House Warming-Large Island

The large island is painted soft green to differentiate it from the perimeter cabinetry. The Dutch exterior door (to the left on the range wall) is original to the house. […]

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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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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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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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