kitchen
End-of-island display. The end drawers on this island have glass fronts and false backs so the homeowners can display cookbooks, colorful fruit, pasta, candy or whatever they please. Behind the false backs is regular storage. Cabinets by Medallion Cabinetry: Maple Islander with Coastal finish (base cabinets) and Maple Cottage in white finish (upper cabinets); island hardware: round glass cup pulls, Restoration Hardware; countertop: Cambria in Brittannica; pendants: Elementary Schoolhouse cord-hung light, Barn Light Electric; flooring: Portfolio in Paris Black, TeragrenRead more about this kitchen
2. Comfortable seating areas. For years, islands have been considered the ideal gathering spot in the kitchen. But now there’s a trend toward more comfort, and seating areas in kitchens are evolving accordingly. Clients want a place to kick off their shoes and relax with a glass of wine while waiting for their dinner to cook. Expect to see more soft seating in the kitchen, like the light blue couch in this photo.
River white
River white countertops. I like the teal walls in the background too.
River white
River white
River White Countertops
River white with teal chairs
Azul Platino countertops
Granite backsplash with subway tile behind range
Open end shelves on cabinets and color added through accessories


Penny tile
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