Six months ago my parents began a renovation of their main floor kitchen, laundry room, and powder room. You may have read about the progress here and here. I’m happy to report that the kitchen is (almost) complete. Here are five views of their new space.
What’s left to do? Well, my parents are currently dealing with a kitchen table DIY and the hunt is back on for the perfect set of chairs. It’s almost the end!
Custom kitchen by Parada Kitchens. Photos by Brunida Kaso.
Way back in February my parents began a major renovation of their main floor. They tore out the floor, the powder room, the laundry room, the kitchen, and the family room. And then they put it back together again (with the help of a few very talented people). I’m happy to report that the renovation is almost – almost – done! And it is gorgeous (I’m not just saying that because it’s white, either). Here is a sneak peek of some of the details.
kitchen cabinets (wood with dovetail construction) – Parada Kitchens
kitchen cabinets – Parada Kitchens; Wolf stove ready to be assembled; counter ready to be installed
Sub-Zero fridge – ready to be unpeeled
a sweet vintage crystal chandelier (you won’t believe the deal my mom got on this one!)
fireplace mantel with carrera marble surround
fireplace mantel detail
Note: If you’re in the Toronto area and you’re looking for a kitchen cabinet maker my parents definitely recommend Parada Kitchens. My mom, who is very particular about quality, craftsmanship, work ethic and design (among other things – sorry Mom but it’s true), was quite impressed with Parada. (And no – they did not get a deal on their kitchen because I just wrote all of this.)
Photos by me.
A chef’s hat? Is it worth the $7 or not?
chef’s hat, $6.99, Target
It’s not like it’s ever been out of style! The chef’s hat, or toque, is a classic shape that has worked since the 16th century. Did you know that the height of the hat can sometimes indicate the rank of the chef within the kitchen? And did you also know that the 100 folds that are supposed to be in the hat are said to represent the numerous ways that a chef knows how to cook an egg?
Read more about the chef’s hat here.
Do you notice any similarities among the following five kitchens?
via House of Bliss
via House of Bliss
via Enchanted Home
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via The Kitchn
Well, yes, they’re white…of course they’re white! But did you also notice the crystal chandelier in each of the spaces? What do you think about adding a bit of crystal in the kitchen?
Sweet egg cups for Easter or for any time of year!
egg cup, $3.12, West Elm