Taking a chance on an unusual color combination creates a dream country kitchen.
Canadian House & Home designed a five-star space in their 2011 Princess Margaret Showhome. To-the-ceiling cabinets are painted No 7 Octagon yellow from Farrow & Ball. The color is a nice contrast to the honed CeasarStone counters and matte black CornuFe range. A stainless steel farmhouse sink is paired with a Franke bridge faucet. Soft cream tiles are also taken to the ceiling to balance the upper cabinetry. An open island provides space for prepping while the table gives guests a place to gather. Simple pendants are a reproduction of enamel fixtures that are more often found in barns. The offset floor tile is a nice change from the more common seen patterns. This kitchen proves that risks are sometimes worth taking.
Remember when they used to call this color Harvest Gold? It looks a whole lot better on the cabinets than it used to on appliances! The black accents are really what makes this look modern I think. I like mustard as a term much better, and am currently planning on using this color in my bedroom, I will have to add some black!
I love the wooden island too ~ rustic and charming!!
This kitchen just grabbed my attention. I love the combination of the colors, even I agree with mbwife that more dark wouldn´t harm this space.
The idea of the open island preparation table is great and I think that every woman (that cooks) would appreciate it. It allows you to stay in contact with your visitors or family, while preparing the meal. I´m curious about the two lights, because their look is very antique. It resembles me lightings from Eclectic Revival, which is one of the best lighting stores in Toronto.
John, the fixtures are from Restoration Hardware and are available in several finishes. Funny you mentioned Eclectic Revival – I ran across the site last week and enjoyed the video. Looks like a great place to spend time!
Glad you both enjoyed. mbwife, Jane wrote a piece last year – Yen for Yellow – using yellow in the bedroom.
Laura, the rustic island, as well as the chairs and barn lights, are from Restoration Hardware.