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Sleek, Simple and Modern White Kitchen

Contemporary white units by UK’s Funktional Kitchens and stark marble countertops create a bright and airy feel in this modern kitchen. The French doors and sky lights bring loads of natural light into the space keeping energy costs low. The retro diner barstool is a perfect addition to the kitchen island.

A sleek ice-blue glass splashback and stainless steel appliances add to the crisp modern look. The open glass shelves are a brilliant contrast to the solid glossy cabinets. The sink however, is not in the best position – I would move it to the kitchen island. Would you change anything?

*images from Ideal Home
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Read full story By on October 29, 2009 in interior design, kitchens

Contemporary San Francisco Kitchen

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Design firm LQ Living Design of Mill Valley, California, took this rather mundane San Francisco kitchen and transformed it into a sleek contemporary space that is as beautiful as it is functional.

The island topped with Zodiac Bianco Carrera marble was turned so that the homeowners could move throughout the space and entertain guests with ease. The custom cabinetry in a dark Wenge wood is dramatic. It contrasts nicely with the light countertops – the perimeter is in CeasarStone Pebble. I particularly like the trio of Satin Nickel Mini Pendant with Clear Glass and Opal Inner above the island.

Crisp edged glass tile by Interstyle in Stone Arch makes for a stunning back splash and adds hints of soft gray and green to the neutral color scheme.

The contemporary stools are Aria Bar Stools from Advanced Interior Designs. This artistic bar stool can swivel a full 360 degrees and has a gas lift mechanism so you can adjust your designed height from 21.5″ to 29″. Loving it!

The gorgeous flooring is Cumaru wood from Golden State Flooring and it extends up a new staircase. The new railing also visually opens up the space. The spindles are black brushed steel rubbed and powder coated to look like stainless steel for a fraction of the cost. Gotta love that.

www.lqlivingdesign.com
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Read full story By on October 22, 2009 in interior design, kitchens, tile

Swedish Designed Kitchen Towels

These bright and charming kitchen towels and pot holders in candy, flower power and bird motifs are from Swedish designers, Bengt & Lotta. Thanks sfgirlbybay for pointing this collection out!

Lotta Glave and Bengt Lindberg together in work and life attended Sweden’s National College of Arts, Craft & Design. With their combined creative vision both playful and graphic, their company Bengt & Lotta was launched. Bengt & Lotta are now well-known designers and illustrators whose decorative pieces have become mainstays in homes across Sweden and the world and you can find their vibrant work online from sthlm.

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Read full story By on October 7, 2009 in healthy home, home accessories, kitchens

Opulent Beverly Hills Estate by Interior Designer Karan Brady

Designed by architect Paul R. Williams, this stunning 21,000 square foot estate in Beverly Hills includes the main house, guest house and grounds. The renovation of the 1930s colonial revival took three years, but the result was worth the wait. Interior Designer, Karan Brady of Ralph Lauren Home helped deliver the homeowner’s vision of a home fusing styles of a classic Hamptons estate and down-to-earth California chic.

The entrance hall showcases the home’s gorgeous ebony wood floors and neutral walls in linen wallpaper. An antique canoe Brady found at a Parisian flea market hangs high on the wall. The designer adds organic elements to the space with petrified wood pieces from Holly Hunt hung over a bench from Kathleen Clements Design and a cowhide rug.

The home’s earthy-toned great room is luxurious, yet inviting. The stone fireplace is flanked by an ebony grand piano and 1930s-inspired Duke Bar, by Ralph Lauren Home. The milk white Murano glass chandelier is pure opulence and is balanced by the rustic beams made from reclaimed railway ties.

The all white kitchen is simply gorgeous. Brady again mixes new and old elements. The Parisian antique lamps over the island are brilliantly paired with modern stainless steel appliances. And what I would do for two farmhouse sinks!

The romantic master bedroom is also in warm earthy tones. The French doors are beautifully framed by golden silky puddle drapes that are paired nicely with the walls covered in a textured wallpaper. The contemporary bed and chairs are by Ralph Lauren Home.

My husband peeked at this media room and said, “This is the way it should be done.” I too like the laid-back leather sectional with square woven ottoman. Comfortable elegance. The bar of course is magnificent.

Even the two-story guest house was gutted and remodeled. It too has a relaxed, yet luxurious style. And if swimming isn’t your thing, how about a game of tennis, golf on the putting green or reading by the koi pond? This estate has it all. I don’t think I would ever leave the grounds. How about you?

*images Luxe Magazine

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Read full story By on October 5, 2009 in bedrooms, interior design, kitchens, living rooms