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A classic Galley with a twist - pantry storage!
This kitchen desperately needed an update. Client was delightful and made solid design choices to the envy of her entire family, one who also is a COGS Client :-)
We lived within her means and budget, and that meant keeping the walls intact - Challenge Accepted and knocked out of the park! Every inch maximized for storage and convenience - featuring a double waste basket and utensil pull out shelf to the right of the range. We did the bathroom as well and brought the whole space into a magical escape for her, and her guests

A classic Galley with a twist - pantry storage!
This kitchen desperately needed an update. Client was delightful and made solid design choices to the envy of her entire family, one who also is a COGS Client :-)
We lived within her means and budget, and that meant keeping the walls intact - Challenge Accepted and knocked out of the park! Every inch maximized for storage and convenience - featuring a double waste basket and utensil pull out shelf to the right of the range. We did the bathroom as well and brought the whole space into a magical escape for her, and her guests

These kitchen cabinets feature a unique and eye-catching design. The door style combines a solid timber ash frame with a veneered center panel. This combination of materials creates a visually appealing contrast and texture within the cabinet doors.
The design of these cabinets is characterized by its fusion of traditional and contemporary elements. While the solid timber ash frame provides a nod to traditional craftsmanship and aesthetics, the veneered center panel adds a touch of modernity and sophistication. This blend of styles results in a kitchen that is both classic and cutting-edge in its appearance.
In terms of color, the cabinets are painted in a graphite hue. Graphite is a deep and elegant color choice that can add a sense of depth and richness to the kitchen space. It complements the unique door style beautifully and adds a touch of sophistication to the overall design.
To add an element of contrast and visual interest, the kitchen island is painted in chicory red. This bold and vibrant color choice for the island creates a striking focal point in the kitchen. It serves as both a functional workspace and a design statement, adding a pop of color and personality to the space.#seattlecabinets #customcabinets #graphite #redcabinets #contemporarydesign #kitchencabinet
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Diablo Flooring Inc - Danville CA
HomerWood is an American brand you can trust! Using only the highest quality, local raw materials they hand-craft premium hardwood flooring in a range of beautiful colors, styles, textures and surface treatments to fit both residential and commercial interiors.
HomerWood Hardwood Flooring is visually opulent with distinct looks and is a truly unique hardwood flooring with a personal reflection of one's own taste and lifestyle. Allow Nature To Customize Your Floor!
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Traditional Character™
Crafted from the entire tree, all of nature's beautiful distinctive markings are revealed. These one-of-a-kind markings are highlighted beneath a smooth durable finish.
Amish Hand-Scraped®
These floors are truly fashioned by hand by local Amish artisans and like a true piece of art, each plank bears the signature of the proud craftsman who created it. HomerWood's Traditional scrape covers the full surface of the floor. Whereas Time Worn, a softer scrape, provides a subtle rolling surface variation.
Smoked Specialties™
Dramatic, rich and alluring visuals that add design and depth to a room. Using a technique achieved by gently flaming the wood, board by board, the heat from the open flame caramelizes the sugars in the sapwood creating a shadowed look that can't be imitated.
Aesthetics™ by HomerWood®
Oak and Ash hardwood sourced from the Appalachian region are custom crafted into beautiful long, wide planks that are precisely milled to enhance the overall presence of your wood floor. These visually pleasing floors are offered in a 9/16" engineered construction to provide installation versatility and excellent stability. HomerWood's designer inspired color choices are highlighted beneath a smooth durable matte finish making these floors an attractive option for both residential and commercial interiors.
Birch Run™
The rich elegance of HomerWood's all American birch lends an air of distinction to any room where the beauty of the wood is of the utmost importance. Birch wood is fine grained with an attractive satin like luster. While all trees are naturally renewable, not all are able to be utilized to the full extent like the Birch tree. This capability makes it an environmentally friendly resource precisely milled by HomerWood.
Raw Material
Homerwood uses only the highest grade, center cut, raw material from verifiable sources in the Appalachian region. Visually beautiful floors with tight grain. Allows for long lengths and wider widths with excellent stability.
Species
Homerwood uses only domestic species which include hickory, cherry, black walnut, hard maple, ash, birch, red oak, white oak and rift and quartered white oak. With a broad range of species and colors to choose from, you have many options and choices to design to your taste and style.
Green
Homerwood hardwood flooring is produced with zero waste, is Carb II compliant with zero off-gassing and no VOC's. Engineered floors are cold pressed with no urea formaldehyde. Environmentally friendly. Provides for healthy living with no allergens.
Warranty - Lifetime Structural Warranty
Superior Finish Warranty - Aluminum Oxide only: 50-year residential / 3-year commercial
Custom Options
Custom stains, gloss levels, long lengths, wide widths, textures, reclaimed flooring, pre-cut herringbone and pre-cut parquets.

Adirondack wooden chair is today's favorite outdoor American furniture. This piece is a great addition for patios, terraces, gardens, coffeehouses, etc. Imagine these beautiful chairs around your homes fire pit. Given their flat armrest they are suitable for setting there beverages and food, providing individual seating without tables. Because it is made from solid redwood you can expect long lasting durability and resistance to outdoor weather.
100% solid redwood.
Redwood resistance for its endurance against different climates and weather exposure.
Your choice of premium stain or transparent sealant.
Your choice of Ottoman.
Easy assembly instructions.
Home delivery.
All hardware included.

Recently, Mandy Renfrew collaborated with Gemstone Developments to stage their beautiful newly built modern custom home. Gemstone built this home with an incredible attention to detail. From floor plan to finishes, they demanded perfection each step along the way. Polanco Home Decor’s staging experts continued this high level of thought and consideration into the furniture and decor selection to prepare this house for sale.
“894 Colonel By Dr. was designed to complement urban, sophisticated living in one of the city’s most sought-after locations. This brand new, custom home includes endless high end features
such as a flawlessly crafted master suite, gourmet Irpinia kitchen facing a spacious raised patio, and expansive entertaining spaces all made accessible with a private elevator. ” Josh Zaret, Gemstone Developments http://gemstonecorp.com/portfolio/894-colonel-by-drive/
“While the building is a masterpiece on its own, it also boasts breath-taking views of the scenic Rideau Canal and manicured green space. By spring, enjoy the sights of the Canadian Tulip Festival and in winter participate in the capital’s renowned Winterlude celebrations by taking steps to the world’s largest skating rink, the Rideau canal.” Josh Zaret, Gemstone Developments http://gemstonecorp.com/portfolio/894-colonel-by-drive/
Furniture Store Ottawa - Ottawa StagingThis modern open concept home, designed by Barry Hobin, included 10 foot ceilings with gorgeous floor to ceiling windows. It was important to create an inviting atmosphere with the furnishings we chose, creating a space that anyone who enters could envision themselves living in. We wanted to create a distinction between the living and dining room, as the home featured a very open concept space. Polanco’s designers wanted to create the look of a home meant for entertaining, in which you could enjoy a dining experience as well as socialize in the living room area. The breathtaking view of the Rideau Canal seen from all seating areas in the living space accentuated the spacious feeling of the home.
A custom sized Martha sectional from Marcantonio Designs was the perfect choice for this grand open living room. Upholstered in a soft off-white leather, this style with metal legs complements the contemporary style of this home. We paired the sectional with a square fully tufted ottoman in a similar creamy-white leather to complete the seating area. The solid maple Verona sideboard from Handstone Furniture in a vintage silver stain gives buyers a sense of where to position their media centre. Above this piece, in lieu of a TV, we opted to bring some colour into the space with a piece from Celadon Art. To tie the artwork to the rest of the area, beautiful toss cushions in varying tones of blue were placed on the furniture pieces. Two matching Cassandra chairs upholstered in a simple grey linen fabric were selected to complement the neutral tones of the other furniture pieces. White accessories from Torre & Tagus placed on the ottoman are the final element of decor to this gorgeous open concept living space.
We wanted to continue with a light and airy look, and chose to place a custom Albany console from Artage on the wall opposite to the Verona sideboard. We decorated the console with white accessories from Torre & Tagus and a Bangkok mirror from Renwil. This mirror is a Polanco favourite due to its size and versatility – it matches both classic and modern designs. The round shape of the mirror adds softness and complements the wall sconces.
Furniture Store Ottawa - Ottawa Home StagingMoving into the dining room, we selected the Cordova dining table from Handstone Furniture. The functionality of a pedestal table allowed for more seating so buyers could envision how many guests they could seat in this large open space dining room. We chose the same vintage silver stain on the dining room table as well as on the living room sideboard to create consistency from room to room. To contrast with the darker stain of the table, we paired it with white leather Linda chairs from Elite Living. At the head of the table, the Albany bar cart from Artage in a bright chrome finish completes the room with a unique entertaining piece.
Furniture Store Ottawa - Ottawa Home StagingMatching Linda white leather counter stools were used in the kitchen to create continuity from one room to another. In the family area off of the kitchen, we placed the Melynda swivel chair from Marcantonio Designs in a complementary white leather. The swivel feature on the chair allows buyers to envision how the space would function – if you were sitting in this area you could easily swivel your chair to talk to people in the kitchen as well as enjoying the contemporary fireplace. Opposite this chair is the Melrose love seat upholstered in a light grey linen fabric. It was chosen for its low profile look, as it does not obstruct the view of the beautiful terrace at the back of the house. In the centre of both pieces is the Orion coffee table also in a bright chrome finish. The Orion coffee table, light in design, was a strategic choice, making the room appear larger. Patterned toss cushions complement the geometric texture of the tiled fireplace while bringing the design elements of the space and furniture together.
Furniture Store Ottawa - Ottawa Home StagingIn the master bedroom, we selected the stunning Layla king size bed upholstered in a light grey linen fabric. The soft curve of its headboard complements the curved Capricorn chairs placed in the seating area near the window of this room. Crisp, white linens from Cuddle Down Products were chosen to dress the bed, accentuated by Polanco’s own decorative toss cushions in fabrics from Robert Allen Design. On each side of the bed we chose custom wide Brooklyn nightstands painted in Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace and accentuated with decorative glass knobs. Silver accents are continued throughout the room, as shown with the nailheads on the upholstered bed and occasional chairs, cabinet knobs, lamps, and accessories.
The spare bedroom was designed specifically to allow future home buyers to envision their own furniture in the space. We chose the Linea queen bed in a neutral grey fabric for its simple and elegant design and paired it with crisp white linens from Cuddle Down Products. A silver end table from Torre & Tagus and a silver table lamp from Arteriors Home finish the space.
The entranceway was decorated with a large simple 48” round mirror with a decorative upholstered Thomas bench in a contemporary grey velvet fabric. We accented the design of the entrance bench with toss cushions to create an inviting feel upon entering this exquisite home.
Furniture Store Ottawa - Ottawa Home StagingOpen to the entranceway, the large den has magnificent floor to ceiling windows showcasing the view of the gardens along the Rideau Canal. We chose to show this space as a home office, featuring a live edge solid cherry desk from Harden Furniture. We positioned a Wilson chair in blue fabric at the desk, facing towards the breathtaking views of the canal. To complete this office look, a Timeout chair and ottoman were placed in the corner of the room paired with the Funco side table. Artwork was chosen to create interest and add colour, complementing the contemporary wing back desk chair.
It was a pleasure working with Gemstone Developments on this stunning modern home designed by Barry Hobin Architecture. Our goal was to furnish and decorate the home in such a way that potential buyers could envision themselves living in the space, while also accentuating the existing interior design. We are pleased to announce 894 Colonel By Drive was sold just three months after the staging project was completed.

The 'Air' floating vanity is to experience a feeling of space and freedom. The sense of lightness is balanced by the sturdy, solid French oak construction of the counter slab and the pull-out storage drawer underneath. A removable wooden storage divider helps keep things neat. Tondo ceramic bowl and faucet not included. The 'Air" is available in 3 sizes:
(Shown) W 35 7/16” x D 31 1/2” x H 4 3/4” > Ref 9000.
W 47 1/4” x D 31 1/2” x H 4 3/4” > Ref 9005
W 63” x D 31 1/2” x H 4 3/4” > Ref 9010
Unit shown in Chene Ceruse Blanc, choice of 8 Oak and 6 teak finishes.
All Line Art Teak and Oak furniture is crafted using wood which has been sourced from renewable FSC certified forests and plantations.

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Sunbury, OH
J.Holderby - Renovations
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Huppe Connection Modern Glass Dining Table
Made in Canada
Connection by Huppe is a new luxury dining table from the Dining Furniture Up Line. The table is a real masterpiece created in Canada by real professionals from the hand-selected materials. Dining Table Connection features a real Scandinavian European design, that is remarkable by simple design, but astonishing uniqueness. The top of the dining table is made of 12mm (0.5") thick clear tempered glass. The legs are made of 100% solid White Oak or Walnut, that is stain finished up to your choice. The legs are supported with steel beams that carry not only a supporting function but also highlight the design, making the dining table a vivid spot in any interior. Connection glass top dining table is available in three sizes: 84", 98" and 108", so you could find the right size for your modern home.
Connection Dining Table by Huppe is also available with Wooden Top - Click here to View.
Features:
Designed by Up Huppe
Clear thick and durable tempered glass top
Solid oak or walnut legs available in a variety of finishes
Rectangular tabletop shape
Base feature steel beams available in different matt lacquered colors
Available in three different sizes
The starting price is for the Connection Glass Dining Table W84" with the base in Natural Oak Finish / Matt White Lacquer.
Dimensions:
Dining Table: W84" x D40" x H30"
Dining Table: W98" x D40" x H30"
Dining Table: W108" x D40" x H30"

This refaced kitchen is now bright and cheery, reflecting the homeowners personal style. While the home is modest in the range of color choices, it's got lots of style. A sophisticated motif without a lot of clutter.
Cabinet refacing saved a lot of their budget allowing them to upgrade change the countertops and backsplash too. When you remodel the kitchen, the more elements you can change the bigger the transformation. Many times when you try to leave in and work off an existing element of the room, it holds you back in terms of design.
The countertop color highlights the beautiful walnut glazing on the the cabinet doors. Enriching the space with a subtle undertone of warmth.
The Sonora Corian countertops are a warm cocoa color with sublte swirls of gray and brown, contrasting and blancing the rich antique white cabinetry. Corian is a solid surface material that will last for decades. Corian is strong and durable material that is bacteria resistant and doesn't scratch or stain.
We continued with the Corian for the backsplash picking up the colors of the cabinets and the countertops with Sandlewood. The swirls of coco, off white and gray, continue with the muted palette.
They chose Corian for the backsplash because they didn't want to deal with grout and tile as they did in the past. The Corian backsplash will never need sealing or regrouting, creating another maintenance free component to this updated kitchen remodel.
This monochromatic color palette is now rich and inviting.The homeowners love of entertaining are now back and they love showing off their new kitchen!
Photographer: David Glasofer

Solid vinyl tile is the perfect choice for bathrooms.
Bathroom - contemporary bathroom idea in San Diego
Bathroom - contemporary bathroom idea in San Diego

No matter what look you want to achieve in your home, the Newport Series has the versatility to match virtually any style. Choose from a wide range of species, including Maple, Hickory, Tigerwood, and Brazilian Cherry. This 3/4-inch solid flooring is prefinished to bring out the intrinsic color, grain, and detail of the wood. The low-gloss aluminum oxide coating provides an extremely long lasting, durable finish.
The Newport Series is an outstanding choice for homeowners who wish to find an attractive and durable flooring option that will last for years after installation. This product has long been recognized for its exceptional quality and value. With the Newport Series, homeowners can expect nothing less than the best.
Please note: Brazilian Cherry will darken from exposure to natural sunlight. Maple is a beautiful natural material that can vary from an off-white cream color to reddish or golden hues with dark reddish brown tones. The grain is subdued and generally straight but can be wavy.

Oak cabinets with arched, raised panel detail have been replaced with custom built cabinetry to maximize the efficiency of this space. The high-gloss white upper cabinetry and hand-detailed, gray textured lower cabinetry from Bench Made are paired with aluminum and glass, creating a space that is filled with light and style, as it plays with contrasting elements of light and dark. The balance of black and white continues with the countertops, with a white solid surface against the wall contrasting with the Absolute Black granite with a honed finish from Sims-Lohman on the island. The cabinetry hardware, by Blum, provides a stainless, linear detail that’s repeated in the appliances and mimicked again on the elongated kitchen sink, from Cincinnati-based Create Good Sinks. The Grohe Essence adds an industrial touch, with a pull down faucet for added flexibility. The faucet really stands out thanks to the backsplash, a custom back-painted glass panel, illuminated by Haefele under-cabinet lighting. The lighting plan for this kitchen was an upgrade, too, with recessed lighting by Halo with Sorra LED bulbs and a pendant light over the island from Axis Lighting. Lighting controls are automated as well, thanks to M Alan Associates Inc.
The brightness isn’t only due to the upgraded lighting, but to the daylight let in through the new Marvin Window. The Marvin Awning window offers the clean lines that a space like this begs for. The top-hinged operation keeps this window, flanked by upper cabinetry, from being awkward. It was the ideal choice since it can easily be opened for a breath of fresh air. With hinges at the top, it even adds additional airflow during a light rain.
You’d expect that a kitchen this spectacular and well-thought-out would have appliances to match and this space does not disappoint. Tisdel Distributing sourced the appliances, including a new Subzero refrigerator. The induction range in the island and built-in microwave are from Wolf. An ice maker from Scotsman rounds out the appliance package. This new space includes appliances that are much larger than what it held before. How is that even possible? That’s the magic touch that an architect can bring to a project like this. It may have seemed like a simple upgrade and appliance swap, but this vision here delivered so much more. The icing on the cake might be the coffee nook, extending the kitchen by repeating the lower cabinetry and white solid surface countertop. It’s highlighted by a chartreuse upper cabinet for a striking splash of color, a jolt of caffeine for the eyes, energizing this entire space through pigment and performance.

Oak cabinets with arched, raised panel detail have been replaced with custom built cabinetry to maximize the efficiency of this space. The high-gloss white upper cabinetry and hand-detailed, gray textured lower cabinetry from Bench Made are paired with aluminum and glass, creating a space that is filled with light and style, as it plays with contrasting elements of light and dark. The balance of black and white continues with the countertops, with a white solid surface against the wall contrasting with the Absolute Black granite with a honed finish from Sims-Lohman on the island. The cabinetry hardware, by Blum, provides a stainless, linear detail that’s repeated in the appliances and mimicked again on the elongated kitchen sink, from Cincinnati-based Create Good Sinks. The Grohe Essence adds an industrial touch, with a pull down faucet for added flexibility. The faucet really stands out thanks to the backsplash, a custom back-painted glass panel, illuminated by Haefele under-cabinet lighting. The lighting plan for this kitchen was an upgrade, too, with recessed lighting by Halo with Sorra LED bulbs and a pendant light over the island from Axis Lighting. Lighting controls are automated as well, thanks to M Alan Associates Inc.
The brightness isn’t only due to the upgraded lighting, but to the daylight let in through the new Marvin Window. The Marvin Awning window offers the clean lines that a space like this begs for. The top-hinged operation keeps this window, flanked by upper cabinetry, from being awkward. It was the ideal choice since it can easily be opened for a breath of fresh air. With hinges at the top, it even adds additional airflow during a light rain.
You’d expect that a kitchen this spectacular and well-thought-out would have appliances to match and this space does not disappoint. Tisdel Distributing sourced the appliances, including a new Subzero refrigerator. The induction range in the island and built-in microwave are from Wolf. An ice maker from Scotsman rounds out the appliance package. This new space includes appliances that are much larger than what it held before. How is that even possible? That’s the magic touch that an architect can bring to a project like this. It may have seemed like a simple upgrade and appliance swap, but this vision here delivered so much more. The icing on the cake might be the coffee nook, extending the kitchen by repeating the lower cabinetry and white solid surface countertop. It’s highlighted by a chartreuse upper cabinet for a striking splash of color, a jolt of caffeine for the eyes, energizing this entire space through pigment and performance.

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Sunbury, OH
J.Holderby - Renovations
Franklin County's Leading General Contractors - 2X Best of Houzz!

The clients wanted to add a powder room to the main floor. We suggested integrating it in a pre-existing laundry room that was disorganized with a lot of wasted space. We designed the new space with chic bifold doors to close of the washer-dryer, optimised the storage to organise it, and added a gorgeous wall-mounted vanity and toilet. The grey subway tile is a classic choice and yet the whole space feels fresh, modern and on trend. This is now a cute multifunctional space. It is welcoming and very organized!
Materials used:
A modern wall-mounted white matte lacquer vanity, matte solid-surface counter, porcelain vessel sink, round black iron mirror with shelf, solid-core bi-fold doors that hide away the washer-dryer, 12 x 24 Grey porcelain floor tile, 3 x 8 artisanal charcoal grey subway wall tile, white tile grout, black Riobel plumbing and accessories, Industrial-style ceiling light and wall sconce, Sherwin Williams paint

When Amy and Brandon, hip 30 year old attorneys decided to look for a home with better outdoor living space, closer to restaurants and night spots, their search landed them on a house with the perfect outdoor oasis. Unfortunately, it came with an interior that was a mish mash of 50’s, 60’s and 70’s design. Having already taken on a DIY remodel on their own, they weren’t interested in going through the stress and frustration of one again. They were resolute on hiring an expert designer and contractor to renovate their new home. The completed renovation features sleek black cabinetry, rich ebony floors, bold geometric tile in the bath, gold hardware and lighting that together, create a fresh and modern take on traditional style.
Thoughtfully designed cabinetry packs this modest sized kitchen with more cabinetry & features than some kitchens twice it’s size, including two spacious islands.
Choosing not to use upper cabinets on one wall was a design choice that allowed us to feature an expanse of pure white quartz as the backdrop for the kitchens curvy hood and spikey gold sconces.
A mix of high end furniture, finishes and lighting all came together to create just the right mix to lend a 21st century vibe to this quaint traditional home.

If you’re looking for flooring that will last a lifetime, the Hampton Series is an excellent choice for your home. This product is known for its elegance, quality, and durability. The exclusive Six Side Seal© helps prevent moisture that can lead to cupping, warping, and seasonal cracking. It also has antimicrobial properties that can decrease allergens in your home.
All Hampton Series ¾-inch solid hardwood flooring comes prefinished for your convenience. Each plank features square edges to evoke the appearance of a site-finished floor. This product is available in a variety of colors that blend well with any interior design. Whatever color you choose, you’re sure to appreciate the authentic beauty and lasting strength of this series.

If you’re looking for flooring that will last a lifetime, the Hampton Series is an excellent choice for your home. This product is known for its elegance, quality, and durability. The exclusive Six Side Seal© helps prevent moisture that can lead to cupping, warping, and seasonal cracking. It also has antimicrobial properties that can decrease allergens in your home.
All Hampton Series ¾-inch solid hardwood flooring comes prefinished for your convenience. Each plank features square edges to evoke the appearance of a site-finished floor. This product is available in a variety of colors that blend well with any interior design. Whatever color you choose, you’re sure to appreciate the authentic beauty and lasting strength of this series.

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Delaware, OH
Buckeye Basements, Inc.
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This refaced kitchen is now bright and cheery, reflecting the homeowners personal style. While the home is modest in the range of color choices, it's got lots of style. A sophisticated motif without a lot of clutter.
Cabinet refacing saved a lot of their budget allowing them to upgrade change the countertops and backsplash too. When you remodel the kitchen, the more elements you can change the bigger the transformation. Many times when you try to leave in and work off an existing element of the room, it holds you back in terms of design.
The countertop color highlights the beautiful walnut glazing on the the cabinet doors. Enriching the space with a subtle undertone of warmth.
The Sonora Corian countertops are a warm cocoa color with sublte swirls of gray and brown, contrasting and blancing the rich antique white cabinetry. Corian is a solid surface material that will last for decades. Corian is strong and durable material that is bacteria resistant and doesn't scratch or stain.
We continued with the Corian for the backsplash picking up the colors of the cabinets and the countertops with Sandlewood. The swirls of coco, off white and gray, continue with the muted palette.
They chose Corian for the backsplash because they didn't want to deal with grout and tile as they did in the past. The Corian backsplash will never need sealing or regrouting, creating another maintenance free component to this updated kitchen remodel.
This monochromatic color palette is now rich and inviting.The homeowners love of entertaining are now back and they love showing off their new kitchen!
Photographer: David Glasofer

The new 'Le Valet' accessory ladder in solid oak provides a multi-functional portable storage solution that can be set up virtually anywhere. The unit features durable leather straps, a wooden shelf, full length mirror and 7 finished wooden pegs to hang purses, towels and more. Shown in Natural Oak, choice of 8 solid oak finishes. Measures 33 ¼” x 33 ¼” x 78 ¾” without feet (80 ½” with feet).

Oak cabinets with arched, raised panel detail have been replaced with custom built cabinetry to maximize the efficiency of this space. The high-gloss white upper cabinetry and hand-detailed, gray textured lower cabinetry from Bench Made are paired with aluminum and glass, creating a space that is filled with light and style, as it plays with contrasting elements of light and dark. The balance of black and white continues with the countertops, with a white solid surface against the wall contrasting with the Absolute Black granite with a honed finish from Sims-Lohman on the island. The cabinetry hardware, by Blum, provides a stainless, linear detail that’s repeated in the appliances and mimicked again on the elongated kitchen sink, from Cincinnati-based Create Good Sinks. The Grohe Essence adds an industrial touch, with a pull down faucet for added flexibility. The faucet really stands out thanks to the backsplash, a custom back-painted glass panel, illuminated by Haefele under-cabinet lighting. The lighting plan for this kitchen was an upgrade, too, with recessed lighting by Halo with Sorra LED bulbs and a pendant light over the island from Axis Lighting. Lighting controls are automated as well, thanks to M Alan Associates Inc.
The brightness isn’t only due to the upgraded lighting, but to the daylight let in through the new Marvin Window. The Marvin Awning window offers the clean lines that a space like this begs for. The top-hinged operation keeps this window, flanked by upper cabinetry, from being awkward. It was the ideal choice since it can easily be opened for a breath of fresh air. With hinges at the top, it even adds additional airflow during a light rain.
You’d expect that a kitchen this spectacular and well-thought-out would have appliances to match and this space does not disappoint. Tisdel Distributing sourced the appliances, including a new Subzero refrigerator. The induction range in the island and built-in microwave are from Wolf. An ice maker from Scotsman rounds out the appliance package. This new space includes appliances that are much larger than what it held before. How is that even possible? That’s the magic touch that an architect can bring to a project like this. It may have seemed like a simple upgrade and appliance swap, but this vision here delivered so much more. The icing on the cake might be the coffee nook, extending the kitchen by repeating the lower cabinetry and white solid surface countertop. It’s highlighted by a chartreuse upper cabinet for a striking splash of color, a jolt of caffeine for the eyes, energizing this entire space through pigment and performance.
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