Kitchen LOVE
A glass countertop on the kitchen island showcases the homeowner’s collection of beachcombed glass, and the glass upper cabinets are colored to match. The window wall and ceiling are clad with solid pine. Why it works. The simplicity of materials in this kitchen complements the room’s minimalist design. The overall look is one of raw sophistication.
Cabinet color. Dropcloth by Farrow & Ball. “We wanted the kitchen to feel light and airy but not sterile,” designer Christina Wikman says. “We also wanted a bit of a paired-back European feel. We opted not to use white cabinets but instead a warmer tone. Dropcloth is a ‘greige’ that leans toward beige.”
Put Your Fridge on a Diet Speaking of saving inches, choosing a slimmer refrigerator can really open up your kitchen as well. Clients usually want the largest fridge they can fit, but these large 36-inches-and-up models often end up full of clutter or simply remain half empty. If you don’t cook often, or frequently shop for fresh produce, try slimming down your fridge to 30 inches or even 28 inches and leaving more room open for other essentials.
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