Urban Pioneer

Folk-art details and complementary hues create an inviting culinary setting in Cambridge. Check out all five of our featured Boston Home Kitchens.

Photos by Bob O’Connor
Styling by Chrissy Beale

Architecture by Charles R. Myer & Partners
Built by Smith & Awudo Construction

APPLIANCES: Dishwasher: Fisher & Paykel tall double drawer. Range: Bluestar dual-fuel RNB Series. Range Hood: Bluestar Proline. Refrigerator: Perlick Signature Series freestanding double-drawer refrigerator and freezer. All purchased through Eurostoves.

BACKSPLASH: Ceramic field tile in Zeppelin green, DiscoverTile.

CABINETRY: Custom wood painted with Benjamin Moore “Gray Mirage” (exteriors) and “American Cheese” (interiors), Boston Woodworks.

COUNTERTOPS: Zinc and solid walnut, Brooks Custom.

DINING TABLE: Custom heart pine top, Longleaf Lumber; custom base, Tresfort Metal Works.

FLOORING: Natural cork in carbon, Father & Son Floorcraft.

HARDWARE: One-inch antiqued brass pulls, White Chapel.

LIGHTING: Carravaggio Steng-Flo ceramic pendant, Omnilight.

PAINT: “Midnight Rain” (bookshelf interior), “Bittersweet Chocolate” (painted countertops), and “Cotton Balls” (ceiling), all Benjamin Moore.

SINK AND FAUCET: Custom integral zinc sink, Brooks Custom; pedal-operated chrome faucet, Chicago Faucets.

Smart Moves

1. PAINT WITHIN

Colorful interior cabinetry is a twist on the classic ivory kitchen.

2. COZY SEATING

The generous built-in banquette welcomes friends and family into the kitchen. A wraparound shelf showcases the owner’s pottery collection and unifies the room.

3. HANDS-FREE FIXTURES

The foot-operated faucet, a design common in commercial kitchens, reduces the spread of dirt and germs.

4. FOLK-ART DETAILS

Thoughtful, handmade details like this punched-tin medallion give the room a homey look.

5. EASY ACCESS

Custom drawer inserts keep pans separated and within reach.

6. SIMPLE TOUCHES

A few drill holes turn the Shaker-front cabinets into works of art.

Get the Look

A FULL PLATE

Belmont four-piece setting, $125, Simon Pearce.

TEA FOR TWO

Heath Ceramics teapot, $190, Didriks.

COCKTAIL HOUR

Woodstock pitcher, $140, Simon Pearce.

Check out all five of our featured Boston Home Kitchens.

Source URL: http://www.bostonmagazine.com/2012/10/home-kitchen-design-urban/