Fresh Perspectives
When it was time to remodel this handsome suburban home, the owners knew what they wanted: An impression of understated charm that embraced the simplicity and muted lines of a Cottage theme, yet freshened and personalized with subtle touches of classic elegance.
Contradictory goals? Not at all. Showplace cabinetry and thoughtful design fulfilled this unique personal vision with ease and grace.
The Antique Linen finish provides the simple honesty and bright personality of a painted surface, while the hand-wiped Ebony glazing contributed depth and the impression of aging. Extending this balance of simplicity and detail, the Savannah door style combines a sleek edge profile and flat center panel with the classic accent of an applied molding.
In the kitchen, the understated Savannah door style is complemented and punctuated with lovely applied-molding mullion doors on wall cabinets. Note how angled cabinets were used to maximize space and create a flowing, natural transition to the next room, a sunny breakfast nook.
Lines and planes are kept smooth and harmonious, while crown moldings transition gracefully to soffits above the cabinetry. A bold balance of colors and contrasts fits perfectly with the artful mixing of simplicity and detail.
To tie the kitchen to the adjacent family room, Showplace cabinetry was used to create a charming display cabinet. Half-round fluted columns and a substantial furniture base add to the furniture-like impression of this compact and handsome room accent.
Beneath the cooktop, the range base is subtly bumped out and framed with handsome quarter-round fluted columns. Note the applied moldings and smooth edge profile of the Savannah style.
The two-level island is both attractive and highly useful. Beaded panels show off the Ebony glazing, creating a textural counterpoint to the sleek surfaces elsewhere in the room. Rosette Corbels support the granite top and contribute a touch of Old World flavor.
A small home office is transformed into a cozy library by devoting an entire wall to Showplace bookcase cabinets. Fine details like fluting, carved onlays, and stacked moldings add to the impression of quiet charm and detailed elegance.
In the master bath the Savannah door style takes on a clearly different character in cherry. The Chestnut stain with Ebony glazing presents a rich, deep dignity, and draws attention to the flowing grain patterns that characterize this classic wood. Note how an international overaly and the strategic use of fluted fillers creates the impression of custom inset doors.
In the family room adjacent to the kitchen, the Antique Linen finish appears again in these built-in bookcase and entertainment units. The tall half-round fluted columns flank each side of the design, adding an important vertical counterpoint to the theme.
Contradictory goals? Not at all. Showplace cabinetry and thoughtful design fulfilled this unique personal vision with ease and grace.
The Antique Linen finish provides the simple honesty and bright personality of a painted surface, while the hand-wiped Ebony glazing contributed depth and the impression of aging. Extending this balance of simplicity and detail, the Savannah door style combines a sleek edge profile and flat center panel with the classic accent of an applied molding.
In the kitchen, the understated Savannah door style is complemented and punctuated with lovely applied-molding mullion doors on wall cabinets. Note how angled cabinets were used to maximize space and create a flowing, natural transition to the next room, a sunny breakfast nook.
Lines and planes are kept smooth and harmonious, while crown moldings transition gracefully to soffits above the cabinetry. A bold balance of colors and contrasts fits perfectly with the artful mixing of simplicity and detail.
To tie the kitchen to the adjacent family room, Showplace cabinetry was used to create a charming display cabinet. Half-round fluted columns and a substantial furniture base add to the furniture-like impression of this compact and handsome room accent.
Beneath the cooktop, the range base is subtly bumped out and framed with handsome quarter-round fluted columns. Note the applied moldings and smooth edge profile of the Savannah style.
The two-level island is both attractive and highly useful. Beaded panels show off the Ebony glazing, creating a textural counterpoint to the sleek surfaces elsewhere in the room. Rosette Corbels support the granite top and contribute a touch of Old World flavor.
A small home office is transformed into a cozy library by devoting an entire wall to Showplace bookcase cabinets. Fine details like fluting, carved onlays, and stacked moldings add to the impression of quiet charm and detailed elegance.
In the master bath the Savannah door style takes on a clearly different character in cherry. The Chestnut stain with Ebony glazing presents a rich, deep dignity, and draws attention to the flowing grain patterns that characterize this classic wood. Note how an international overaly and the strategic use of fluted fillers creates the impression of custom inset doors.
In the family room adjacent to the kitchen, the Antique Linen finish appears again in these built-in bookcase and entertainment units. The tall half-round fluted columns flank each side of the design, adding an important vertical counterpoint to the theme.
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