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virginiadalbianco

kitchen island

14 years ago
Best kitchen I've seen in a while! can you tell me what the island countertop is made of and the color?
Classic Scarsdale Brick Colonial · More Info
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  • PRO
    14 years ago
    Selecting Colors: Our design process includes a pre-design process when we ask clients to prepare a "love folder" and a "loath folder", full of images representing things they like and things they don't like. In addition to architecture and interiors, we ask that they include places, objects, hobbies, etc; anything and everything that represent their personal tastes and style. These folders reveal many things, including a preferred color pallet (sometimes clients are surprised by their true preferences). We use this pallet to start selecting colors, then develop it when more specific items, such as tile or counters, are selected.

    Comments (12)

    • PRO
      14 years ago
      The island counter is solid wood, stained a very dark brown. Even up close, it looks like stone. We love it too!
    • 14 years ago
      How do you know what colors of paint to use?
    • 14 years ago
      The colors in this photo are beautiful!
    • 14 years ago
      love the island but would prefer to have 6 seats "in table style" than in a row, how would you modify this island and still keep the beautiful curve in front? How does the wood hold up in a very busy kitchen?
    • PRO
      14 years ago
      Durability of wood counters depends on species and finish. Wood will dent, scratch and change color... and that is the beauty of the material. As it ages, it gains a patina.
    • 14 years ago
      patina :) very nice...what species of wood is this countertop and finish does it have?
    • PRO
      14 years ago
      Oops... With all that about wood above, I need to make a correction. The project architect for this project informed me that the counter IS in fact stone. The wood counter which I am referring is on another project. It is a beautiful counter though. Sorry for the miscommunication.
    • 14 years ago
      well it looks like wood! what is the stone, color etc... i love it and would like to find it in my area for my kitchen! I saw the other pictures of this home beautiful! great renovation.
    • 14 years ago
      Yes, pl tell us the type and color of stone used. What color are the cabinets and finish used? Love the look! Thanks.
    • 14 years ago
      Love the whole look in this kitchen. The colors look warm and inviting.will you share the colors used?
    • 13 years ago
      What are the colors used in this kitchen on the cabinets island and wall = I really like this kitchen!
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