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Brownhouse Design, Los Altos, CA

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Brownhouse DesignTraditional Kitchen, San Francisco

Los Altos, CA.

URL
http://brownhousedesign.com
Example of a classic kitchen design in San Francisco with glass-front cabinets, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, white backsplash, wood countertops and a single-bowl sink —  Houzz
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This photo has 30 questions
Dana Laurie wrote:Jan 5, 2012

- What is the finish on the hood. Is it painted? Love it!

  • PRO
    Mio Metals
    We can make that hood in real zinc. ZincRangeHoods.com
    March 14, 2014
  • bjloybj

    Is it possible to get the blend of paint colors used to paint the range hood to look like zinc? Also, the a faux painter paint the range hood?

    September 10, 2015
mariafrostic wrote:Feb 29, 2012

- What color is the paint on the island? And what type of wood? Thanks!

  • PRO
    Brownhouse Design, Los Altos, CA
    It is a custom mixture but Benjamin Moore #803 "Lazy Sunday" is close - there also some rub through and distressing on the corners. Blues can be tricking in different spaces - try swatches first. :-)
    March 20, 2012
  • Emily H
    Great advice. I'm a huge fan of samples too. Thanks for answering!
    March 20, 2012
brinkmad wrote:Sep 18, 2015
sink

- please tell us more about the sink

  • PRO
    Brownhouse Design, Los Altos, CA

    It's a hand painted custom sink by Kohler.

    September 18, 2015
  • tgilida

    If I ever hit it big, I will definitely have you do the interior design of my house!

    September 18, 2015
Susanna Haynie, Realtor®, CO-RE Group, LLC wrote:Sep 14, 2015
Style of the windows

- What is the name of the style of these kind of windows ?

Amber N wrote:Jan 11, 2015
Love this kitchen!

- Hi can you tell me the material of the counter top?

C H E N O L D S wrote:Aug 16, 2014
Photography setup

- Pictures are superb, may I ask the photo gear used?

  • PRO
    Brownhouse Design, Los Altos, CA
    Hello!

    Sorry, I am not the photographer, I am the designer and I do not know what equipment was used.
    January 27, 2015
  • PRO
    Marcel Page Photography

    It is not the gear it is the creative person behind the camera with the experience.

    February 22, 2015
mariafrostic wrote:Feb 29, 2012

- Also interested in the sink- where did it come from?

  • PRO
    Brownhouse Design, Los Altos, CA
    It's from Kohler - handpainted sink, little bit of a leadtime if I remember
    March 20, 2012
  • martie13
    Shall I assume that I am looking at a microwave built in the side of the blue island? What size is the microwave? Any other details that you could share regarding incorporating a microwave under cabinetry? Also, the subway tile is so subtle, but it looks like it is "jazzed" up with molding, different sizes, and a pattern over the stove. What tile are you using here? Finally, what is the most amazing wood you have used on the island? Can you actually chop on it and put hot items? Is it exorbitantly expensive? Where can it be found?
    Thanks,
    Martie LeRoy
    Northridge, CA
    June 7, 2013
marykategriffith wrote:Feb 14, 2016
Oven hood

- What material is the grey section of the oven hood? Painted or a type of metal?

Blanche wrote:Aug 31, 2015
So love this kitchen. Where is the beautiful pottery from?

brendaltaylor wrote:Feb 4, 2015
What color is the blue paint

Paris Cohen wrote:Aug 2, 2014
Window - Please tell me manufacturer of the kitchen window

    Sally Sinclair wrote:Apr 18, 2014
    How do you open these drawers and cabinet doors? There is no hardware

    • PRO
      Emily Baker
      Same question here. Did you use magnetic latches?
      May 23, 2014
    lhamje wrote:Aug 11, 2016
    Where to find sink

    - Decorative kitchen sink, where do we find it?

      Diane M. wrote:Aug 4, 2016
      Accent tile work above cooktop

      - Love the design..I plan to use Torquay by Cambria with white subway tile back splash. What tile is used in your design?

        mdalyhofmann wrote:Feb 20, 2015
        What counter edge did you use and are they the same on both materials?

        - What is the combination of light marble (Calcutta gold?) and dark (soapstone?) used on the counters? Do you have any advice on creating this combination?

          Suzanne wrote:Dec 30, 2014
          Love the dishes... As well as everything else! What color is the blue

            1frenchhouse wrote:May 17, 2014
            Where do you get lower large glass cabinet doors from?

              amackjr wrote:Apr 24, 2014
              What is the color of the cabinets please?

                mariedirector1 wrote:Feb 23, 2014
                Where was sink purchased?

                - Love the sink.

                  ajarmosz wrote:Dec 29, 2013
                  island maker

                  - what company made the island?

                    tydatwins wrote:Nov 22, 2013
                    What color on island

                    - ??

                      lickity split wrote:Jun 29, 2013
                      Room Size?

                      - Looks like the perfect size; what is the distance wall to wall.

                        packodog wrote:Jun 24, 2013
                        tell me more about ceiling treatment above the island?

                        - would like to see more pics of the ceiling and how they built the treatment

                          Jean Lista wrote:Jun 9, 2013
                          Size of island

                          - Size

                            Dee Ann Thompson wrote:May 29, 2013
                            Tile backsplash above stove

                            - Can you provide the name of the tile above the kitchen stove? Love the subtle design!

                              mikeyrosie000 wrote:Mar 11, 2013
                              Island top

                              - What type of wood and stain was used?

                                theberge wrote:Jan 22, 2013
                                Countertop

                                - What are the countertop surfaces?

                                  mchasson wrote:Aug 18, 2012
                                  ceiling/wall color

                                  - it looks like the ceiling is blue???? what are the colors on ceiling and wall... love it

                                    pat33 wrote:Jun 30, 2012
                                    was the hood hand painted and what was the techniqe

                                      eatmywords wrote:Nov 10, 2011

                                      - love this island...where can I buy it?

                                        What Houzz contributors are saying:

                                        shane
                                        Shane D. Inman added this to 8 Stylish Sink Types for Kitchens of All KindsMay 22, 2013

                                        Hand painted. Add some of your own personal flair to your kitchen by selecting a stunning hand-painted sink. These one-of-a-kind sinks do have a hefty price tag, but depending on the manufacturer, you may be able to custom design yours in the color and style you like best.

                                        vanessa_brunner
                                        Vanessa Brunner added this to Idea of the Week: Jewel-Toned Kitchen IslandsSep 27, 2011

                                        I love how this brilliant sapphire island changes the look of this otherwise all-white kitchen. Without this colorful kitchen island, the kitchen would be beautiful — but nothing particularly unique. Try brightening up your island with a similar hue with Sherman Williams' Dazzle. Do you have a colorful kitchen island? Share a photo below!More:Kitchen of the Week: Creative, Colorful and ModernA Rainbow of Colorful Kitchen Accessories23 Inspiring Real-Life KitchensKitchen design guides: Ideas for L-Shaped Kitchens Ideas for U-Shaped Kitchens Take a Seat at the New Kitchen-Table Island Hot Ideas for Stashing Spices How to Detail a Kitchen

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                                        tneiman19
                                        Tracey Craig added this to kitchenAug 31, 2019

                                        Blue island or granite to tie in dining room?

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                                        Accent island with standard microwave built in

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