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Other special features. Round dining table integrated into the island. Custom drainage grooves on the soapstone island near the sink. Designer secret. “Every well-designed space — whether it’s a bathroom, living room, bedroom, etc. — has a focal point, the thing that draws your eyes to it as soon as you walk into the room,” Castro says. “The paisley tiles are, of course, that element here.”Montblanc Paisley tile: mettro source; Shaker-style MDF perimeter cabinets in Paper White, Shaker-style MDF island cabinets in Seaweed and natural walnut shelves: Miralis; Silestone perimeter countertop in Calacatta Gold: Latitude; Belvedere soapstone island countertop: Greensville; Merurice light fixture by Jonathan Adler: Robert Abbey Lighting Store; Winter Snow wall paint in eggshell finish: Benjamin MooreSee more of this kitchen
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Other special features. High-gloss, flat-panel cabinets. White quartz countertops. A barn wood architectural beam disguises ductwork. Designer’s secret. “In a narrow space like this, the high gloss worked really well in keeping the space looking clean and bright,” Tsui says. “High gloss is tricky to work with, because it can often leave the room feeling sterile. So it was important that we bring in some wood tones and textures to warm up the space, creating a cozy environment.” “Uh-oh” moment. “Renovating in a condo has many restrictions,” Tsui says. “We ran into issues with plumbing and ductwork because they cannot be altered freely. In order to relocate the sink, we ended up building out the wall behind the banquette to accommodate pipes. At the end, collaborating with an expert contractor was very important, as he was able to help us solve many problems about plumbing and ventilation. He patiently and skillfully rerouted the ventilation for the range hood with the very limited space that was in the bulkhead above. Although it did bring up the budget, it was worthwhile to see the end result.”Hexatile Deco Lisboa tile in Blanco: Equipe Cerámicas via Centura Tile; Royale Blanc qua...
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