Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The Klimala’s and their three kids are no strangers to moving, this being their fifth house in the same town over the 20-year period they have lived there. “It must be the 7-year itch, because every seven years, we seem to find ourselves antsy for a new project or a new environment. I think part of it is being a designer, I see my own taste evolve and I want my environment to reflect that. Having easy access to wonderful tradesmen and a knowledge of the process makes it that much easier”. This time, Klimala’s fell in love with a somewhat unlikely candidate. The 1950’s ranch turned cape cod was a bit of a mutt, but it’s location 5 minutes from their design studio and backing up to the high school where their kids can roll out of bed and walk to school, coupled with the charm of its location on a private road and lush landscaping made it an appealing choice for them. “The bones of the house were really charming. It was typical 1,500 square foot ranch that at some point someone added a second floor to. Its sloped roofline and dormered bedrooms gave it some charm.” With the help of architect Maureen McHugh, Klimala’s gutted and reworked the layout to make the house work for them. An open concept kitchen and dining room allows for more frequent casual family dinners and dinner parties that linger. A dingy 3-season room off the back of the original house was insulated, given a vaulted ceiling with skylights and now opens up to the kitchen. This room now houses an 8’ raw edge white oak dining table and functions as an informal dining room. “One of the challenges with these mid-century homes is the 8’ ceilings. I had to have at least one room that had a higher ceiling so that’s how we did it” states Klimala. The kitchen features a 10’ island which houses a 5’0” Galley Sink. The Galley features two faucets, and double tiered rail system to which accessories such as cutting boards and stainless steel bowls can be added for ease of cooking. Across from the large sink is an induction cooktop. “My two teen daughters and I enjoy cooking, and the Galley and induction cooktop make it so easy.” A wall of tall cabinets features a full size refrigerator, freezer, double oven and built in coffeemaker. The area on the opposite end of the kitchen features a pantry with mirrored glass doors and a beverage center below. The rest of the first floor features an entry way, a living room with views to the front yard’s lush landscaping, a family room where the family hangs out to watch TV, a back entry from the garage with a laundry room and mudroom area, one of the home’s four bedrooms and a full bath. There is a double sided fireplace between the family room and living room. The home features pops of color from the living room’s peach grass cloth to purple painted wall in the family room. “I’m definitely a traditionalist at heart but because of the home’s Midcentury roots, I wanted to incorporate some of those elements into the furniture, lighting and accessories which also ended up being really fun. We are not formal people so I wanted a house that my kids would enjoy, have their friends over and feel comfortable.” The second floor houses the master bedroom suite, two of the kids’ bedrooms and a back room nicknamed “the library” because it has turned into a quiet get away area where the girls can study or take a break from the rest of the family. The area was originally unfinished attic, and because the home was short on closet space, this Jack and Jill area off the girls’ bedrooms houses two large walk-in closets and a small sitting area with a makeup vanity. “The girls really wanted to keep the exposed brick of the fireplace that runs up the through the space, so that’s what we did, and I think they feel like they are in their own little loft space in the city when they are up there” says Klimala. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Nowadays, more and more people are cutting off their cable and opt to not own a TV at all. Wether you are a part of this trend or just want your living room to be more classy, wall mounted electric fireplace can be a good TV replacement in your living room. It creates a beautiful focal point and welcoming ambiance.

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1- 12" TRIPLE & 1- 9" DUAL ELEMENTS 1- 6 1/2" & 2-8" ELEMENTS W/BRIDGE ILLUMINATED TOUCH CONTROLS TRUE SIMMER & MELT SETTINGS CHILD SAFETY LOCK APPEARANCE: Black Ceramic Cooktop Flush Mount Option Frameless Design CONTROLS: Illuminated Touch Controls w/ Graduated Lighting CONVENIENCE FEATURES: Child Safety Lock Key Countdown Timer Sabbath Mode Temperature Safety Limiter Universal Off COOKTOP FEATURES: 1- 6 1/2" 1200W Single Zone Radiant Element 2- 8" 1800W Radiant Elements w/ 800W Bridge Melt Setting on One Element True Simmer Setting on All Elements 1- 12" 2700W/2200W/1050W Triple Radiant Element 1- 9" 2200W/750W Dual Zone Radiant Element ENERGY/POWER: Electric Cooktop MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY: 2 Year Parts and Labor 5 Year Parts-Electric Elements PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: Depth: 21 Inches Height: 4 1/4 Inches Width: 36 Inches

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Another great placement for a wall mounted electric fireplace is a sitting or lounge area of your living room. Picture having a deep conversation with your friend sitting on a couple of chairs in front of the fireplace while enjoying the peaceful flickering of the flames. Or reading a book on a chaise next to the fireplace and absorbing the warmth radiating from the it.

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One of the wall mounted electric fireplace placements in the living room is above the couch. Fireplace hung above the couch makes a great focal point and creates a comfortable warm atmosphere in the couch area so that you and your guests would feel cozy and comfy even on colder days.

Modern Appliances and updates were brought into this East Village kitchen on a budget and with improved efficiency in mind. The open plan for the kitchen and living area allows for a bright kitchen and a great place to entertain. © Devon Banks

Our homeowner wanted to replace her previous vent free gas fireplace. We were unable to install a vented fireplace in the space so she chose a Dimplex electric, linear fireplace, Cream Quartzite stone and Antique Beige granite hearth. We removed the old fireplace, surround, mantel and wood trim. Framed for the new fireplace. Installed the fireplace and stone panels. We worked in concert with the homeowner's AV contractor and completed the project in just a couple of days.

Dimplex DLGM29 Vapor Fireplace Insert features revolutionary ultrasonic technology that creates the flame and smoke effect. As the mist rises up through the logs, the light reflects against the water molecules creating a convincing illusion of flames and smoke. The result is an appearance so authentic it could be mistaken for a traditional wood-burning fireplace.

Brio represents the Natuzzi Italia technological evolution for sofas. Its proportions are excellent and its precious aesthetic details emphasize the handcrafted heart of the product. The particular stitching and the quilting on the outer side of the arms are two of those examples. This modern sofa has a design that “breaks” the typical style of relaxing sofas, it perfectly integrates the technological heart of the product without sacrificing the aesthetic, which remains unchanged even when the mechanism is completely open. The exclusive Soft Touch mechanism allows you, simply sliding your finger along the sensor on the armrest, to change the seat and backrest position for optimum comfort.