In this Ariel Ashe kitchen, soaring open ceilings are highlighted by what are arguably among the sleekest pendant lights on the planet. In the kitchen of a Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, house by Mark Cunningham, cabinets painted in a white from Ralph Lauren’s now discontinued paint line are paired with reclaimed oak shelves and ceiling beams. Abundant windows allow sunlight to flow freely, warming up the scene. When in doubt, a natural fiber runner rug and bowls of fresh fruit can make textural movie magic in a white kitchen.
- If you need to replace your kitchen floors and want to choose a finish that will stand the test of time, choose classic black-and-white checkerboard floor tiles, like this space from Erin Williamson Design.
- You can add kitchen furniture, clever seating, and storage solutions to make the most of your space.
- Friedman’s home in Marfa, Texas, has bold pendant lights hanging over the burners and countertop.
- Inspired by early 20th-century factories, this contemporary kitchen combines steel, stone, and wood for anindustrial-chic lookthat doesn’t feel cold.
By starting with your most perfect kitchen, you’ll be able to better clarify and define exactly what it is that you want and need.
Create simple displays using your kitchen utensils
It is also about harnessing the power of a ‘clean’ space that features only a few meaningful, cherished items that spark joy – and usefulness. This design philosophy also centers around a sustainable, practical and more efficient way of living. Named after the cooking areas aboard a ship, the hallmark of galley kitchen designs is two parallel runs of cabinetry with a narrow corridor in between and are common layouts for small kitchens. There’s no need to go all out and with Midcentury-modern cabinetry to channel the retro vibe, sometimes just a few key pieces are enough to get the look. In fact, many interior designers argue the best approach is to mix styles from across the eras to avoid living in a Mid-century museum.
