Visitors to the 2023 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas were sure to be blown away by the show-stopping tableware created by Kurt Bielawski of MORE Design + Build. Once a relic, these workhorse kitchen secondary spaces are now appearing more frequently in homes, providing additional storage and prep space for the unsightly (but necessary) tasks of cooking and entertaining. It offers. Dishwashers range from luxurious butler's pantries and bars to full-fledged working kitchens, but most dishwashers go beyond simple storage and serving functions to facilitate food preparation and cleanup. Masu. Of course, this is Dallas, so we're not happy with these functional spaces being left with lackluster materials. See how four local experts designed these practical rooms with smart choices and style.
restore the shine
While there are times when a dramatic departure is welcome, there are times when coming together is the right approach. Take this gorgeous kitchen cabinet, for example. cameron drinkwater Cameron Drinkwater's interior is designed to feel like an extension of the adjacent dining room. Incorporating features such as marble countertops, glass-fronted cabinetry, and lacquered finishes, the designers ensured that the space was both practical and beautiful. “These small spaces are the perfect place to express your personality and make a statement,” says Drinkwater. “Small rooms like this can be both functional and fun.”
I understand now…
Despite its Zen-like exterior, this scullery has amazing things going on behind the scenes. “The main function of this space is discreet storage,” he explains. Erin Sander Researchers at Erin Sander Design noted that factories hide customers' coffee makers, refrigerators, and microwaves. “This second kitchen is used daily as an extension of several functions of the homeowner's main kitchen.” To achieve a “visually quiet” aesthetic goal, Sander designed glass-fronted cabinets. was not selected. “The main kitchen has a lot of dynamic moments, and there's also an open wine display, so this space is meant to be the opposite and the definition” in terms of practicality. ”
Go big or go bold?
When an architect and designer client was tasked with adding a second kitchen to their existing home, eddie maestri Maestri Studio kept the purpose of the room at the forefront. “We worked with the client to assess what the space would actually be used for,” he says. They decided that a connector that connects the kitchen to the dining room and features floating shelves to store barware and liquor for easy entertaining would be the best fit for their client. “The small space, visible from the light-filled kitchen and dining room, was a great opportunity to create a bold, moody feel,” says Maestri. “Don't be afraid to make a big visual impact in a small space.”
Old world, new tricks
Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas Participants Kurt Bilawski The guys at MORE Design + Build ambitiously chose to add an adjacent space to their kitchen project: a cozy cupboard. “It's essentially a dirty kitchen,” says Bilawski, noting that more and more of his clients are seeking such spaces. “We can also use it for catering during events, or if you're a good cook, we can ask you to use it as a kitchen for baking and baking bread.” Love for Old English Houses in the Cotswolds Inspired by , Bielawski brought the room's look to life through patina details, including stone floor tiles arranged in an intricate pattern inspired by history. A storage section made to resemble an antique French pharmacy cabinet. and aging hardware.
