
· Comment · 19 months ago
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