A small addition made all the difference in creating space for cooking and eating. Environmentally friendly design features include recycled denim insulation in the walls, a bamboo floor, energy saving LED undercabinet lighting, Energy Star appliances, and an antique table. Photo: Wing Wong
Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc The Fisher Paykel DD605SS double drawer dishwasher was installed in 2008 so it may be a different model number now.
Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc The contractor ordered the Pella window unit and I don't have the model number in my files. The width is 6'-8" x height 50" Center stationary panel with casements on each side.
Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc Counter depth Thermador 24" refrigerator ("fresh food column") + Thermador 18" freezer ("freezer column") from the Freedom Collection. They are 2 separate appliances and don't need to be installed together. The electronic controls on the freezer are very finicky. You need to really study the manual. The alarm kept going off and shutting down the freezer until my client studied the protocol for putting food into the freezer. Now she loves it.
Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc There is a pocket door between the kitchen the the hall. The coat closet on the steps has either a bi-fold door or 2 smaller doors -- sorry I don't remember. Before the renovation, the refrigerator was inconveniently on the steps in the hall.
What type of dishwasher is that? - We are remodeling a kitchen and looking for a small dishwasher. What type of dishwasher is that and can you install just the top section? »
Eggleston Farkas Architects I don't know about the specific model in the photo, but Fisher & Paykel make dishwasher drawers, and they do make single drawer units. Here's a link to one option:
Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc The Fisher Paykel DD605SS double drawer dishwasher was installed in 2008 so it may be a different model number now. F&P does make a single drawer as was noted above. You could also look into an 18" wide dishwasher (standard is 24" wide).
Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc The LED under cabinet lighting is made by Juno. A designer can help you select and specify the track and transformer. It should be professionally installed by an electrician.
Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc The backsplash tile is Magica Emiia porcelain which is discontinued according to their website. The sizes are 6x6 at the counter, 5/8 x 12 glass pencil, 12x2 cut at random lengths on a 12x12 mesh backing installed vertically, topped by a 3x12 bullnose. Will get back to you with paint color.
9. Choose Energy Star–rated appliances. When you are ready to purchase a new refrigerator, dishwasher or washer, look for the Energy Star label to be sure you are getting an appliance that is up to the latest standards of energy efficiency. See more about this
7. Minor kitchen renovations bank the biggest return. If your kitchen is fairly current, you may want to leave it alone — remodeling a kitchen comes with a hefty cost, and you may only be able to recoup around 65 percent of your investment. Smaller updates such as painting or refinishing cabinets that are still in good shape, or upgrading to Energy Star appliances, can refresh your kitchen's look at a fraction of the cost.
The double-drawer model offers another convenience for busy individuals and families. One drawer can be used for dirty dishes and the other as storage for clean dishes, as long as you remember which drawer is which.
Universally Designed AppliancesEven if your kitchen isn't in your "forever home," it's important to take different mobility needs into account. Elderly visitors, young children or others with limited mobility should feel comfortable in your kitchen. Part of that means choosing appliances that everyone can use and be safe around.Guide: How to Choose Kitchen Appliances for Universal Design