Dark kitchens work best when light spills through windows and cabinets contrast with walls and flooring. Leave it to designer and antiques dealer Richard Shapiro to take a roofless surf shack on Malibu’s Broad Beach and turn it into an illusion of a centuries old crumbling villa. Although a black kitchen may not appeal to [...]
Black and White Elegance Kitchen
by Jane F on January 30, 2009 in Blk&Wht 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 [...]
Beadboard Ceiling Kitchen
by Jane F on November 13, 2008 in White Kitchen
High gloss white paint creates a kitchen ceiling that reflects light in a luminous beach house. At the beach, referencing boats seems like a logical design choice. Along with barometers and surface-mounted light fixtures in the shape of glowing portholes, there is a slickly painted beadboard ceiling that feels like an upside down ship’s deck. [...]
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