The design incorporates 60” tall cabinets designed to house “mudroom” storage on one side, double ovens on the other. Visual friction was created with an eclectic mix of American craft armoires, a rustic table and contemporary kitchen elements.

Materials include a 1 ½” thick clear glass counter top with stainless steel underlay and a red Caesar stone on the island. Porcelain floor tiles designed to look like metal were used to complement the rich chocolate cabinetry.

The clients’ collections include American Craft, paintings by the owner’s father, boar themed artwork, a giant cookbook collection and a rib cook-off trophy peppers the space. Since the homeowners love to entertain, the designer created a space that was easily accessible and inviting.

A vibrant “Big Texas Red” island to serves as the focal point of the space. The unexpected palette combines rich deep browns with bold red accents. A combination of glass and porcelain mini mosaics was used to execute a stunning backsplash. A breakfast table pendant and under counter touch lights...