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February 2015 | ForResidentialPros.com | 17 other goal for the homeowners, who wanted to mix modern with tradi- tional elements. Extra-thick PentalQuartz perim- eter countertops, in Cotton White, feature a waterfall edge, adding to the urban ambiance. "Its 2.5" thick- ness gives dimension," says Of. "We didn't use any crown mouldings, pre- ferring to keep a clean top line. The thick countertop adds an element for the eye to catch." Other contemporary elements in- clude stainless steel pendant lights above the island – which give the space a nautical appeal and tie into the water view; elongated, textured cabinet hardware, and an appliance garage with an aluminum tambour door. It complements a pantry-style cabinet, also with aluminum doors, next to the Liebherr refrigerator. It features frosted glass and is topped with Fusion granite to match the is- land. "It became an accent piece as well as providing for more storage," says the designer. One of the most visible contem- porary elements is the Pental Moda Vetro glass tile, which Of laid in a vertical pattern and ran across the entire back wall of the kitchen, wrap- ping it around to the appliance garage. The designer utilized one color – ES07 Stream – in diferent sizes as well as fnishes, including 4"x8" glossy feld tiles accented with 1"x8" matte tiles and 6"x24" ribbon glass textured tiles in back of the GE Café double-oven range and Zephyr ventilation hood. "The blue color refects the water view, and ties in with the blue in the granite," she says. Traditional features include maple Crystal Cabinetry perimeter cabinets, which are painted Mushroom with a Black highlight. "The paint and the Shaker-style, square doors also add to the traditional appeal," she notes. These homeowners also wanted Of to make the adjacent dining room feel more connected to the kitchen. As such, she utilized the same en- gineered veneer Gray Oak Crystal Cabinetry cabinets that were used in the island as a bank of cabinets in the dining room, topping them with blue/green glass. Of also opened up the dining room space by trim- ming down one of the walls to a half wall, which showcases the cable stair railing that leads to the downstairs living space. "Now this area has be- come a focal point as you enter the house," she says. CONTINUE THE CONTEMPORARY THEME In addition to the kitchen and dining area, Of was also asked to renovate a small guest bath on the same level. Its design theme is taken from two pieces of jewelry artwork done by her client's mother-in-law. "She was an artist and my client had them framed," says the designer. "They are in lavenders and silvers, so those were the colors we used to build the bathroom." Of also carried the contemporary theme into this space, choosing to use modern elements, including Espresso quartersawn oak Crystal Cabinetry foating vanities that feature lighting underneath. She topped them with Ginger Caesarstone quartz and added a matching framed mirror. Ceramic tile – Statements One in a Cappuccino color – serves as a backsplash behind the sink and as wainscoting behind the toilet. It is complemented by Statements Atmosphere ceramic tile in the shower. Its subtle pattern and muted color play well against the classic subway look of the wainscot tiles, which take a contemporary turn with their elongated shapes and slightly arched surface. On the foor, Of utilized porcelain tile. The Pental Wow Summer tile re- sembles wood grain planking. To fnish the bathroom, Of added large, foating shelves across from the sink for linen storage. IN THE DETAILS The large island – nearly 5'x9' – ofers ample seating for six and includes plenty of storage as well as an undercounter wine cooler and microwave drawer. The island base is engineered wood veneer in Grey Oak. Its horizontal grain gives the space a contemporary vibe. TIE EVERYTHING TOGETHER The dining room is visible from the kitchen, and the homeowners wanted Of to bring both spaces together with a new design. As such, she utilized the same engineered veneer Gray Oak cabinets that were used in the island as a bank of cabinets in the dining room, topping them with a blue/green glass countertop. She also opened up the dining room space by trimming down one of the walls to a half wall, which showcases the cable stair railing that leads to the downstairs living space. "Now this area has become a focal point as you enter the house," Of says. FRAMED JEWELRY ARTWORK Serves as the base for the bathroom color scheme FLOATING VANITY Supports the contemporary theme PORCELAIN TILE FLOORING Resembles wood grain planking Photos: Brian DalBalcon Photography