French Chateau
Inspired by the French blue and cream color scheme selected by the homeowner, this large kitchen combines grandeur with functionality. The impressively high arched ceiling is visually lowered with ten-foot high cabinets and decorative exposed truss-style beams. Double islands provide structure, traffic flow and valuable countertop frontage. The effect of the aged, glazed finishes complement the antiqued copper and carved stone hood. The adjoining butler’s pantry provides an extra dose of creaminess and includes a copper inlay molding in the crown.
2011 NKBA Large Kitchen First Place Winner
Photographer
Alise O'Brien
Designer
Jim Howard
Items Used
Premier Custom-Built cabinetry; Giallo Napolean granite; Sub-Zero refrigerator, freezer; Asko dishwasher; Wolf rangetop, microwave, warming drawer, double oven