Banquette Designs & Ideas
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Kyle Hunt & Partners, IncorporatedArchitect: DeNovo Architects, Interior Design: Sandi Guilfoil of HomeStyle Interiors, Landscape Design: Yardscapes, Photography by James Kruger, LandMark Photography
Southern LivingFurthering her plan to enhance the room's architecture, Suzanne turned one corner of the kitchen into a cheery dining area with an L-shaped built-in bench that mimics the cabinetry. To keep the dining nook cozy (not restaurant-like) she surrounded the metal bistro table with slipcovered armchairs and hung a sparkly chandelier above.
Using the same patterned fabric on the window valances and pillows throughout (Montmartre in Clay/Blue from her own collection for Lee Jofa; leejofa.com), Suzanne introduced color and life to the kitchen without taking away from the all-white effect. Photo by Erica George Dines for Southern Living
SigmarA built in bench is a good option for a narrow kitchen as it saves space for chairs needing to be pulled out.
SF ArchitectureThis minimalistic kitchen is given well balanced combination of natural daylight via skylights, accent lights, accent colors and a wood slab counter.
Streeter Custom BuilderArchitecture that is synonymous with the age of elegance, this welcoming Georgian style design reflects and emphasis for symmetry with the grand entry, stairway and front door focal point.
Near Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, this newly completed Georgian style home includes a renovation, new garage and rear addition that provided new and updated spacious rooms including an eat-in kitchen, mudroom, butler pantry, home office and family room that overlooks expansive patio and backyard spaces. The second floor showcases and elegant master suite. A collection of new and antique furnishings, modern art, and sunlit rooms, compliment the traditional architectural detailing, dark wood floors, and enameled woodwork. A true masterpiece. Call today for an informational meeting, tour or portfolio review.
BUILDER: Streeter & Associates, Renovation Division - Bob Near
ARCHITECT: Peterssen/Keller
INTERIOR: Engler Studio
PHOTOGRAPHY: Karen Melvin Photography
tsidaVintage table and chairs with an upholstered banquette create a cozy eating, working and gathering spot.
Howells Architecture + DesignDesigned for a 1930s Portland, OR home, this kitchen remodel aims for a clean, timeless sensibility without sacrificing the space to generic modernism. Cherry cabinets, Ice Stone countertops and Heath tile add texture and variation in an otherwise sleek, pared down design. A custom built-in bench works well for eat-in breakfasts. Period reproduction lighting, Deco pulls, and a custom formica table root the kitchen to the origins of the home.
All photos by Matt Niebuhr. www.mattniebuhr.com
AHMANN LLCAn open plan within a traditional framework was the Owner’s goal - for ease of entertaining, for working at home, or for just hanging out as a family. We pushed out to the side, eliminating a useless appendage, to expand the dining room and to create a new family room. Large openings connect rooms as well as the garden, while allowing spacial definition. Additional renovations included updating the kitchen and master bath, as well as creating a formal office paneled in stained cherry wood.
Photographs © Stacy Zarin-Goldberg
Banquette Designs & Ideas
Lawrence and Gomez ArchitectsRed birch cabinets in classic Shaker wide style; glass upper cabinets and custom built-in cherry breakfast nook; white granite counters, marble and glass backsplash; Thermador appliances
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