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A Neo-Hippie Opens a Parisian Cafe

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Park Slope comes to Paris: The newly opened Folks and Sparrows features a Brooklyn vibe, with folk tunes playing in the background, bunches of wildflowers on the tables, and butcher-paper-wrapped sandwiches. Owner Franck lived in Brooklyn for a decade (hiking in the Adirondacks whenever he got the chance) before moving to Paris to open Folks and Sparrows in the North Marais. The Parisians are on board.

Folks and Sparrows in Paris | Remodelista

Above: Rough-hewn wood tables define the space. Photograph via Play Like a Girl.

Folks and Sparrows Paris | Remodelista

Above: Franck (left) and his partner, Quentin; the duo met in Lyon, where they worked in restaurants.

Folks and Sparrows in Paris | Remodelista

Above: A whitewashed stone wall. Photograph via Play Like a Girl.

Folks and Sparrows in Paris | Remodelista

Above: Baked goods on offer.

Folks and Sparrows Paris Cafe | Remodelista

Above: The shelves are stocked with Franck's favorites, sourced from around the world (including pickles from Brooklyn).

Folks and Sparrows Cafe Paris | Remodelista

Above: Butcher-paper-wrapped sandwiches.

Folks and Sparrows Cafe Paris | Remodelista

Above: A young patron enjoying the offerings.

Folks and Sparrows is at 14 Rue Saint Sebastien in the 11th Arrondissement.

For more of our Paris finds, including Clamato, the New Seafood Hotspot consult our City Guide. On Gardenista, learn 10 Garden Ideas to Steal from France.

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Remodeling 101: Where to Locate Electrical Outlets, Kitchen Edition

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Appliances, faucets, countertops, and cabinetry. The to-do list for a kitchen remodel is daunting. An often overlooked but crucial detail? Strategically placed electrical outlets that enhance the room's functionality and aesthetics. Here's what you need to ensure plentiful power in the kitchen.

N.B.: This is the third in our series of electrical outlet primers; scroll to the end for links to our posts on living room outlets and the latest flush-mounted wall outlets.

Julie Carlson Kitchen Black Outlets, Remodelista

Above: Black outlets are mounted horizontally on either side of the sink in Remodelista editor in chief Julie's kitchen, designed by architect Jerome Buttrick, a member of the Remodelista Architect/Designer Directory. Buttrick is a storage wizard; see his Great Advice for Kitchen Design. Photograph by Matthew Williams.

Know electrical code rules and restrictions

Step 1: Educate yourself about the requirements and restrictions defined by the International Residential Code, National Electrical Code (NEC), and any local codes. The good news is that the rules primarily focus on the minimum requirements for outlet placement (by number of feet between outlets and from corners, etc.). Those minimums may be exceeded, so you can generally add outlets when necessary.

Because of the prevalence of water and other cooking liquids, kitchens come with their own special electrical requirements, including, but not limited to:

  • GFCI (ground-fault circuit interrupter) outlets above countertop level to protect from electrocution
  • Dedicated outlets and circuits for major appliances
  • No installation of outlets in a face-up position on work surfaces or countertops
  • Outlet placement on kitchen islands and countertop peninsulas

GFCI Electrical Outlets, Remodelista

Above: GCFI outlets don't have to come with the standard red and blue "test" and "reset" buttons. Manufacturers such as Leviton (shown here) make GFCI outlets in solid colors to better blend in. The Leviton GFCI Black Receptacle is $12.70 at Amazon.

Assess your kitchen's electrical power needs 

Kitchens are power hungry and the placement of outlets is key for usability— form needs to follow function. Here are key questions to ask when considering placement.  

1. Where are your fixed appliances located?

These are the big-ticket items (refrigerators, cooktops, range hoods) that are not likely to migrate. Major appliances will require (by code) dedicated circuits. Small but still permanent appliances should have outlets installed at their packing spots (don't forget to add an outlet under the sink for a garbage disposal). 

2. What portable appliances will you use and where?

This may require more forethought than your fixed appliances. Think long and hard about where you'll use your small appliances and place outlets accordingly. Do you plan to store most appliances and bring them out for use? Are there some that will live on your countertop? Place outlets to keep cord exposure to a minimum. Speaking of cords, keep in mind that most small appliances have relatively short cords (18 inches or so).

KitchenAid Mixer on Counter, Remodelista  

Above: Certain appliances, like a shiny KitchenAid mixer, look great displayed on a countertop. For ease of use, place an outlet near its designated spot. Photograph by Nicole Franzen for Remodelista. 

3. Where do you stand and work at your kitchen counters? 

For new builds and gut renovations, here's where play acting comes in. Before you map out your outlet placement plan, walk around your kitchen and tape off the counter, island, sink, and appliance locations. Then think about where you're likely to be cook and use electric tools in the space. 

Bosco Ipad Stand, Remodelista

Above: For recipes, do you rely on a tablet (check out designer Andrea Ponti's Bosco Cutting Board and iPad Stand)? Will you need to plug it in? 

4. What are your lighting sources?

While freestanding lamps are not common in a kitchen, don't forget to consider lighting and switch placement. You need to be able to have good light where you work. 

Tolomeo Clip Light in Kitchen, Remodelista

Above: In a kitchen by Whiting Architects of Melbourne, a Tolomeo Clip Spot Light is powered by an outlet strategically placed in the box shelf. (Read about the two ways the light can be installed in Izabella's recent Design Sleuth.)

5. Do you like to play music or hang holiday lights in your kitchen?

Not all of us have wireless sound systems. In my old Seattle kitchen, our Tivoli radio sat on a shelf where we had an outlet installed just for it. And do you like to put up string lights or any other electric-powered decor in your kitchen for festivities? 

6. Do you plan to charge personal electronics in the kitchen?

Kitchens are popular as charging stations, especially for families with kids. Would it be handy to have outlets in the back of a drawer or a cupboard to power up phones overnight? 

Hulsta Kitchen Charging Drawer, Remodelista  

Above: A charging drawer in a kitchen by German company Hulsta.

Plan with aesthetics in mind 

So you've figured out the functionality of your kitchen outlets. It's also essential to think about what they're going to look like—and to select outlets that harmonize with your kitchen. Do you want to conceal, camouflage, or incorporate power outlets into the design?

Conceal

Hiding outlets doesn't have to be complicated, but it does require advance planning. Some helpful options include installing under-cabinet power strips, outlet garages, in-cabinet outlets, and recessed outlets placed behind appliances. 

Pulltab Architects White Street Kitchen, Remodelista

Above: This TriBeCa kitchen by Melissa Baker and Jon Handley of Pulltab Design appears to be void of outlets. "We used an aluminum-cased plug mold recessed into the bottom of the upper cabinets that runs parallel to the LED under-cabinet lighting," says Handley. "We don't place outlets in backsplashes as we feel they detract from the aesthetics." Photograph by Mikiko Kikuyama. To tour the whole duplex, go to The Architect Is In: A Skylight Like a Moon in Tribeca.

Henrybuilt Kitchen Concealed Outlet, Remodelista

Above: A concealed outlet garage in a Henrybuilt design.

Jennifer Weiss Architect Moraga Kitchen, Remodelista

Above: Outlets are cleverly concealed in this kitchen by architect Jennifer Weiss. Says Weiss, "We have a few tricks for hiding outlets, such as placing them on the side of the cabinets (at the end of the counter), or under the upper cabinets, or under a cantilevered countertop. We've even done a coffee-bean-grinder drawer. The messy grinds stay in the drawer until it's time to clean it." Photograph by Lucas Fladzinski, courtesy of J. Weiss Architecture. 

Camouflage

While people go to great lengths to hide outlets, there are also ways to make them much less noticeable. Laying outlets on the horizontal can minimize their profile. High or low placement pulls outlets out of the center of a backsplash and better integrates them into the design. Also there are flush outlets and pop-up outlets that are barely noticeable when not in use. 

Elizabeth Roberts Apartment Kitchen, Remodelista

Above: Outlets are placed on the horizontal, to run with the tiled backsplash and minimize visual disruption, in architect Elizabeth Roberts's compact guest kitchen. See chapter one of the Remodelista book and House Call: Elizabeth Roberts in Brooklyn for more. Photograph by Matthew Williams for Remodelista.

Dagmar Daley Kitchen, Remodelista

Above: White outlets are in practical locations—and without visual blight—in Dagmar Daley and Zak Conway's remodeled San Francisco Victorian. See more in the kitchen chapter of the Remodelista book. Photograph by Matthew Williams for Remodelista.

Kitchen Island Outlets, Remodelista

Above: Multi-outlet strips can be placed discreetly under counter overhangs and open shelving. Shown here, a handy outlet strip at the end of a kitchen island. Photograph via Leite's Culinaria.

Complement

Embracing the utility of modern electricity can be done in a way that works with and even enhances the design. 

McKenna Jinkens London Kitchen, Remodelista

Above: Nickel outlet covers are a nice finishing detail in Michelle McKenna's London kitchen. For a tour of the whole house, see The Power of Pastels: A London House Reimagined, and learn more about McKenna's multifaceted work at her site Space and Grace. Photograph by Emma Lee

White Tile Backsplash with black industrial socket, Remodelista

Above: A black industrial outlet is used as a contrasting design element in a kitchen with a wall of beveled subway tiles. (See our White Tile Pattern Glossary for more ways to use subway tile.) Photograph by Anna Kern for Skona Hem.

For more kitchen-specific outlet solutions, go to Remodeling 101: Pop-Out Outlets and Hidden Power in the Kitchen. Not remodeling soon? There are ways to reduce outlet blight. See 10 Easy Pieces: Switch Plate Covers and Switch Up Your Switch Plates for ideas. 

Read our other electrical outlet primers:

Remodeling 101: Where to Locate Electrical Outlets, Living Room Edition

Remodeling 101: Flush Electrical Outlets 

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Local Heroes: 14 Made-in-America Kitchen Classics

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We work hard to source our food locally, but what about the tools we use to prepare it? Here's our collection of all-American accessories that deserve a place in your kitchen.  

Vermont Handled Rolling Pins, Remodelista

Above: Despite all the advancements in kitchen equipment, the classic American-style wood rolling pin is still the baker's staple. We like hand-turned designs, such as the simple Shaker Rolling Pin (right), from Vermont Rolling Pins; $75 in maple. 

Jacob Bromwell Flour Sifter, Remodelista

Above: Another classic for bakers, the Jacob Bromwell All-American Flour Sifter offers tried-and-true sifting technology; $84.99. See more Pioneer Kitchenware from Jacob Bromwell—all made by hand in Indiana using old-fashioned metalworking techniques.

Best Manufacturing Whisk, Remodelista  

Above: If you inherited a whisk from your childhood kitchen, chances are that it came from Oregon's Best Manufacturing. Best Manufacturing's whips, as they call them, come with a lifetime warranty. They're made in an array of sizes and with wooden or stainless steel handles. The Best Manufacturing Professional 10-Inch Wood-Handled Balloon Whisk is $11.95 at Sur la Table. 

Lodge Cast Iron Pan, Remodelista  

Above: Our favorite purveyor of classic cast-iron pans is Lodge (it's the oldest family-run foundry in America), founded in the Appalachian Mountains of Tennessee by Joseph Lodge. Read Object Lessons: Lodge Cast Iron for the full story. Seasoned and ready to use, the Lodge Logic 10-Inch Skillet is $15.92 through Amazon.

Rada Pizza Cutter, Remodelista  

Above: Made in Iowa, the Rada Cutlery Stainless Steel Pizza Cutter has an aluminum handle (hand wash only), a super sharp and strong blade that cuts through the toughest of crusts (as well as pasta, cookies, and dough). It has a lifetime warranty; $10.95 from Kaufmann Mercantile.

John Boos Cutting Board, Remodelista  

Above: John Boos & Co. has been manufacturing high-quality wood cutting boards, butcher blocks, and countertops in Effingham, Illinois, since 1887. The John Boos 20-by-15-Inch Reversible Maple Cutting Board is a longtime best seller; $70.56 at Amazon. To extend the life of your board, give it a good oiling every three to four weeks with Food-Grade Mineral Oil from Brooklyn Slate Co.; $7.

Microplane Zester Grater, Remodelista

Above: A great culinary tool borrowed from the wood shop: the made-in-Arkansas Microplane Classic Zester Grater is as ideal for zesting a lemon as it is for grating Parmesan cheese. Mine is in use daily; $12.49 from Amazon.

Chemex Coffee Maker, Remodelista

Above: Invented in the US in 1941 by a German immigrant, the simple Chemex Coffeemaker is made from nonporous borosilicate glass and fastened with a wood collar and tie. It's beloved by purists because it brews coffee without imparting any flavors of its own; $48 for the eight-cup model (the Chemex One-Cup Coffeemaker is $42) at Schoolhouse Electric. 

Jacob Bromwell Colander, Remodelista  

Above: Jacob Bromwell (makers of the sifter shown above) has been manufacturing kitchenware since this country was a mere 22 states, it's the 34th-oldest owned-and-operated company in US. Pricey but meticulously made, the stainless steel Jacob Bromwell Legendary Colander costs $199.99.

Zeroll Ice Cream Scoop, Remodelista

Above: An American ice cream parlor fixture since its creation in the mid-1930s, the ingenious Zeroll Ice Cream Scoop is made in Ohio of corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy, which draws on the natural warmth of the hand to ease the scooping; $19.95 at Williams-Sonoma.

Fuller Dish Brush, Remodelista

Above: Synonymous with door-to-door sales, the Fuller Brush Company is still around (but no longer knocking). They've released a new collection of vintage-style brushes, including the Fuller Dish Brush with a wooden handle and stiff memory bristles; $14 at Restoration Hardware.

Best Can Opener, Remodelista

Above: A never-fail classic, the manual EZ Duz-It Can Opener of heavy-gauge chromed steel with carbon steel cutting blades is $9.95 at Williams-Sonoma.

Eena Work Apron, Remodelista

Above: Singled out in the Remodelista 100, the Eena Work Apron by Beckel Canvas Products of Portland, Oregon, is a hardworking basic that hides stains; $38 at Canoe.

Kitchen Aid Artisan 5 Quart Mixer | Remodelista

Above: An American kitchen-counter icon, the Kitchen-Aid Artisan Series Five-Quart Mixer is made in Greenville, Ohio; $324 from Amazon.

Ready to complete your all-American kitchen? We've rounded up 13 US-Made Appliances, from Ranges to Refrigerators and 7 Sources for American-Made Hardware.

What kitchen tools can you not live without? See 10 Easy Pieces: Editors' Essential Kitchen Tools for our list. 

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The White Album: 13 Favorite US Kitchens, High to Low

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A baker's dozen: a roundup of our favorite white kitchens, some at the high end and others budget renovations.

Ole Sondresen Kitchen in Brooklyn | Remodelista

Above: A kitchen renovation in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, by Ole Sondresen Architect.

Bunker Hill Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: A remodeled kitchen in Boston's South End by Bunker Workshop.

Medium Plenty San Francisco Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: Medium Plenty's Cow Hollow kitchen was a finalist in our recent Remodelista Considered Design Awards.

Annabelle Selldorf Brooklyn Kitchen Renovation | Remodelista

Above: An Annabelle Selldorf–remodeled kitchen in Brooklyn; see more at Rehab Diary: A Hardworking Brooklyn Kitchen by Annabelle Selldorf.

Haynes Roberts Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: A manor-worthy kitchen in the Hamptons by Haynes-Roberts, see more at Design Sleuth: Retro Icebox Hardware.

Hudson Milliner Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: A budget renovation in upstate New York; see Steal This Look: Hudson Milliner Kitchen in New York.

Urban Cowboy Kitchen in Brooklyn | Remodelista

Above: Another low-cost renovation; see more at Urban Cowboy: A Williamsburg Clubhouse for Nomads.

Barbara Bestor Kitchen in LA | Remodelista

Above: Abby Weintraub's kitchen by Barbara Bestor; see more at A New England Kitchen by Way of LA.

Paula Greif Kitchen in Brooklyn | Remodelista

Above: Paula Greif's kitchen in Brooklyn; see more at The Handmade Kitchen: Paula Greif in Brooklyn. Photograph by Anita Calero.

Beth Kirby Kitchen Remodel by Jersey Ice Cream | Remodelista

Above: Beth Kirby's kitchen remodel by Jersey Ice Cream Co.

Steven Harris Kitchen for Francesca Connolly | Remodelista

Above: Francesca's kitchen is a perennial favorite; see the whole project here. Also head over to Steal This Look: Brooklyn Heights Kitchen.

Simo Design Kitchen in Venice Beach | Remodelista

Above: Simo Design's remodel of an LA kitchen; see more at Rehab Diary: LA Living, Venice Style

Levenson McDavid Architects Kitchen in Brooklyn | Remodelista

Above: The former kitchen of J. Crew's Jenna Lyons continues to charm; see Steal This Look: Levenson McDavid in Brooklyn.

Looking for the perfect white paint? See 10 Easy Pieces: Architects' White Paint Picks.

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Old World Meets New World in the Napa Valley

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Stacia and Edwin Williams, the owners of Cairdean, a newly opened 58-acre winery just north of St. Helena, California, named their venture after the Scottish Gaelic word for "friends." So when the couple asked SF-based designer Nicole Hollis to design the interiors, she referenced their Scottish heritage in her design.

Her first order of business was to unify the collection of buildings (the property was formerly a shopping outlet), creating a restaurant, bakery, tasting room, and marketplace. Basing her design on the classic Scottish Highland estate concept, which traditionally included multiple structures on one property, Hollis came up with a design scheme—from Old World clubby in the tasting rooms and restaurant to New World rustic in the bakery and market—for each building, using a moody palette and natural materials such as rustic reclaimed wood, leather, and brass to create a unified look. For more information, go to Cairdean Estate.

Photography by Laure Joliet.

Cairdean Restaurant by Nicole Hollis | Remodelista

Above: The restaurant at Cairdean, The Farmer & the Fox, is a modern take on the traditional British gastropub.

The Farmer and the Fox Cairdean Nicole Hollis Photography Laure Joliet | Remodelista

Above: The custom oversize brass bell pendants suspended above the table are inspired by historic Gaelic bells and are updated with leather trim.

Farmer and the Fox in Napa | Remodelista

Above: Vintage plates adorn the walls.

Farmer and The Fox at Cairdean in Napa Valley photography by Laure Joliet | Remodelista

Above: White oak paneled walls are juxtaposed with dark leather banquettes upholstered in traditional Welsh blankets, providing color and warmth. The black pulley lighting was custom designed by Hollis.

The Farmer and the Fox Cairdean Nicole Hollis Photography Laure Joliet | Remodelista

Above: Hollis relied on rich elemental materials for the moody look of The Farmer & the Fox, including this brass-topped bar and the black-and-white checkered, honed marble floor.

The Farmer and the Fox Cairdean Nicole Hollis photography Laure Joliet Remodelista

Above: Custom banquette dining tables with leather banquettes.

The Farmer and the Fox Cairdean Nicole Hollis photography Laure Joliet Remodelista

Above: The Scottish theme continues in the bathroom, which is papered in thistle-pattern wallpaper from Timorous Beasties.

Cairdean Nicole Hollis photography Laure Joliet | Remodelista

Above: Seating on the terrace outside the restaurant.

The Market at  Cairdean Napa Valley photography Laure Joliet | Remodelista

Above: Butterscots bakery and sandwich shop features salvaged brick flooring with copper-topped tables. Dione Carston of Steed Fine Hoarding and Tack stocked the bakery and market with goods for the home. You can now find a wide selection of cookery books, select food items, and other kitchen tools, including Japanese FD Style Kitchenware and linens from Raw Materials. A larger retail store is scheduled to open later in the year.

The Market at Cairdean by Nicole Hollis photography by Laure Joliet-Remodelista.

Above: Oak shelving and white Carrara marble walls give the bakery a modern rustic look.

Tasting Room Cairdean Napa Valley | Remodelista

Above: In the main tasting room, Hollis designed the custom, multicolored ceramic tile and countertop by Concreteworks.

Tasting room at Cairdean in Napa Valley photography by Laure Joliet | Remodelista

Above: Hollis sourced the brass sconces above the custom shelving from Urban Archaeology.

Private tasting room at Cairdean in Napa Valley photography by Laure Joliet | Remodelista

Above: The private tasting room with French leather chairs and an alcove window seat. 

Cairdean Nicole Hollis photography Laure Joliet | Remodelista

Above: Lighting strung across the grass lawn at Cairdean, with Butterscots in the distance.  

For more work by Nicole Hollis, see her Sonoma Retreat, and for more on Dione Carston, see Steed Fine Hoarding and Tack. You can also check out our post on Carston's house: Tough Glamour: At Home with a Napa Valley Designer. And for another Napa Valley wine destination, visit The Sip Shoppe.

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Field + Supply: An Elevated Arts and Crafts Show in the Hudson Valley

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Save the date: On the weekend of October 11 and 12, on a farm field in High Falls, New York, interior designer Brad Ford is hosting an arts and crafts fair with "a modern, elevated approach." We'll be there—Brook Farm General Store will be selling our book—and so will a slew of our favorite designers, woodworkers, and artists, all selling their wares out of tents. 

Ford got the idea for the fair from the craft shows in his hometown of Russellville, Arkansas. "As a kid I loved that experience of being surrounded by so many creative people. It was very social. As an adult, I longed for that experience, and wanted to create a similar feeling but in a new, carefully curated context." Ford is a member of the Remodelista Architect/Designer Directory and we're longtime fans of his organic approach to interiors. Have a look at his own place in The Designer Is In: Brad Ford at Home in NYC.

Here are the Field + Supply specifics:

  • Dates and Times: October 11-12, Saturday, 11-6, and Sunday, 12-5
  • Location: The Black Barn, 4-8 Bruceville Road, High Falls, NY
  • Admission: $5 for adults, children under 12 free
  • On the menu: Southern barbecue from Brotherly Grub, Brooklyn Oyster Party oysters, báhn mí, Korean barbecue, and that's just a sampling.
  • More info: For directions, lodging, and other things to do in the area (apple picking and the Phoenicia Flea organized by the Graham & Co. hotel), go to Field + Supply. And follow the show's updates on Instagram and Facebook

Field + Supply maker's fair vendor montage | Remodelista

Above: The Field + Supply roster of vendors includes, clockwise from top L: D. Bryant Archie, Sawkille, A.B.K., and Apparatus Studio (shown here in a textile collaboration with Zak + Fox). 

Sawkille Millstream Bed in black walnut | Remodelista

Above: Among the show's highlights: new classic furniture by Sawkille of nearby Rhinebeck, New York.

BDDW ceramics | Remodelista

Above: BDDW ceramic tableware made by Tyler Hays.

Nesting tables by Materia Design | Remodelista

Above: Brass-detailed tables by emerging Upstate New York workshop Materia Design.

Wire art by Roger Stevens | Remodelista

Above: Wire sculptures large and small by artist Roger Stevens.

Jacob Bromwell copper flask from The Commons | Remodelista

Above: Copper flasks and other perfect gifts (including cutting boards by Joshua Vogel) from The Commons.

The Remodelista book

Above: Please stop by the Brook Farm General Store tent to say hello; we'll be there signing copies of our book and hoping to meet you.  

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The One-Month Makeover: Beth Kirby's Star-Is-Born Kitchen

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"A cast iron skillet and a camera" is Beth Kirby's moniker. But that only begins to touch upon what she does in her kitchen. Out of her decade-old, "generic little house built by a builder," in North Chattanooga, Tennessee, Beth works as photographer, stylist, writer, recipe developer, teacher, and blogger (see Local Milk). She needed a kitchen to match her tall job description but had no idea who could deliver all that she envisioned. Then Beth came across one of our posts about Percy Bright and Tara Mangini of Jersey Ice Cream Co., a full-service, design/construction team, and knew she had found her answer. 

Many emails and shared pinboards later—thanks to her photography, Beth is a Pinterest and Instagram sensation—she summoned them to Chattanooga. Vagabonds who go where their work is, the couple rented an Airbnb place nearby, and, in a matter of a month, the total transformation was complete: Beth's new kitchen is ready for its close-ups. 

Photography by Beth Kirby.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photographed by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: "The kitchen is always the heart of the home, but for Beth it's the heart of her everything. So we really wanted to hit this one out of the park," Tara says. "The space needed to have a sense of warmth but also be clean and very usable." The state-of-the-art range is a Lacanche Sully from France in ivory. 

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photographed by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: The room is set up to offer Beth a range of work surfaces and places to maneuver with her camera. It has enough space that she can hold classes and demonstrations; eating takes place in the dining room next door.

Prior to Jersey Ice Cream Co.'s arrival, Beth struck a deal with a relative of a relative: In exchange for removing the existing cabinets and stove, he could keep them, "and so nothing was just tossed," says Beth. At Percy and Tara's suggestion, the framework for the lower cabinets was preserved, and they used that as their skeleton. For budget reasons, the existing floor and fridge were also left in place, as was the dishwasher (but Beth ended up succumbing to a "virtually silent" Bosch). Just about everything else is Percy and Tara's own work, including the cabinet fronts, the island, and the Venetian plastered walls. Even the range hood is Venetian plastered. Self-taught design and construction savants who got their start remodeling Percy's former house in Philadelphia, the two are able to tackle just about any task. As Tara tells us, "We don't like to hire outside help because they almost never meet our standards."

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photographed by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Beth's wood-handled Pour-Over Kettle is from the Old Faithful Shop, in Vancouver, and her dish towels are by Fog Linen. She was able to buy her range at cost because Lacanche was well aware it would play a starring role in her photos and the cookbook that she's working on: "It can perform absolutely every task that I need it to and cook so many things simultaneously. It just makes the dance that is timing so simple when I'm cooking for large groups."

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photographed by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Built from scrap wood, the worktable is topped with the same honed Calacatta Velluto marble as the counters. Beth traveled to Walter Zanger, in Atlanta, to pick it out: "She knew she wanted marble. That was the first piece of the puzzle," says Tara. "We'd never worked with it before, and now we're obsessed." Beth adds: "With marble, you have to know what you're in for. It's not for Type A's. You have to decide that you want the story of your cooking etched in your counter." 

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photographed by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: The plastered hood is edged with barn wood. Open shelves line the wall between the stove and sink. The vintage-style pendant lights are Mini Schoolhouse Milk Glass Globes from Etsy seller Blue Moon Lights. Tara and Percy found the vintage copper cabinet pulls at salvage shop ReStore, in Philadelphia—"the exact right number," says Beth. 

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photographed by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Did we mention that Beth is a stylist? Her magnetic knife rack was made from an organ pipe by Peg and Awl of Philadelphia; read about them in our post Frontier-Style Goods for the 21st Century.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photographed by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Utensils are stored in a pitcher and cup by local ceramicist Trish Riley, who shows her work at Sweet Gum Co.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Most of the wooden spoons are from Sweet Gum Co., and the cutting boards are by third-generation woodworker Emily of Board & Bread, in Nashville. The black-and-white mugs are by Small Spells. The hanging wire basket came from a Chattanooga flea market: "I use it to keep fruit for easy snacking." 

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: "The ideal sink for me is neutral and classic, but not without style," says Beth, who went with Kohler's Whitehaven Self-Trimming Apron-Front Single Basin, which Tara purchased on Amazon. "I love the look of it, and for practicality's sake, I needed it big because I'm often wrangling large sheet pans and chopping blocks." 

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: The biggest game changer in the room? According to Tara, it's the multi-paned, wood-framed window that she and Percy hauled in their truck from an Atlanta salvage yard. It replaces what Beth describes as "a crappy small window that let in no light in and had a big crack." Tara and Percy lined the ceiling with inexpensive, premade beadboard (go to DIY Beadboard Ceilings to see another use of the panels).

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Percy integrated the big fridge into the whole by building cupboards around it.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Finding a faucet proved to be an unexpected challenge. "We weren't familiar with the insane wait times for so many faucets," Tara says, "and we only had a few weeks for the project." After scouring high-end online sources for days, she turned to eBay and found this vintage French brass and copper design. Beth says, "If I had been left on my own, I would have looked at thousands of faucets. Tara found the perfect one."

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: A sink still life. The dappled walls add depth to the light in the room. Percy learned how to do Venetian plastering from a stint working on the construction crew for Anthropologie stores.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Nice-looking and easy to stow away: a Foldable Dish Rack from West Elm.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Beth's photographs are often characterized by a moody, other-era look that hints of lurking spirits.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Enamelware and Duralex tumblers. Says Tara: "At some point we started thinking of the project in terms of creating a backdrop for Beth's work." 

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: The new window's wooden sill is an ideal perch for a pot of succulents. The small bottles are old inkwells.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: A handy vintage brass rack, a gift from Beth's aunt, serves as a catchall at one end of the island. The gray wall next to it is thatched plaster.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Another signature Beth Kirby arrangement. She uses a Canon 5D Mark III, which allows her to shoot in low light.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Open shelves and a driftwood rack line supply a place for storage and display. The Hammered Copper S Hooks are from Etsy seller Ruddle Cottage.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Beth got the driftwood at "a ramshackle Chattanooga store called Southeastern Salvage. I also used it for my dining room curtain rods." The hand-pinched cups and bowls are by Trish Riley. Tara created the wall's textured pattern by running over the wet plaster with a metal comb.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Wood, ceramic, and brass—the tea kettle is a souvenir from a trip to New Orleans.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: The amber jar is an Apothecary candle by Paddywax, a Tennessee company that Beth says makes earthy, subtle scents that she swears by as pick-me-ups.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: Stoppered Ceramic Bottles by Vitrified Studio are each stamped with the name of a spice and made to order for Beth. 

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: The gray wall ends in an open pantry.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: A tall-windowed space off the kitchen is just big enough for Beth's computer area. Percy built the desk frame from barn wood and paired it with old green drawers.

Beth Kirby of Local Milk kitchen by the Jersey Ice Cream Co., photograph by Beth Kirby | Remodelista

Above: To keep up with all of Beth Kirby's doings, including suppers, workshops, and a forthcoming styling and photography retreat in Venice, go to Local Milk and her just-launched site, Local Milk Retreats.

Before 

Before photo of Beth Kirby's kitchen

Above: A glimpse of the kitchen as it was. The speckled granite counters, fixtures, and upper cabinets all went to new homes.

Want to see more of Jersey Ice Cream Co.'s miraculous transformations? Take a look at Justine's Dream Kitchen for Under $3,000 and A Miracle in the Catskills, and go to Jersey Ice Cream Co. 

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11 Italian Kitchens, Dolce Vita Edition

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From the country that taught us how to make ourselves fully at home in the kitchen: 11 memorable designs—rustic, clean-lined, and effortless-looking combinations of the two.

Villa Chiesuola Kitchen in Italy | Remodelista

Above: The ultimate marble sink in a convent turned country house, restored by Marina Sinibaldi Benatti (who became an interior designer along the way); see La Dolce Vita: A Restored 17th-Century Convent Outside Milan.

Villa Lena Clarisse Demory Designer | Remodelista

Above: Understated ease in an apartment kitchen by Clarisse Demory at Villa Lena, a new hotel and artist retreat on a Tuscan estate.

Grooppo Kitchen in Savona, Italy | Remodelista

Above: Black-and-white meets mint in an inventive Savona, Italy, apartment by Grooppo; see Apartment Upgrade: A Different Tiled Floor in Every Room.

Farmhouse Kitchen Italy A2BC Architects | Remodelista

Above: Minimalist built-ins and a polished concrete floor meet an old stone wall in A Whitewashed Ligurian Farmhouse with a Splash of Color by A2BC Architects.

Catarina House in Florence by B Arch Studio | Remodelista

Above: A rustic-modern palette (and an intriguing black trunk) at Catarina House in Florence by Sabrina Bignami of B-Arch Studio. 

Dimore Studio Kitchen Milan | Remodelista

Above: A mix of eras surround a patinated metal island in a kitchen by Dimore Studio; see Ancient Meets Modern in a Milan Apartment.

Mantua Family House Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: Photographer Federica Bottoli and architect Vittorio Longheu's Family House in Mantua with exposed beams and a Prouvé Potence light near the streamlined sink.

Arturo Montanelli Architect Italian Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: Concrete, steel, and raw wood create a muted modernist vibe in architect Arturo Montanelli's Kitchen in Lecco.

Summer kitchen in Umbria from Elle Decoration | Remodelista

Above: A summer house in Umbria from Elle Decoration, spotted on The Style Files.

Kitchen in Puglia, Italy via Kinfolk | Remodelista

Above: A seaside kitchen in an old stone house in Puglia, from Kinfolk via The Style Files

schiffini black cinquetterre kitchen | remodelista

Above: The Cinqueterre, the first all-aluminum kitchen, designed in 2000 by architecture legend Vico Magistretti for Schiffini. Photograph via DesignSpace London

We've been spotlighting great kitchens around the world this week, including:

   • 10 Stellar Scandinavian Kitchens

   • 12 Favorite Kitchens in the UK

   • The White Album: 13 Favorite US Kitchens

   • 10 Fantastique French Kitchens

See the Ultimate Outdoor Kitchen—and how to re-create it—on Gardenista.

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DIY: Instant Pasta-Drying Rack

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Here's a brilliant idea for those who like to make their own pasta: a DIY pasta-drying system involving nothing more than a set of thin wooden dowels and an electric drill.

Such is the secret to Linda Scheibal's production of pasta in her small Napa Valley kitchen. The Calistoga, California, resident is on a mission to bring back the traditional art of making real pasta; she hand-cuts her own and air dries it in her kitchen. It was her husband, Tom, who hit upon the genius idea of drilling holes into the kitchen shelves and fitting them with wooden dowels, which are easily removed when the pasta has dried. Linda has gained a local following, so much so that a while back she launched her own line of pasta called Pasta Poetry.

Photography by Mimi Giboin for Remodelista.

Above: Linda makes 18-inch strips of parsley-flecked pappardelle, fettuccine, and capellini, which she hangs to dry.

Above: The wooden dowels are stored in a jar when not in use.

Above: Freshly rolled, hand-cut pasta is hung on the dowels.

Above: Linda inserts the dowels in the cabinet holes.

Above: Sliding the air-dried pasta off onto a baker's tray.

Above: The dowels are spaced far enough apart that the pasta doesn't touch.

Ready to whip up a batch of pasta? Read Meredith's chronicle about How to Make Tricolor Fresh Pasta and her 10-Minute Pasta Sauce with Radicchio and Gorgonzola—perfect with fresh pasta. Another easy kitchen DIY? How about an Herb-Drying Rack made from a metal hoop?

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran June 27, 2012, as part of our Farmhouse Style issue.

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Trending on Gardenista: How to Get Curb Appeal

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Now that it's fall, the Gardenista editors are sprucing up their front entries—for less than $100—and doing a lot of garden-to-table cooking. And we think they've discovered the perfect year-round outdoor furniture. 

Curb appeal entryway hooks | Gardenista

Above: "Every time you come home, the sight of your front door should give you the sort of euphoric endorphin rush that long-distance runners feel when they stop," says Michelle. How to get that? Michelle has 11 Tricks for Adding Instant Curb Appeal, and they're all easy and affordable.

Green Kitchen Travels book | Gardenista

Above: The new book Green Kitchen Travels from the founders of veggie food blog Green Kitchen Stories is this week's Required Reading. Also, Meredith has been cooking Gardenista's Favorite Easy Weeknight Recipes, and she's asking for more: Join the Gardenista Seasonal Recipe Contest—all great ideas welcome, including cocktails. 

Kim Hoyt Lincoln Place Garden | Gardenista

Above: The makeover moves into the backyard. Have a look at Five Before and After Garden Rehabs. This one, with its new stucco wall, replaced a weed patch.

Cast Concrete Table and Stool | Gardenista

Above: It doesn't warp, rot, stain, splinter, or sag. And you don't have to bring it indoors, even when it's freezing outside. This week's 10 Easy Pieces is all about the wonders of Concrete Outdoor Furniture.

Galvanized metal planter | Gardenista

Above: Here's a bit more curb (or counter) appeal: From galvanized tin to practical resin, The Best Window Boxes are explained and explored in Hardscaping 101.  

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7 High-Style Italian Kitchen Ranges

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Years ago I borrowed an Alfa Romeo from a friend and was loath to return it. I was smitten—not with the engine power (there was a lot), but with the tiny design details of the interior handles and knobs. I feel the very same way about Italian ranges; while they might fire up with gusto, it's the knobs and levers that have me enamored. They're well designed as opposed to being mere functional additions. Here's a roundup of some seriously good-looking Italian ovens.

Alpes Inox Kitchen Range | Remodelista

Above: Alpes Inox's stainless steel designs are on wheels; see Race-Car-Style Appliances for Compact Kitchens. US buyers can purchase directly from Alpes Inox (be warned that these pieces are pricey—the most compact electric oven with a five-burner gas cooktop is €6,695, approximately $8,840). For more information and prices, see Alpes Inox, and contact Mr. Passalacqua in the company's export department at commerciale@alpesinox.com

Bertazzoni Pro Series Range in Red | Remodelista

Above: The 30-inch Bertazzoni Professional Series X304GGVRO is a pro-style gas range with four sealed burners; $4,149 at AJ Madison.

Smeg 30-Inch Italian Cooktop at West Elm | Remodelista

Above: The Smeg 30-Inch Gas Range with five heavy-duty burners; $2,949 at West Elm. Also available in 24-inch and 36-inch sizes.

Verona Range from Italy | Remodelista

Above: The 36-Inch Verona Gas Single-Oven Range is made in Italy and features a 16,000-Btu power burner and an oven with a turbo electric convection fan and infrared broiler; prices start at $2,799 for the stainless model; it's also available in bisque, burgundy, matte black, and white for $3,549 from AJ Madison.

Bertazzoni Master Series 36 Pro-Style Gas Range

Above: The Bertazzoni Master 30 Gas Range features five sealed burners and is $3,199 on Amazon. If space is a constraint, the 24-inch Bertazzoni Professional Series X244GGV pro-style gas range with four sealed burners is $1,999 at AJ Madison.

Officine Gullo Kitchen Range | Remodelista

Above: The Officine Gullo Collezioni Range is custom made in Florence; visit Officine Gullo for more information.

Ilve Majestic Series Range from Italy | Remodelista

Above: The grande dame: A traditional-style dual-fuel range, the 60-inch Ilve Majestic Collection UM150FS has five semi-sealed burners and additional options such as defrost function and convection oven. Available in a choice of colors, it's shown here in stainless steel with chrome trim; $15,199 from Elite Appliance.

Living with a compact kitchen? See 10 Easy Pieces: Small Ranges with Big Performance and Five Favorites: Skinny Refrigerators.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on January 16, 2013, as part of our Roman Holiday issue.

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16 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials

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On my recent vacation in Italy, so many accessories caught my attention: an all-glass cooking pot that had me wide-eyed and wanting, tiny glass wine tumblers for pouring civilized quantities of red wine, and woven rattan serving trays too beautiful to try to describe. I wanted to lug all of them home with me. Instead, on return, I figured out where to source most of my finds from the US, priced from $12 to $200, and all made in Italy. 

That last point is no mean feat: Of late many venerable design houses have moved production to cheaper markets, making it hard to tell which—if any—of their products are still made in Italy. (Alessi, DeLonghi, and others are guilty of this.) But these 16 standouts are still all-Italian. I also should add that I got help on this roundup from my two best Italian friends. When I asked them to fill me in on kitchen essentials from home, they talked about Parmesan graters, espresso makers, and the all-important (but oddly absent in the US) mezzaluna. Read on—that, too, is easily attainable.

Marcato Atlas Pasta Maker, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: The Marcato Atlas Wellness 150 Pasta Maker is the gold standard of pasta machines both in Italy and abroad. It's the machine I used in Gardenista's Garden-to-Table Recipe: Colorful Fresh Pasta, and it's Christophe Lemaire partner Sarah-Lihn Tran's pick in Style Counsel: An Under-the-Radar Parisian Designer. The machine starts at $69.95 for the Hand-Cranked Version, available in eight colors on Amazon, and $169.95 for the Motorized Version.

Tuscan Bean Pot from Provisions, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: The Vulcania Italian Clay Bean Pot is made of Tuscan terracotta and holds six quarts of soup, sauce, or beans; available in red or brown for $158 at Provisions.

Bialetti Stovetop Espresso Maker, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: Ubiquitous in Italian kitchens: the Bialetti Moka Express Stovetop Espresso Maker. (So ubiquitous, in fact, that spare parts—handles, gaskets, funnels—are stocked at seemingly every corner market.) Here in the States, it's available in several sizes starting at one-cup capacity for $24.95 via Amazon.

Glass Cooking Pot, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: I spotted this pot at the Schiffini kitchens store in Milan, and it's been on my mind ever since. Made of borosilicate glass, the KnPro Pasta Pot is free of chemicals that can leech into food, and it's nonporous and nonreactive. It's a new product, and we're hoping it proves durable enough to become a classic. In the US, it's available at MoMA Store for $200. Italian online store OWO also offers it for €114.05.

Olivewood Bread Knife, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: The Consigli Olivewood Bread Knife has a serrated blade for making quick work of crusty Pugliese bread and a smooth olivewood handle; $199.95 from Williams-Sonoma. 

Stainless Steel Dish Draining Rack, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: In 10 Easy Pieces: Countertop Dish Drainers, we called this Stainless Steel Draining Rack "the Mercedes of dish racks." While most dish racks are chrome-plated, this one is solid stainless steel. It's designed and produced by German company Manufactum and made in Italy; €133 (US $169) from Manufactum. 

Above: I asked my friends about the preferred tool for grating Parmesan in the Italian home: flat grater, box grater, or grater with storage container? The answer was all three. An Italian-made grater is surprisingly hard to find online, but not impossible: This Guzzini Latina Multi-blade Grater is $22.94 at AllModern. (A less expensive alternative, the 10-inch Handled Grater, is $3.69 from Fante's.)

ABCT Pans, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: Ceramic cookware with clip-on detachable handles, ABCT Pans have an eco-friendly nonstick surface and can be used on the stove and as serving dishes. Thanks to their removable handles, they're easy to store, and they come with mahogany lids that double as hot pads; pans and woks start at €36.30 (US $46.29) at Dep Design Store. 

Wood-Handled Mezzaluna, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: My Italian friends wonder why these aren't found in every American kitchen. Used for chopping dinnertime staples like onions, garlic, and herbs, a stainless steel Mezzaluna Knife with Wood Handles is $23.39 via Amazon.

Olivewood Mixing Spoon, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: Olivewood kitchen spoons are a Mediterranean standard, and the unique grain of each makes it tempting to collect a stack. A 10-inch Italian Olive Wood Mixing Spoon is $11.99 at Overstock. 

Frabosk Simmer Dish, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: If you're cooking in glass or terracotta, consider using a heat diffuser, a tool we spotlighted in The Secret to an Italian-Style Simmer. The Frabosk Heat Diffuser Plate is made in Italy of brushed steel; $52.69 for the small size at Espresso Zone. 

Sabbatini Bread Cutting Board, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: This solid walnut Bread and Salami Serving Set comes with a linen bread basket. It has an inset cutting board, which, like the basket, is removable, making room for more aperitivo fare, such as cured meats and cheeses. Designed by Studio Brizzi+Riefenstahl and manufactured in Italy by Sabatti, the set is €189.55 (US $241.61) from the Dep Design Store of Como.

  Chop Chop Marble Cutting Board, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: The Chop Chop Chopping Board, designed by Danish company Hay, is made in Italy of Calacatta marble. It's available in two sizes, starting at €86 (US $110) at Connox. 

Italian Olivewood Steak Knives, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: The Italian Olive Wood Five-Inch Steak Knives Set is made in Maniago, in a region known for steel blade production since the 15th century. These particular knives are made by a company in business since 1912; $159 for a set of four at Kaufmann Mercantile.

Grey Ceramic Canister, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: Gray on White Splatterware Canisters are made of earthenware in the Pugliese region and are dishwasher safe. They're available in three sizes, starting at $55 at March, in San Francisco.

Tri-Color Broom, 17 Made-in-Italy Kitchen Essentials | Remodelista

Above: This Tricolor Broom is made of horsehair by a family-owned company. A beechwood handle and rubber bumpers make for a refreshingly plastic-free tool; $49.95 from Williams-Sonoma.

During our Kitchens Around the World week, we've been featuring essential kitchen tools from other European countries: See 12 Made-in-France Kitchen Essentials, 16 Favorite Accessories from the English Kitchen, 11 Scandi Kitchen Essentials, and 11 German-Made Kitchen Essentials.

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Current Obsessions: The Stars Align

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Take a look at what's on our radar this week.

Kirsten Dunst Kitchen Soho | Remodelista

Michelle Williams Brooklyn House | Remodelista

Heath Ceramics Winter Collection | Remodelista

Amanda Jane Jones: Instagrammer of the Week | Remodelista

  • Above: Pinterest Find of the Week: Graphic designer Amanda Jane Jones—she's the founding art director of Kinfolk—has a Stuff board and Spaces board that we're loving.
  • On Instagram, we like the looks of Field + Supply, a modern makers craft fair that we'll be at on October 11 and 12, in High Falls, New York.
  • Our friends at Freunde von Freunden are about to publish a pair of books featuring interviews and house tours with creative people around the world. Preorder a copy here

Catching up on Remodelista posts? This week we explored Kitchens Around the World and the editors at Gardenista celebrated the Harvest Moon

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Table of Contents: Belgian Masters

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Are you thinking of cloaking your rooms in austere grays paired with raw wood accents? Is a black steel range in your future? Then, like us, you're in the thrall of the Belgian minimalists. This week we're spotlighting new talents and celebrating the greats: Stay tuned for actress Julianne Moore's interview with architect Vincent Van Duysen.

Belgian Masters Issue Image, Courtesy of Dwell Magazine

Above: A chair and table by Michael Verheyden in his Genk, Belgium, home. See High/Low: Leather Sling Chair for his design of the moment. Photograph from A Clever Belgian Couple Renovate Their Aging Brick Home, courtesy of Dwell magazine.

Monday

Jos Devriendt in his Ghent studio photographed by Frederik Vercruysse | Remodelista

Above: An artist/designer with a cult following among Belgian creatives, Jos Devriendt, likes to "present simple solutions for rather complex problems." See his mushroom lamps and other work in today's Art & Decoration post. Photograph by Frederik Vercruysse.

Tuesday

Graanmarkt13 by Vincent Van Duysen | Remodelista

Above: Actress Julianne Moore is a fan of Belgian architect Vincent Van Duysen (we're on the bandwagon too), and she sat down with him at her kitchen table to discuss Belgian style; watch for their conversation in Tuesday's Ask the Expert column. And have a look at Moore's own Van Duysen–inspired kitchen remodel in Behind the Scenes: 5 Design Lessons from Julianne Moore

Wednesday

Zi cotton lamp from Artilleriet | Remodelista

Above: Linen-cloaked hanging shades filter light while doubling as sculpture. In this week's 10 Easy Pieces, Alexa presents our favorite examples, including DIY versions. Also on Tuesday, learn about Belgian linen and its many applications in Megan Wilson's Object Lesson.

Thursday

Vinyl Vinyl chairs by Zoe Bezencon and Luc Vincent for Serax of Belgium| Remodelista

Above: Great against gray: A Belgian duo's chairs in a compelling palette are the subject of Christine's Wednesday Furniture feature.

Friday

Provincie apt by Komaan! of Antwerp | Remodelista

Above: How to create a loft out of tiny apartment? Architecture firm Komaan! will offer some bright solutions in Friday's Small-Space Living column. Photograph by Lisa Van Damme.

Have a look at Gardenista—they're also learning from the Belgian masters this week.

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On Top of the World: A Belgian Antiquarian Designs a Penthouse in NYC

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Robert De Niro fell under the spell of Belgian design impresario Axel Vervoordt after discovering his work at the NYC Winter Antiques Show (others who have succumbed include Sting and Kanye West, as well as legions of deep-pocketed, under-the-radar patrons). So when De Niro was casting around for design ideas for his 2,800-square-foot penthouse suite perched atop New York's Greenwich Hotel (which he co-owns with Ira Drukier), he made the pilgrimage to Vervoordt's 12th-century castle near Antwerp to discuss the project.

The result is the several-years-in-the-making TriBeCa Penthouse, unveiled last spring, an apotheosis of the rough-yet-refined Belgian look that has captivated the design world in the last decade (Gary Friedman of Restoration Hardware, are you reading this?). Vervoordt and his team, in collaboration with Japanese architect Tatsuro Miki, have created a calming sanctuary based on the principles of wabi-sabi, using a refined palette of scavenged architectural elements, luxe textures, and muted colors. Breathe deep.

Photography via The Greenwich Hotel, unless otherwise noted.

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Roof Garden | Remodelista

Above: The penthouse suite, which floats atop the Greenwich Hotel on the corner of Greenwich Street and North Moore Street, is surrounded by a bi-level, 4,000-square-foot roof garden.

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Living Room | Remodelista

Above: In the living room, the fireplace is a focal point; the iron fire grate is fashioned from joist hangers that, in a previous life, served as the original structure of the Louvre, in Paris.

Greenwich Hotel Axel Vervoordt Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: The small chef's kitchen was constructed from reclaimed wood. Photograph by Francois Halard for the New York Times.

Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse Alex Vervoordt | Remodelista

Above: Vervoordt is adept at mixing primitive elements (a rough-hewn table) with luxe pieces (a green velvet chair).

Axel Vervoordt Greenwich Hotel Suite | Remodelista

Above: Original ceramics and vases by Japanese artisan Shiro Tsujimura are featured throughout the penthouse. Photograph by David Prince via Vanity Fair.

Axel Vervoordt Greenwich Hotel Living Room | Remodelista

Above: Vervoordt designed the drawing room, with its small oculus window, as a meditation space. The glass doors lead out to the gardens on the lower terrace.

Axel Vervoordt Greenwich Hotel Suite | Remodelista

Above: Throughout the penthouse, furniture is slipcovered in linen, a fabric that acquires character as it ages. Photograph by David Prince via Vanity Fair.

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Master Bedroom | Remodelista

Above: In the master bedroom, a 19th-century walnut tabletop is repurposed as a headboard.

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Black Bathtub | Remodelista

Above: A 17th-century stone water trough, weathered and smoothed by time serves as a soaking tub with a companion fireplace in the master bathroom.,

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Third Bedroom | Remodelista

Above: In the guest room, a sofa is made of two twin beds. The ceiling is lined with wood planks salvaged from the nearby Union Square Farmers' Market.

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Master Bathroom | Remodelista

Above: The two smaller bedrooms are connected by a bath.

Axel Vervoordt Greenwich Hotel Suite | Remodelista

Above: Light filters in through a Belgian linen window shade. Photograph by David Prince via Vanity Fair.

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Kids Room | Remodelista

Above: In the second bedroom, a display shelf is made of reclaimed wood and oxidizing metal.

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Hallway | Remodelista

Above: A two-story hall with atrium connects the downstairs living spaces. The skylight in the entry was assembled from reclaimed beams sourced from upstate New York.

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Roof Garden | Remodelista

Above: On the roof terrace, multiple seating and dining areas sit beneath wisteria-wrapped pergolas.

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Rooftop Garden | Remodelista

Above: Hanging lanterns in the shapes of gourds beside the spa pool were fashioned from the original copper roofing of the hotel building.

Axel Vervoodt, Greenwich Hotel Tribeca Penthouse, Roof Garden | Remodelista

Above: Lush greenery surrounds the penthouse.

Tribeca Penthouse Garden Axel Vervoordt | Remodelista

Above: A detail of the wabi-sabi garden.

In Required Reading, we recommend two books that explore and explain the underpinnings of wabi-sabi—Wabi Inspiration by Axel Vervoordt and Wabi-Sabi by Leonard Koren.

On Gardenista, visit a Hidden Japanese Garden.

The Greenwich Hotel is located in TriBeCa, in downtown NYC. 

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Jos Devriendt: The Insider's Belgian Designer

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Spotted in some of the most interesting Belgian interiors of late: simple vases, lamps, and other objects that resonate with the intensity of minimalist sculpture. They're the work of artist-designer Jos Devriendt, whose approach has been admiringly described as "reduced to the max."

Jos Devriendt in his Ghent studio photographed by Frederik Vercruysse | Remodelista

Above: Devriendt in his studio in Ghent, in East Flanders, Belgium. Photograph by Frederik Vercruysse.

Jos Devriendt ceramic vases Matin gallery LA | Remodelista

Above: Devriendt has a background in both ceramics and sculpture—he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts, in Ghent, among other places, and has had solo exhibitions in New York City, London, and Tokyo, as well as in Belgium. Most of his work is made by hand, such as these porcelain vases, but, on occasion, he designs what he calls "low tech" production pieces for small companies, such as lighting specialists Dark.

Jos Devriendt vase Matin Gallery LA | Remodelista

Above: Devriendt writes in his résumé that he sets out to "present simple solutions for rather complex problems." The full range of his work is represented in the US by Matin, in Los Angeles. Read about the gallery in our post At Home with LA's Stealth Stylemakers.

Jos Devriendt ceramic vase from Matin gallery LA | Remodelista

Above: A large porcelain vase from Matin.

Jos Devriendt Ghent studio photographed by Frederik Vercruysse | Remodelista

Above: A glimpse of Devriendt's ceramics workroom. Photograph by Frederik Vercruysse.

Galerie Sofie Lachaert Jos Devriendt light | Remodelista

Above: A Devriendt standing lamp at Galerie Sofie Lachaert, a gallery in Tielrode, Belgium, with its own B&B. See more in our post A Belgian B&B, Surrealism Included. Photograph by Danica Kus

Jos Devriendt Ghent studio photographed by Frederik Vercruysse | Remodelista

Above: Inspirational totems and art on a wall in Devriendt's studio. Photograph by Frederik Vercruysse.

Jos Devriendt mushroom lights Pierre Marie Giraud gallery | Remodelista

Above: Devriendt is also represented by the Pierre Marie Giraud Gallery, in Brussels, where he recently exhibited a large group of his mushroom lamps. Each is one of a kind. Notes Robert Odegard of Matin, they were "created during a 20-year study of the mushroom form, and they play sculpturally with light and dark, day and night."  To see the collection and inquire about prices, go to Pierre Marie Giraud.

Galerie Sofie Lachaert Jos Devriendt light | Remodelista

Above: A Devriendt wood standing lamp with a mushroom-like base at Galerie Sofie Lachaert. See more on Devriendt's website

For more art—and inspired ways to live with it—go to our Art & Decoration posts. Looking for ceramics? Browse hundreds of ideas in our Photo Gallery.

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Required Reading: Vintage Industrial

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There's a poetry to the spare, nothing-but-essential shapes of industrial modern furniture—which explains its popularity and proliferation of late. Forthcoming book Vintage Industrial reminds us that what is covetable today was originally designed for workers with a mandate that it be practical, affordable, and mass-produced.

Author Misha de Potestad and photographer Patrice Pascal—both longtime contributors to French Elle and Elle Decor—present a beautifully shot survey of designs made for factory and workshop between 1900 and 1950. Modern classics, from Navy chairs to Jieldé and Anglepoise lamps, are given their due—as are the names and stories behind desks, clocks, and lights you've likely seen countless times but know little about. 

Vintage Industrial will be out in mid-October; here's a preview.

Photographs of the book by Meredith Swinehart for Remodelista.

Cover of Vintage Industrial Book from Rizzoli | Remodelista

Above: The Paris apartment of Italian designer Paola Navone is featured on the cover of Vintage Industrial. Hovering over her dining table is an antique Holophane globe light, first used at the entrances to Paris metro stations at the turn of the 20th century. 

Vintage School Chairs from Vintage Industrial Book from Rizzoli | Remodelista

Above: At left, two versions of the the Mullca school chair designed by Gaston Cavaillon. On the right, Paris store Merci—a Remodelista favorite—uses vintage Mullca chairs for seating. (For more about Merci, see Giving Thanks: Paris's Most Exciting Shop Is Now Online.)

Tolix Stools and Chairs from Vintage Industrial Book from Rizzoli | Remodelista

Above: Three versions of Xavier Pauchard's Tolix stool and chair, from left: A Tolix stool stripped of its original paint; the Tolix Chair A, produced in 1934 and designed to be stackable; an earlier, not-yet-stackable incarnation from 1920. (Read about the latest from Tolix in our post A Classic Reimagined.)

Cabinets in Paola Navone's Apartment from Vintage Industrial Book from Rizzoli | Remodelista

Above: Designer Paola Navone uses vintage industrial drawers and a locker to store dishes and accessories in her Paris apartment. 

Vintage Anglepoise Lamp from Vintage Industrial Book from Rizzoli | Remodelista

Above: The Anglepoise was the world's first articulated lamp, designed in 1931. Like everything in this book, it was intended for industrial use but gained favor in the home. See several current versions of the Anglepoise in our Shop Section.

Vintage Red Lamp from Vintage Industrial Book from Rizzoli | Remodelista

Above: A vintage Gras lamp painted red by an owner along the way. The caption reads: "Each layer of paint and every scrape and ding bears witness to a hardworking past." 

Back Cover of Vintage Industrial Book from Rizzoli | Remodelista

Above: On the back cover: an antique dealer's restoration workshop with a Nicolle chair and stool, first produced in 1933 and discontinued in 1990.

Vintage Industrial will be published October 14. It's available for preorder on Amazon for $35.50.

Looking for more Required Reading? Take at look at Beautifully SmallDaily Rituals, and Living Life Beautifully

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DIY: The $15 Hardware Store Clamp Light Transformed

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With a minor tweak, a $10 lamp from the hardware store is personalized—by way of color choice—and elevated. It's our kind of DIY: affordable materials, a low time investment (it took me just a couple of hours), and an attractive result.

Photography by Alexa Hotz for Remodelista.

Materials

DIY Painted Hardware Store Clip Lamp | Remodelista

Instructions

DIY Painted Hardware Store Clip Lamp | Remodelista

Step 1: Remove all labels and clip off unwanted tags to prepare the light for painting.

DIY Painted Hardware Store Clip Lamp | Remodelista

Step 2: Remove the lampshade, paying close attention so that you can reassemble it later.

DIY Painted Hardware Store Clip Lamp | Remodelista

Step 3: In a well-ventilated area, spray the exterior of the lampshade with a coat of gray paint. Allow it to dry before adding a second coat.

DIY Painted Hardware Store Clip Lamp | Remodelista

Step 4: When the exterior is completely dry, flip the shade over and apply two coats to the inside.

DIY Painted Hardware Store Clip Lamp | Remodelista

Step 5: Reassemble the clamp light with the painted lampshade.

The Finished Look

DIY Painted Hardware Store Clip Lamp | Remodelista

Above: Here is a detail of the light in my own apartment.

DIY Painted Hardware Store Clip Lamp | Remodelista

Above: For a look at Justine's off-white version, see The Soulful Side of Old Cape Cod: Justine's Family Cottage.

Looking to make some quick lighting tweaks at home? Visit Design Sleuth: The Tolomeo Light Takes a Turn, DIY: Razor Clam Pendant Light, and A New $60 Lindsey Adelman Pendant Light.

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Steal This Look: A Luxe Belgian Living Room

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We've long admired the work of Belgian interior architects Daphné Daskal and Stéphanie Laperre (see Architect Visit: Daskal & Laperre in Brussels). M Residence, a standout project by the firm, has an elegant, pared-down living room that we'd like to re-create at home. Here's where to find the right chalky white paint, Belgian linen curtains, velvet throw pillows, and more.

Daskal & Laperre Living Room in Brussels | Remodelista

Above: The room, with grand entry and basket-weave-patterned floor, is a white canvas layered with rich neutral tones and textures. Photographs of M Residence in Brussels by Van Verlinde for Daskal & Laperre.

The Basics

Benjamin Moore Super White and Decorator's White Paint | Remodelista

Above: Benjamin Moore's Super White (left) and Decorator's White (right) are two favorites of architects. For more, see 10 Easy Pieces: Architect's White Paint Picks.

Orkney Curtain from Rough Linen | Remodelista

Above: Rough Linen's Curtains—available in Smooth or Orkney linen—are $150 and $160, respectively.

Furniture

Verellen Charlotte Slipcovered Sofa | Remodelista

Above: The Verellen Charlotte Sofa is made in the US and has Belgian linen upholstery or the option of a slipcover; contact Hudson for pricing and availability. For more ideas, see 10 Easy Pieces: Linen-Slipcovered Sofas.

West Elm Box Frame Coffee Table | Remodelista

Above: West Elm's Box Frame Coffee Table has a mango-wood top and a steel frame; $349.

Restoration Hardware Belgian Classic Armchair with Slipcover | Remodelista

Above: Restoration Hardware's Belgian Classic Shelter Arm Slipcovered Swivel Chair is available in mocha and cafe brown shades similar to the chairs that Daskal & Laperre selected; prices start at $1,695.

Lighting

David Bowles for Original BTC Coach Wall Light | Remodelista

Above: Designed by Peter Bowles for Original BTC, the Coach Wall Light is $370 at Design Within Reach.

David Iatesta Bridge Floor Lamp from Dering Hall | Remodelista

Above: The Bridge Floor Lamp by David Iatesta has a base made of limed walnut; prices available on request at Dering Hall.

Accessories

Kirsten Hecktermann Velvet Pillows | Remodelista

Above: Hand-dyed Velvet Cushions come in an array of subtle hues from designer Kristen Hecktermann; £48 each (US $78). For more, see our post The Simple Elegance of Kristen Hecktermann

Turkish Kilim Rug Cushion | Remodelista

Above: Source a Turkish kilim floor cushion like this Kilim Kidney Pillow for $157.50 at Rummage in the US, and at Kuhfelle Online in Germany.

Ben Wolff Milton Plant Pot | Remodelista

Above: Handmade in Connecticut by ceramic artist Ben Wolff, the Milton Pot No. 44 measures seven by seven inches and is made from his signature mixture of black clay; $44 at GRDN or from Ben Wolff directly.

Match Pewter Candlesticks | Remodelista

Above: From Nickey Kehoe in LA, a Large Match Pewter Candlestick from the north of Italy is $165. Shorter Match Pewter Candlesticks are $135 for a pair.

Have your eyes on a parquet floor? See Remodeling 101: Wood Flooring Patterns. For one of our favorite Antwerp design stores, see our post The Ultimate High/Low Housewares Shop, Belgian Edition, and for a garden to copy, visit Steal This Look: The Spirit of Provence in a Walled Belgian Garden.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on December 8, 2009, as part of our Contemporary Elegance issue.

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5 Favorites: Modern Leather Sling Chairs

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Is Belgian designer Michael Verheyden's G55 leather sling lounger the "it" chair of the moment? We think so. Here it is, along with some strikingly similar options (including a reissue of Vernon Panton's Bachelor Chair, designed in 1955).

Michael Verheyden Leather Sling Chair | Remodelista

Above: A G55 leather sling chair by Michael Verheyden in his Genk, Belgium, home, where he lives with wife and design partner Saartje Verecke. Photograph by Tim Van de Velde via Dwell.

Michael Verheyden Sling Chair | Remodelista

Above: The Michael Verheyden G55 leather sling chair is made by hand by Verheyden and Verecke in their Genk studio. Price upon request; go to Michael Verheyden for information.

Roost Arlo Leather Sling Chair | Remodelista

Above: The Arlo Sling Chair from Roost is $990 from Heaven's Gate Home and Garden.

Sit and Read Chair | Remodelista

Above: Designed by Kyle Garner for Sit and Read of Brooklyn, the Sling Chair is $1,450 and is available with a vintage overdyed carpet sling, an outdoor canvas sling, or a hand-tanned leather sling (shown here).

Panton Bachelor Chair | Remodelista

Above: Designed by Verner Panton in 1955, the Bachelor Chair was inspired by Dutch designer Gerrit Rietveld's Beugel Stoel Vintage Bachelor Chairs, and can be found on 1st Dibs; prices start at around $1,000. Photograph via Art Broker Design.

Panton Bachelor Chair Linen | Remodelista

Above: Danish company Montana Mobler recently reissued Panton's Bachelor Chair; it's available with a linen canvas cover or an acrylic indoor/outdoor fabric for $599 from the Danish Design Store.

See more of our 5 Favorites design discoveries, including 5 Scandi Classics; Marble Bath Shelves; Display-Worthy Clothes Hangers, and, on Gardenista, Fermob for Less.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on August 21, 2014, as part of our Summer Cottage issue.

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