kitchen

wall color

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Slate. Pros: Nonporous, durable, fairly inexpensive Cons: Limited color range Cost: $50 to $65 per square foot Good for you if: You want a natural, earthy countertop

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straight through!

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Sink-mounted faucets. There are many different kitchen faucet and sink designs, but they are not always compatible. If you are working with an existing sink, check how many mounting holes it has. New faucets come in one-, two-, three- or four-hole varieties. When you are replacing an existing faucet that requires fewer holes than you have, look for a new faucet that comes with an escutcheon plate (a deck plate at the base) to cover up the unneeded sink holes. This will do the trick on many standard sinks.

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Notice how the color repeats between the lower cabinets and the floor tile, which is set on the diagonal to make the small space appear bigger.

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White upper cabinets and counters, and base cabinets painted a dreamy gray-blue. The result feels classic, like an all-white kitchen, but has a lot more individuality. Note also how the lantern and paintings give the space a classic air that mitigates that “clinical” feel people sometimes complain about in an all-white space.

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With a small kitchen, it’s best to limit the color palette so the space feels unified.

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colors

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Storage under seating

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open concept, wood, soft lighting with beige and white

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oak cabinetry

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skirt

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lighted cabinets

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sliding pantry doors

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3 sinks

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Single-bowl sink: cook elaborate meals with a large and deep sink to work in, wash large pots, pans and cutting boards easily, hide dirty dishes in its depths.

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built in shelves

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farmhouse apron

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classic old-world

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