Conveniently hidden toe-kick stool.
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Photography by www.mikechajecki.com
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A hidden niche adds functionality and practicality to this walk-in shower, allowing the client a place to set shampoos and shower gels.
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Substantial stone archways and arched windows lend integrity to this exercise in classicism. White cabinetry adorned with crown molding are anchored by honed black granite. Arched window and glass door cabinets flank the sink. Faucets, hardware, lighting, and leg trim in polished nickel reflect the light.A walk-in pantry and message niche are hidden charms.

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The hidden toe kick steps allow access to the upper cabinets while keeping the space free of step stools.
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A custom made vanity utilizing the space usually wasted at the toe kick by creating a drawer - extra storage is always helpful! And it doubles as a step stool for your little ones. This toe-kick drawer, in fact, is in our own home, and our 3-year old twins use it as a step stool to brush their teeth and wash their hands. It's a multi-purpose design solution that's worked well for our own family.

Lisa Brown

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Tucked away behind retractable cabinet doors is this office and mail center. (Psst...there is a shredder behind the other base cabinet door). Photography by Chrissy Racho.

Toe Kick drawers were introduced in some of the base cabinets to store a step stool, bags, lids and flatware

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Glenn Layton Homes, Jacksonville Beach, Florida. HGTV Smart Home 2013
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