Custom cabinetry adds interesting details to a room Creating a master bathroom based on highly detailed, built-in wood cabinets – elements usually be found in a library — is interesting and luxurious. Conceptually it moves beyond using an antique piece as a sink cabinet because it establishes an architectural style in a room normally lacking [...]
Archive | January, 2009
Black and White Elegance Kitchen
In a modern space, the lack of color emphasizes shapes and surface textures Sleek, spacious and consistent in its concept, this contemporary black and white kitchen has elegant details that merit study. Despite considerable drama produced by the contrast of black and white surfaces, careful planning has produced a surprisingly serene overall effect. Anyone who [...]
Kiwi Green Kitchen
Designer Amanda Nisbet is known for her work with color. No joke Cheerful and colorful were the criteria for this kiwi green country-style kitchen created for comedienne Caroline Rhea in LA by New York designer Amanda Nisbet. The scheme is remarkably simple, with white cabinets inset with bead board, a Kohler sink and faucet, and [...]
Michael S Smith, Inc.
Cohesive selections from a top designer’s collection Designer Michael S Smith adheres to the traditional standards of simplicity, restraint and proportion when creating objects for the home. His Jasper Collection featuring furniture and mirrors, beautiful fabric and Mansour Modern rugs combine contemporary design with classic elegance. Moorish garden mazes influenced Smith in his creation of [...]
Zero-Radius Double Sink
The idea of “zero radius” means square edges and no curves on the sides or corners This hard edge style — a top choice for contemporary kitchens — was displayed in the black Poggenpohl sink cabinet pictured here. The stainless steel sink and companion drain board are by Franke.
