New Kitchen, Old Soul

Inspiration for the time-honored touches—Shaker-style cabinetry with bracket details, subway tile backsplash, honed-marble countertops, cupboard latches and more—came from the house itself, kitchen designer Bart Lidsky says. “The homeowner wanted […]

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Design for a New Age-Using the Space

USING THE SPACE | The children’s toys were packed away to make more space for an activity/television area. The owners’ comfortably slouchy sofas—along with the popcorn machine in the back corner—are musts […]

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Change of Venue-Seating Area

SEATING AREA | The table and chairs have a definite midcentury modern vibe. The roll-up door in the cabinetry at left hides storage space.

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A Custom Blend-Kitchen

KITCHEN | Stainless steel appliances and accents and industrial pendants over the island are ideal choices for the unfussy kitchen. The open plan allows easy traffic flow between the kitchen, […]

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House Warming-Fireplace

FIREPLACE | The family’s collection of Fiesta® ware adds bright color to the island and mantel. A wall was removed to the left of the fireplace to create an opening […]

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A Custom Blend-Family Room

BREAKFAST AREA | The breakfast area and the formal living room are separated by sliding barn doors. Though barn doors are usually chosen for more rustic spaces, these feature a more […]

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House Warming-Free Flowing Traffic

FREE FLOWING TRAFFIC | The spacious kitchen was designed for entertaining with a large island, generous sink and sizable appliances. A doorway was cut into the wall to the right of the […]

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Living Off the Land-Kitchen

KITCHEN | Harrison says she used “simple materials and a serene color palette to reflect the natural elements of the architecture juxtaposed with the landscape.”

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