In the kitchen, the feeling is light and airy, thanks to a soft color palette and open shelving. Rather than create a massive center island, Kiel applied his handy work to an array of inexpensive materials, resulting in an island work table with open shelving. By keeping sight lines open down below, the kitchen gains a greater feeling of space. Wall Color, Lightest Sky, by Pantone for Valspar; Counter top, IKEA; Pendant Fixtures, Home Depot Photo: Adrienne DeRosa Photography © 2014 Houzz

Charmaine David

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz

Louise Lakier Photography © 2012 Houzz

Jeffrey Bale

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Charmaine David

Charmaine David

Charmaine David

Charmaine David

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2012 Houzz

Charmaine David

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz

Charmaine David

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz