Clutter Free Kitchen Trend

An article in the Wall Street Journal of all places caught my eye yesterday. The article was about how kitchens are evolving from a cooking-and-eating hub to a flexible multi-tasking space; they're becoming more streamlined and uncluttered. Once treated like trophies, high end appliances are being hidden behind wood panels or underneath counter tops.The last photo of the wall of cabinetry, all hides a pull-out pantry, shelves, an entryway into a walk-in pantry with a bar, a refrigerator-freezer and the "breakfast garage" with a toaster, coffeemaker and microwave. The full article can be found online here.

Photos: WSJ

Stripes

A Bold & Beautiful Townhouse

Photos: Elle Decor

Hogwarts for Hipsters

So said the New York Times when reviewing the Breslin Bar and Restaurant in downtown New York. I love the combination of the dark "sludgy" hues and the scarlet red curtains

Things of Note

The new Lonny Magazine came out yesterday and I thought I would share with you some of the pretty photos that caught my eye.

The Entry

Here are some photos of very simple entry ways; sometimes this is a tricky area to address especially in a small space. I love using a bench with a big mirror or an interesting piece of art to set the tone for the rest of the house.

Photos: Sfgirlbybay

Mix & Match

Its refreshing to see multiple patterns, textures and colors that make for fun exciting spaces.