Moving from the West Coast, the homeowners of this Connecticut Tudor wanted to incorporate an informal California vibe to the home’s 1930’s interiors. SKM Design stepped in, removing walls to overhaul the choppy floorplan, to create a more modern, useable and spacious kitchen for the family. Honoring the architectural integrity, the original leaded windows were kept intact, and new flooring was stained to match the existing flooring throughout the house. Custom details like the raw oak range hood and simple Shaker-style cabinetry painted in bright white and deep blue set the tone in the kitchen—understated and relaxed. Quartz Enigma countertops through Everest Marble and Soho Studio backsplash tile add the finishing touches.
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GAGGENAU
Gaggenau’s 400 series dishwasher protects precious glassware and cutlery by deep cleaning at lower temperatures with patented Zeolite technology. Automatic sensors and tailored wash cycles allow complete cleaning and drying in one hour. With the flex hinge function, the dishwasher can be placed at any height.
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BELWITH KEELER
The Berkshire collection from Belwith Keeler includes updated cup pulls, oval and t-knobs, six pull sizes and two appliance pulls—all in six finishes.
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WOOD MODE
Wood-Mode’s new inlay finish adds a metallic accent to cabinetry. Offered in brushed stainless, polished stainless and brushed brass, it is available on the Sturbridge, Chatham, Sonoma and Darien Heights door styles and can be combined with any paint color, wood stain or wood species.
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LA BASTILLE
La Bastille range hoods are hand cast and crafted in zinc, pewter, copper, brass and bronze—living metals which will develop a patina over time. The Christina hood, shown here in brass, can
be customized with a choice of lip options
and strapping, and all
the hood designs
include a Vent-a-Hood liner.
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DORNBRACHT
The graceful silhouette of Dornbracht’s Vaia two-hole bridge mixer faucet with swiveling spout and spray set is offered
in 11 finishes, shown here in platinum.
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MONOGRAM
State-of-the-art cooking is possible with the Monogram Induction Professional range. Offered in 30- and 36- inch sizes, the technology allows precision induction temperature control for optimal consistency and performance, heating from 100 to 500 degrees for perfect results every time.
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CAMBRIA
One of six new additions to Cambria’s quartz palette, the Windsor Steel Satin Ridge design is defined by bold waves of color set against warm-white debossed Inverness veining. American made, Cambria’s proprietary technology quartz is stain resistant, nonabsorbent, durable, maintenance free and easy care.
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VISUAL COMFORT
The Garrett pendant by Chapman & Myers for Visual Comfort features a cylindrical clear extruded glass shade paired with aged iron.
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ELKAY
Expanding its Crosstown line, Elkay has introduced an ADA compliant sink with 27-inches of knee clearance to make everyday tasks easier. Crafted from 18-gauge stainless steel, the sink includes Sound Guard to minimize sound and vibration and is available in large single and double bowl options.
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ARTERIORS
The Wyndham swivel counter stool stands at 25-inches high. Fabricated with tube-shaped triangular iron legs in a vintage brass, the round swivel seat is made from mango wood with a distressed wax finish.
This article appears in the January 2024 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens) with the headline: Best in Class.