Design Update

Isn't it surprising what a little bit of stainless steel can do to a design? Were it not for that shiny, silvery edge at the bottom of these cabinets [and note how it plays off the retractable range hood], the cupboards would be rather dated—albeit finely crafted—kitchen storage units. The metal lifts them into the realm of the modern. lottocento.it

Water Music

I'll wager there aren't many blogs that wax rhapsodic over a spray pattern, but at KBCULTURE, these are the things that set our collective hearts aflutter. Even though one may not be able to appreciate the artistry of the water jets while waving the Aio handshower over one's head, their restorative effects can still be felt. methven.com

Subtle Design

I think my favorite quality of this kitchen is that it doesn't come across as a kitchen. The ambiance—supplied by the rich materials and softened light—overrides the room's functional identity. To me, the space feels more like a study or small living room [and that banquette sure looks cozy]. josephdirand.com

Pitching Heat

With the baseball playoffs at last underway, who better to usher in this Flashback Friday than Mr. October himself, Reginald Martinez Jackson? This 1982 ad captures the confidence of the Hall of Famer, who regularly led the Yankees and Athletics through the post-season to sundry championships. Genius, indeed.

Hocus Focus

Today has been a mix of the serious and the surreal, and I'm happy to have it behind me. Like this kitchen, there were distractions and illusions encountered, but once they were filtered away, what remains is clarity—a metaphorical black and white.

Counter Maneuvers

I beg your pardon for the blurry photo, but the design idea transcends the poor image quality. The Worktop Extender won a Red Dot Award for its ingenious way of increasing the true premium of the kitchen—counter space, not storage—without permanently occupying floor area. This unit rolls out from the base cabinets when extra work room is needed, then returns to its inconspicuous location when the job is done. nobia.com

You Can't Be Too Thin

No, there isn't any Photoshop trickery going on in this picture. Realizing that not everyone needs a cavernous basin in the bath, the design team of Benedini Associati, Andres Jost, and Diego Cisi created a shallow sink that measures a mere 1.5 inches deep. It's part of the scheme that gives the Ell the appearance of floating planes. The Corian counter is both sturdy and light enough to be supported by wall brackets. agapedesign.it