Comfortably Casual Kitchen
Some kitchens -- and this is one -- have
"home" written all over them. As cheerful as a cookie jar, this room
evokes an upbeat, sunny mood with just a few splashes of bright color and a
whole lot of traditional cabinetry.
ŠJeff Heatley Photography
The tiny granite breakfast bar welcomes early-morning or late-night visitors.
Most of the appliances stay hidden behind
matching panels, giving the space a more finished, clean-lined look. Still,
from the vibrant-colored pottery on the open shelves to the fabrics, this is a place
geared for nurturing: It has good food, a comfy window seat, and interesting
nooks and corners, like a mini-breakfast bar for snacks.
ŠJeff Heatley Photography
Wall ovens accomplish multiple cooking chores simultaneously.
Adjoining an elegant
great room with a fireplace, the kitchen maintains a more simple, down-to-earth
demeanor. The wood floor may connect the two spaces, but their personalities
are vastly different. Think cocktails by the handsome hearth and hot chocolate
with marshmallows in this totally inviting kitchen.
ŠJeff Heatley Photography
Beadboard cabinet fronts and bin-pulls help deliver
a traditional feel for the spacious room.
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