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14 Integrated Marble Kitchen Sinks

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There's something inherently luxurious about an integrated sink (no grime-filled seams to agonize over), especially when carved from marble. Here are 14 covetable examples.

Holland Gardens Obumex Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: An integrated marble sink in a kitchen by Belgian company Obumex.

Belgian Marble Sink | Remodelista

Above: Il Granito in Belgium created a carved marble double sink for the VDL villa.

Joseph Dirand Marble Kitchen Sink | Remodelista

Above: A dramatically veined marble counter with an integrated sink in the Paris kitchen of Joseph Dirand. Photograph by Simon Watson for the New York Times.

Joseph Dirand Marble Kitchen for Obumex | Remodelista

Above: Dirand's kitchen design for Obumex, on view at the Paris showroom.

Nicolas Schuybroek Marble Sink | Remodelista

Above: An integrated Carrara marble sink in the JR Loft in Brussels by Nicolas Schuybroek.

DM Residence Marble Sink Vincent Van Duysen | Remodelista

Above: A polished marble sink in the DM Residence by Vincent Van Duysen.

Elizabeth Roberts Marble Sink Considered Design Awards | Remodelista

Above: A marble sink in the Crosby Street Loft by Elizabeth Roberts of Ensemble Architecture (the project was a finalist in our 2014 Remodelista Considered Design Awards).

Obumex Kitchen with Marble Sink | Remodelista

Above: An integrated Carrara marble sink in a kitchen by Belgian company Obumex.

Henry Timi Marble Sink | Remodelista

Above: A carved sink in a kitchen project by Italian designer Henry Timi.

Carved Integrated Marble Sink | Remodelista

Above: An integrated double sink in the Oco Kitchen system by Italian company Vaselli.

Joseph Dirand Marble Basin | Remodelista

Above: A minimalist marble sink in a Paris apartment by Joseph Dirand.

Boffi Carrara Marble Sink | Remodelista

Above: An inset marble sink with marble stopper by Italian kitchen makers Boffi.

Vincent Van Duysen Antwerp Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: An integrated Carrara marble sink by Vincent Van Duysen.

Claudio Silvestrin Marble Sink | Remodelista

Above: A Carrara marble sink in the London kitchen of Italian architect Claudio Silvestrin.  

Investigate more possibilities by perusing our Kitchen Sink posts, including:

 

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Steal This Look: The Ultimate Chef's Kitchen in Brooklyn

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Yesterday, we toured the Brooklyn townhouse that architect Elizabeth Roberts of Elizabeth Roberts Design/Ensemble Architecture reinvented as a Greenhouse for Living. Today, we're dissecting its rustic-luxe kitchen tailored for a couple who love to cook.

Kitchen photography by Dustin Aksland.

Elizabeth Roberts Fort Greene Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: Owners Allison Freedman Weisberg and Peter Barker-Huelster requested a cozy yet spacious kitchen: "They showed us pictures of rooms with wooden beams, fireplaces, and mixed vintage cabinets," says Roberts, who responded by exposing the room's rafters and creating what she calls "an expanded galley layout." Shown here, the main work area with farmhouse sink, concrete counters, and open shelves.

Elizabeth Roberts Fort Greene Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: The range anchors a long work area with a prep sink. "Hidden in the tall cabinet is an appliance 'garage' with a microwave, standing mixer, coffeemaker, and all the small appliances," says Roberts. The wall tiles around the hood are Global Collection white porcelain from Town & Country Surfaces.

Elizabeth Roberts Fort Greene Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: The Shaker-style cabinetry was custom-made by Wood Mode. "Wood Mode rep Les Craig of Craig Design in Hudson, New York, worked with us to get the look we were after," says Roberts. "We ordered unfinished maple inset-type cabinets in Wood Mode's Sturbridge door style." The floor is tumbled black limestone with tumbled white Carrara marble inserts by Lapicida

Elizabeth Roberts Fort Greene Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: One of the kitchen's most covetable features is its custom, wood-fired grill from Grillworks, a Grillworks Architectural 36 model that allows for year-round indoor barbecuing. (The niche below is for firewood.) This section of the kitchen adjoins the dining room and the butcher-block-topped counter is used as a serving area. The glass-fronted cabinets are filled with tableware and the drawers hold linens.

The Essentials

Perrin & Rowe 4192  Ionian two-hole sink mixer with crosshead handles | Remodelista

Above: The Ionian Deck-Mounted Gooseneck Faucet by Perrin & Row is £328 ($491.66), marked down from £386.24 ($376) from Just Perrin.

Shaw's Original 3018 Fireclay Apron Front Sink | Remodelista

Above: Shaw's Original 3018 Fireclay Apron Sink is $1,241.25 from Homeclick. For more options, see 10 Easy Pieces: Farmhouse Sinks.

Newport Brass Chesterfield 948 Pot Filler | Remodelista

Above: The faucet over the range is a Newport Brass Chesterfield 948 Pot Filler available in a range of finishes; $490 from Newport Brass. Roberts used polished nickel; polished chrome is shown here.

We consider pot fillers the ultimate kitchen luxury; read Michelle's Domestic Dispatch: Why Your Kitchen Needs a Pot Filler Faucet and see 10 Easy Pieces: Pot Filler Faucets.

concrete countertop from Squak | Remodelista

Above: The work area's concrete counters were custom fabricated by the Concrete Shop of Passaic, New Jersey. Considering your own concrete counters? Get the lowdown in Remodeling 101: Concrete Kitchen Countertops.

John Boos Cherry Butcher Block | Remodelista

Above: The serving area counter is Cherry Butcher Block from John Boos; prices start at $214. See more options in Remodeling 101: Butcher Block Countertops 

Benjamin Moore Newport Green | Remodelista

Above: The kitchen's custom Wood Mode cabinets are painted Benjamin Moore Newport Green.

Schoolhouse Electric Knob | Remodelista

Above: The 1.25-inch solid brass Kate Knob is available in three finishes; $7 from Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co. 

Appliances

Above: The range is a 36-inch Blue Star Residential Culinary Series; for dealers and a price quote, contact Blue Star. The hood is a Stainless Steel Built-In Range Hood with an external blower from Best. "The external blower is important," Roberts says. "It's more powerful and much quieter—almost silent when it's on."

Liebherr CS2 062 refrigerator | Remodelista

Above: The fridge is a 36-inch Liebherr CS2 062, a French-door design with two freezer drawers; $5,759 at AJ Madison,

Bosch Dishwasher from Best Buy | Remodelista

Above: The Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher with controls concealed in the door top is $849.60 at AJ Madison. For tips on the right model for you, see Remodeling 101: How to Select a Dishwasher.

Lighting

Jielde 1 arm wall sconce | Remodelista

Above: Lighting over the sink is supplied by the Jielde Signal One-Arm Wall Sconce, which comes in 24 colors and finishes; $387 at Horne.

Accessories

Edward Wohl Bird's Eye Maple Cutting Board | Remodelista

Above: An Ed Wohl Bird's Eye Maple Board, 7.5 inches wide and 15.5 inches long, is $86 at A+R Store. 

  Black Serpentine Bowl from Michele Varian NYC | Remodelista

Above: The couple's black ceramics are from Michele Varian; Black Serpentine Bowls, six inches in diameter, are $35 each. 

Peugeot Red Lacquer Pepper Mill | Remodelista

Above: The Peugeot Red Lacquer Pepper Mill is $57.90 from Bluefy. Yes, it's made by the car company. See more Peugeot designs in 10 Easy Pieces: Salt and Pepper Mills from Around the World

Blackcreek sugar maple salad bowl | Remodelista

Above: Blackcreek Mercantile's hand-turned Maple Salad Bowl is $300 from Wilson & Willy's. 

Milton Brook Ceramic Mortar and Pestle | Remodelista

Above: A UK classic that we selected for the Remodelista 100, the Milton Brook Ceramic Mortar and Pestle is $38 at Canoe.

Tour the rest of the town house in Indoor/Outdoor Living, Brooklyn Style

Go to our Steal This Look for more kitchen designs to replicate, including A Star London Chef's Kitchen.

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Trend Alert: 10 Splatter Patterns

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Spotted all over of late: black-and-white splatter patterns on wallpaper, sheets, tableware, even lampshades. 

Black Enamel Spatterware Merci in Paris | Remodelista

Above: Merci in Paris is doing brisk business with their splatter enamelware from US manufacturer Crow Canyon; shown above, a display from Merci's pop-up shop at Salone Mobile in Milan last spring. 

Splatter Light and Bowl | Remodelista

Above L: The made-to-order Flying Scotsman Gray Marble English Ceramic Light from Dyke & Dean is £570 ($860.79). Above R: A set of Five Graniteware Nesting Bowls from Barn Light Electric is $130 (see more at Colorful Enamelware Made in the US).

Justine Hand Cape Cod Splatter Paint Floors | Remodelista

Above: Justine Hand's splatter-painted floors. For more, see DIY: New England Spatter-Painted Floors and The Soulful Side of Old Cape Cod. Emma Bridgewater for Liberty of London Splatterware | Remodelista

Above L and R: Emma Bridgewater limited-edition splatterware pieces in black and white for Liberty in London. For something similar, consider Emma Bridgewater's Splatterware Mug for £19.95 ($30) and Splatterware Plate in blue for £19.95 ($30).

Galaxy Kate Spade Sheets | Remodelista

Above: Kate Spade Saturday Galaxy Bedsheet Sets are on sale at West Elm; a queen set is $79, marked down from $99.

Helen Levi Splatterware Salt Shaker | Remodelista

Above: A set of Mini Mug Salt and Pepper Shakers by Brooklyn ceramicist Helen Levi is $90.

March SF Splatter Painted Platter | Remodelista

Above: March in SF offers a line of handmade glazed, splattered terracotta from a family-run workshop in Puglia; the Black on White 20.75-Inch Splatterware Platter is $225 (see more at Now Serving: Splatterware Ceramics from Italy).

Splatter Painted Fabrics and Wallpaper | Remodelista

Above L: Ralph Lauren's Painters Studio Kraft wallcovering. Above R: Pierre Frey's Jackson Pollock–inspired Leo linen fabric.

Hinson Spatter Paint Wallpaper | Remodelista

Above: Hinson's Navy on White Splatter Wallpaper is available through Decorators Best. Photograph via Eddie Ross.

Labour and Wait Marbled Tableware | Remodelista

Above L: Marbled Enamel Dinner Plate Navy; £8.50 ($12.84): Above R: Marbled Enamel Mug Navy; £7 ($10.57) from Labour and Wait.

What's next? Take a look at our Trend Alerts, including The Top 15 Interiors Trends of 2015.

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Dine and Recline: The Talbot Inn in Somerset

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Tradition meets state-of-the-art hospitality at the Talbot Inn in Somerset: fish-and-chips, venison stew, and ale on tap, plus Egyptian cotton sheets, handmade soap, and Siberian goose down duvets. A venture of hotelier Nick Jones of Soho House fame, The Talbot is located in the village of Mells in Somerset, two hours from London by train. Once a traditional coaching inn for horse-powered travelers, it's now a gastronomic destination with two restaurants and eight bedrooms for overnight guests. 

The inn earned a 2015 Bib Gourmand award, which Michelin presents to restaurants offering exceptional food at modest prices. The pub serves top-notch versions of English staples such as savory pies and beer from local breweries Butcombe and Keystone in addition to its own Talbot Ale. The grill room, open on weekends, serves fish and meat cooked simply over fire—“the way country inns cooked hundreds of years ago." 

The best part? The Talbot's moderate prices: Rooms start at £95 ($143.47) year-round, hearty breakfast included. For more information, visit the Talbot Inn

Talbot Inn in Somerset | Remodelista

Above: The Talbot is down to earth (despite the fact that it hosted the Rolling Stones' entourage for a concert two autumns ago); village locals and overnight guests are equally welcome, and no weddings are allowed—they're too disruptive to the everyday ebb and flow.  

The Talbot Inn in Somerset | Remodelista

Above: What is now the inn's sitting room was a "tythe barn"—storage for regional agricultural taxes—500 years ago. The wall mural depicts the history of Mells—from Neolithic tombs to medieval castles to the country homes of architect Edward Lutyens. One part shows fairy tale characters including Little Jack Horner—purportedly the ancestor of Mells's notable Horner family—who according to legend plucked out the title to Mells Manor from a pie intended for Henry VIII.  

The Talbot Inn in Somerset | Remodelista

Above: Each of the inn's eight bedrooms has Egyptian cotton sheets, Siberian goose down duvets, and vintage Welsh blankets. Artwork in the bedrooms and hallways is by local Mells artists. 

Talbot Inn in Somerset | Remodelista

Above: Small luxuries include sheepskin rugs and comfy chairs in the bath.

The Talbot Inn in Somerset | Remodelista

Above: Floors are covered in aromatic seagrass matting.

Talbot Inn in Somerset | Remodelista

Above: Soaking tubs and wool-covered water bottles. 

The Talbot Inn in Somerset | Remodelista

Above: The Talbot produces its own line of handmade, all-natural bath products called Bramley, available for purchase online. 

The Talbot Inn in Somerset | Remodelista

Above: Behind the pub, a cobblestone courtyard sports cafe tables and even umbrellas for the occasional sunny day in Somerset. Guests and locals alike can play pétanque on the nearby court.

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10 Easy Pieces: Marble-Top Dining Tables

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There's something very pleasing about marble paired with wood; these 10 tables are rustic yet refined, sturdy yet elegant.

Bethan Gray Carrara Marble Table | Remodelista

Above: The Carve Table from Welsh designer Bethan Gray (a Tom Dixon protégé) has a white Carrara marble top and solid maple base with turned legs; contact her directly for ordering information.

Henry Wilson Marble Table | Remodelista

Above: The A-Joint Table can be ordered with either polished aluminum or bronze A-joints and with a custom marble top; for information, go to Henry Wilson in Australia.

Retegui Marble Topped Table | Remodelista

Above: The Arin Table from French marble company Retegui has a wafer-thin Carrara marble top made possible via precision milling and bonding techniques. Go to Retegui for dealer information.

Design Within Reach Mapp Table | Remodelista

Above: The large Mapp Table, designed by Vincent Chia for Air Division, is available with a black walnut frame (shown here) or a white-painted maple or white oak frame with a Carrara marble top; $3,510 from Design Within Reach.

 

Conran Wardour Mable Table | Remodelista

Above: Conran's 275-centimeter (9-foot) wide Wardour Carrara Marble Top Dining Table with a white oiled solid oak base is currently on sale for £5,000 ($7,582), marked down from £6,250.

Marble Topped Dining Table Crate Barrel | Remodelista

Above: The 72-by-42-inch Marble Top/Elm Base Dining Table from Crate & Barrel is $1,719 (other sizes available as well).

Marble Table Wood Base John Lewis | Remodelista

Above: The six-seater, 110-centimeter Rectangular Table has a Carrara marble top; £275 ($417) from John Lewis.

Heerenhuis Marble-Topped Dining Table | Remodelista

Above: The Finisterre Marble Oak Table with a Carrara marble top from Belgian company Heerenhuis is also available from UK company Different Like a Zoo.

CB2 Paradigm Marble-Topped Table | Remodelista

Above: The 54-inch-wide, marble-top Paradigm Dining Table is $899 from CB2.

Room and Board Marble Table | Remodelista

Above: Room & Board's 72-inch Linden Table with Venatino marble top and walnut base is $2,099. The design is available in four other woods as well and other tabletop options.

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Before & After: A Melbourne Remodel with a Masculine Touch

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Melbourne designer David Flack turned 30 a few months ago and promptly launched Flack Studio, a two-person office: He's the creative talent and his sister oversees operations. They're now juggling 12 residential and retail projects in Melbourne and Sydney, including this suave remodel: Phase One (living area, bedrooms, and baths) newly complete just in time for the arrival of the owners' first child. Phase Two (kitchen and family room overhaul) on the docket. 

The young couple, who work in finance and law (and "happen to have exceptional taste," says Flack) bought a Victorian terrace house that had been stripped of all its period details sometime in the nineties. "I would never have denuded such an ornate terrace," Flack tells us, "but instead of reinstating these features, I introduced a contemporary materials palette—gray with flashes of black and brass. The look is simple, cohesive, and masculine: It's subtle yet has a toughness to it."

Photography by Brooke Holm and Marsha Golemac.

Flack Studio Australia House | Remodelista

Above: "If walls could talk, the rooms of this Victorian terrace would tell a story or two about the house's incarnations over its lifetime," says Flack. "The new scheme's backdrop is subtle: Soft taupe and white are complemented by natural, textural materials—including a gray-blond European oak floor—and punctuated with flashes of brass and black steel."  

The owners came to the project with a few choice pieces of furniture in search of a good setting, including the living room's Poliform sofa, which Flack paired with a Poliform coffee table and Cappellini's faux marble fiberglass Bong Coffee Table. The pleated floor-to-ceiling curtains are Belgian linen from Elliott Clarke. (Scroll down to see Before views of the space.) 

East Melbourne residence by David Flack, Flack Studio, Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

Above: British architect Michael Anastassiades Tube Chandelier of satin brass anchors the room—"it audaciously occupies the corner usually belonging to a standard lamp," Flack says. The brass side table is Cappellini's Gong Lux and the fireplace was already in the room. 

East Melbourne residence by David Flack of Flack Studio | Remodelista

Above: Flack's favorite chair in the house is this striped re-edition of a 1934 Gio Ponti design for Rubelli: "classic and masculine with brass legs that echo the lines of the pendant light." The new pale floorboards, he points out, "ensure maximized light." The walls are painted in Linen from New Zealand paint company Resene.

East Melbourne residence by David Flack, Flack Studio, Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

Above: A Poliform sideboard, another of the clients' original pieces, displays a vintage "Murano glass, Memphis-style lamp" along with a concrete pipe and other geometric forms.

East Melbourne residence dining room by David Flack, Flack Studio, Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

Above: Without changing the table, Flack dressed up the dining room with linen curtains and Neve Chairs by Pierro Lissoni and Mario Bellini's black leather Cab Chairs from Cassina. The standing light is the Flos Toio.

East Melbourne residence by David Flack, Flack Studio, Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

Above: The stairs are custom stained to match the floorboards and carpeted with a bamboo-and-silk runner by Melbourne custom rug maker Bibi Vero.

East Melbourne residence by David Flack, Flack Studio, Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

Above: The master bedroom came with its gray carpet and angular walls, which are painted the same taupe as the living room and dining room. The Charcoal Linen Duvet Cover and Linen Pillowslips are from In Bed of New South Wales, Australia. (For linen bedding in the US, consider Rough Linen.) The light is the Oluce Coupé, a sixties classic by Joe Columbo.

East Melbourne residence by David Flack, Flack Studio, Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

Above: In the guest bath, Flack installed a wall-mounted Agape Ottocento Washbasin against a backsplash of honed Bedonia limestone. Like the look? See 13 Noirish Black and White Bathrooms and consider the Alape Bucket Sink from Germany.

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Above: The Matte Black Taps are Australian-made from Astra Walker.

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Above: The sandstone-framed bathtub is from Kaldewei. For a similar towel ladder, see New Bath Hardware from Norm Architects.

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Above: The white subway tiles are set off by dark gray grout. The anodized aluminum shower shelf is from Agape's Sen Accessories line.

East Melbourne residence nursery by David Flack, Flack Studio Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

Above: The owners' child was born just weeks after Phase One of the remodel was complete. The nursery is painted in Resene's "half-strength Linen" and has a Fiorenza Armchair by Franco Albini from Poliform. Note that all of the house's curtains hang from black steel rails. The ceiling light is Anna Charlesworth's Four Shapes Pendant, "a playful take on a hanging mobile," says Flack.

East Melbourne residence nursery by David Flack, Flack Studio Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

Above: The nursery's wall of custom cabinetry is made of American oak veneer with a painted finish. "It's a recessive piece," Flack says, "but has a subtle texture with the oak grain showing through." The sliding white ladder is for accessing the top shelves (but may have to be put in storage when the baby enters the climbing stage).

East Melbourne residence by David Flack, Flack Studio Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

Above: A glimpse of the master bedroom's en suite bath: "I wanted the bathrooms to be similar," says Flack. "I only used a handful of materials throughout the house. I think that's the most powerful part of its reincarnation: the rooms fit together as one."

East Melbourne residence by David Flack, Flack Studio Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

Above: A Duravit sink is set in a counter of honed Bedonia sandstone topped with with a custom mirror and lights trimmed with brass.

East Melbourne residence by David Flack, Flack Studio Melbourne, Australia | Remodelista

 Above: The matte black faucet is from Astra Walker's Icon Range.

David Flack of Flack Studio, Melbourne, Australia in the East Melbourne residence he designed | Remodelista

Above: David Flack is ready for more. The house's remaining rooms are being remodeled this spring.

Before

Before shot of the East Melbourne remodel by David Flack | Remodelista

Above: The living room as it was, with white walls and a pine floor—and a more ad hoc look. (The sofa was moved into another room.)

Before view of the living room of the East Melbourne residence remodeled by David Flack | Remodelista

Above: Flack's intervention would rely largely on new finishes and furnishings.

Before view of the dining room of the East Melbourne Remodel by David Flack | Remodelista

Above: The dining room, before, with white walls and chairs.

Before shot of David Flack remodel | Remodelista

Above: The master bedroom and bath as they were—the carpet stayed.

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High/Low: Modo Chandelier

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The Modo Chandelier by Jason Miller for Roll & Hill was an instant hit when he launched it in 2009. The bronze frame supports a system of smoked glass globes (it's also available with a nickel finish and cream glass globes). We're not surprised that the copycats have struck.

Modo Chandelier Cynthia Carlson | Remodelista

Above: Architect Cynthia Carlson installed the chandelier in one of our favorite LA projects (see more at Modern Meets Classic: A Sleek Home in Los Angeles). 

Modo Chandelier | Remodelista

Above: The bronze Modo Diamond Chandelier from Future Perfect is available in black, and with either smoked or clear glass globes; prices start at $5,800. It's 58 inches long, 32 inches wide, and 26 inches high.

Pluto Chandelier Bliss Home | Remodelista

Above: The Pluto Chandelier is 63 inches long, 54 inches wide, and 42.5 inches high; it's $2,070 from Bliss Home & Design.

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Vincent Van Duysen Designs a Family House

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Belgian master architect and designer Vincent Van Duysen is better known for his bespoke interiors than for his playrooms. But his low-key approach to rarefied living works for all ages. When two new fathers asked him adapt their grand 1920s villa outside Antwerp for life with their young twin boys, he and his team stepped up to the task. The results, installation art and marching-soldier wallpaper included, just might be the world's most glamorous family clubhouse.

Vincent Van Duysen family house in Belgium for Rob Hevaert and Bart Heyen, photograph by Matthieu Salvaing | Remodelista

Above: One of the villa's best features is its pool and pool house with a gym, steam room, and sauna in the back, all of which are connected to the main house by an underground corridor.

Van Duysen updated the lounge with a banquette and Belgian linen pillows. Pierre Jeanneret's classic teak V-type armchairs—a Van Duysen favorite; see Trend Alert—offer poolside seating. The wall of framed prints are part of New York artist Allan McCollum's Shapes Project. Photograph by Matthieu Salvaing.

Vincent Van Duysen family house in Belgium for Rob Hevaert and Bart Heyen, photograph by Matthieu Salvaing | Remodelista

Above: The family at play. The owners—a businessman and photographer—moved into the three-story brick house when they were in their twenties after it had been remodeled by Bernard Coens and Jean de Meulder (their contributions included the pool house). Van Duysen, who once worked with De Meulder, had become friends with the couple and understood how to strike the new balance they envisioned between high-style design and everyday ease. 

Explains Van Duysen interior architect Rufus Knight: "The owners wanted a more contemporary and spacious feel. It was essential that the refurbishment feel sophisticated but also have an informality and a focus on spaces for family life and entertaining." Photograph by Matthieu Salvaing.

Vincent Van Duysen family house in Belgium for Rob Hevaert and Bart Heyen, photograph by Matthieu Salvaing | Remodelista

Above: The kitchen is a showcase of custom Vincent Van Duysen cabinetry in oak. The island, sink, and counters are polished Egyptian limestone. The black child seats are Stokke's Tripp Trapp chairs. The space encapsulates what the New York Times described as Van Duysen's "rigorous, spare design that retains a sense of life." Photograph by Matthieu Salvaing.

 A 1920s house near Antwerp remodeled by Vincent Van Duysen | Remodelista

Above: Booth seating along the windows—one of the owners' initial requests—is paired with chairs by Christian Liaigre. Photograph by Stijn Rolies.

Vincent Van Duysen living room in Belgium for Rob Hevaert and Bart Heyen, photograph by Matthieu Salvaing | Remodelista

Above: The living room overlooks a terrace and manicured garden. Formerly Art Deco, the opened-up space is furnished with wood-framed armchairs by Christian Liaigre and an Axel Vervoordt linen sofa and armchair next to the newly inserted fireplace. The standing reading light is the diminutive but powerful Lumina Daphine Terra. The rustic yet refined oak end table is a sign that Van Duysen was here. Photograph by Matthieu Salvaing.

A 1920s house near Antwerp remodeled by Vincent Van Duysen | Remodelista

Above: The wide floorboards, another Van Duysen signature, are bleached French oak with an oiled finish. The entry hall, shown here, offers a glimpse of the glass partition that acts, says Rufus Knight, "as an antechamber, a calm welcoming into the house." The group of urns are an Allan McCollum installation. Photograph by Stijn Rolies.

A 1920s house near Antwerp remodeled by Vincent Van Duysen | Remodelista

Above: Van Duysen worked with the existing floor plan but reorganized it, devoting the second floor to the parents' quarters. Here, a linen-curtained glass-and-steel partition divides the master bedroom from the home office, providing a sense of openness as well as privacy. Photograph by Stijn Rolies. 

A 1920s house near Antwerp remodeled by Vincent Van Duysen | Remodelista

Above: The ultimate place to slumber? Wide timber floorboards meet carpeting in the softly hued master bedroom. Photograph by Stijn Rolies.

Vincent Van Duysen children's room in Belgium for Rob Hevaert and Bart Heyen, photograph by Matthieu Salvaing | Remodelista

Above: Rest assured that there's plenty of play space in the house: The third floor is the children's area. Photograph by Matthieu Salvaing.

Vincent Van Duysen children's room in Belgium for Rob Hevaert and Bart Heyen, photograph by Matthieu Salvaing | Remodelista

Above: The room is papered in Changing Guards at Buckingham Palace, a hand screen-printed pattern by London designer Lizzie Allen. Photograph by Matthieu Salvaing.

Vincent Van Duysen photographed by Matthieu Salvaing | Remodelista

Above: Van Duysen and the sinuous new stair rail he installed. Photograph by Matthieu Salvaing.

Ground floor floor plan, 1920s house near Antwerp remodeled by Vincent Van Duysen | Remodelista

Above: The plan for the newly open first floor, grounds, and pool house.

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We Make Tables. That's What We Do.

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The manifesto for Heerenhuis Manufactuur in Antwerp—"We make tables. That's what we do"—is bracingly straightforward. But they forgot to mention they make chairs too (or to give us much information aside from "we produce tables characterized by uncomplicated, straightforward design and good carpentry"). 

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Above: The Trappist Table in oak.

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Above: Metal Chair with leather seat.

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Above: The Cross Table in oak.

Above: Metal Chair on Wheels.

  finisterre table

Above: The Finisterre Table in oak. To see the full range, go to Heerenhuis.

For more Belgian inspiration, take a look at:

N.B.: This post is an update; the original ran on May 10, 2013, as part of our Modern Kitchen issue.

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Remodeling 101: 15 Luxuries Worth Considering in Your Remodel

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The most fun part of every remodel? Perusing—and choosing—some life-enhancing frills. 

In our book, Remodelista: A Manual for the Considered Home, we partnered with members of the Remodelista Architect/Designer Directory to come up with a list of extras large and small that are well worth the splurge. True, these frills aren't inexpensive, but they're often money well spent. We've lived with many of these details ourselves and are eyeing several more for future remodels.

Here, 15 worth considering.

Integrated solar metal roofing | Remodelista

1. A standing seam metal roof

The favorite roofing material of every architect we polled? Hands-down the vote goes to "low maintenance, high aesthetic" standing-seam metal. Energy-efficient, sustainable, and long-lasting, metal roofs also provide a nice pitter-patter in the rain. See Remodeling 101: Standing Seam Metal Roofs for the lowdown. Pictured above: photovoltaic (PV) panels integrated into a standing seam metal roof. Photograph via Fabral.

2. Solar paneling

If you're looking to reduce your energy bills and carbon footprint, the time may be right to go solar. See our Solar Paneling Primer and then get inspired by architect Rafe Churchill's new solar Connecticut Farmhouse, standing seam metal roof included.

Atelier Am Rustic Stone Floor Bathroom | Remodelista

3. Radiant heat flooring

Can anyone resist the sensation of walking barefoot on a heated floor? If you’re just embarking on a renovation or building a new house, consider installing radiant heating (also known as underfloor heating), an energy-efficient way to keep warm throughout the cold months. "As an architect who has supervised and survived many remodels, I have experienced radiant floor heating in other people's houses and covet it in my own," writes our own resident architect, Christine. 

Stone tiles work well with radiant floor heating because of the material's thermal conducting properties. Shown above: rough-hewn tiles in a bathroom by Atelier AM of Los Angeles. Photograph via Mark D. Sikes. Learn more in Christine's post Remodeling 101: 5 Things to Know About Radiant Floor Heating.

Hudson Reed Flat Panel Wall Radiator, Remodelista

4. Flat-panel radiators

"Imagine a heating system that isn't seen or heard," writes Janet in Remodeling 101: Wall-Panel Radiators. The embodiment of quiet, gentle warmth and minimalism, these European designs, now making inroads in the US, free up floor space, operate efficiently, and look good too. Shown here, the Sloan White Vertical Double-Panel Radiator by UK company Hudson Reed.

Renovated cottage with modern white fireplace, Remodelista

5. A fireplace or woodstove

A fireplace can have enormous impact as an architectural detail, and a wood stove is a significant and efficient heat source, point out Seattle architects Malbouef Bowie. "You can have a really simple interior," architect Tiffany Bowie says, "and if you add a focal point, it really grabs people’s attention and interest."

Pictured above is a minimalist fireplace in a house remodeled by Napa, California, designer Carolyn Leonhardt, who recommends making "at least one spectacular change" per remodel. Read more of Leonhardt's tips in Expert Advice: 15 Secrets for Saving Money on a Remodel

Full-height kitchen cabinet with pull-out shelving, Remodelista

6. Pullout shelving in kitchen cabinets

For storing appliances and pantry items, architect Sheila Narusawa suggests installing pullout shelves. They bring all of the hidden items at the back into the light, making them easy to reach—and easy to put away.

Pictured here, a floor-to-ceiling cabinet with pullout shelves in a Boston remodel by Chris Greenawalt of Bunker Workshop. See the rest of the project in Rehab Diaries: Tales from the Hood.

Vincent Van Duysen kitchen with La Cornue Chateau series range | Remodelista

7. A top-of-the line range

The race cars of the kitchen, a beautiful range is what we recommend for when your midlife crisis hits. Architect Vincent Van Duysen equipped his own kitchen, shown here, with La Cornue's Château Series, sparking a black appliance rage. Photograph by David Spero for the New York Times. For more stove lust, see 6 Château-Style Cooking Ranges and take a look at Beth Kirby's Star Is Born Kitchen, Lacanche Included

Kitchen with two dishwashers, Remodelista

8. Double dishwashers

Have a large family or love entertaining? BAR Architects of San Francisco suggest adding a second dishwasher to handle overload. Photograph via Pure Style Home.

Bathroom by Malcolm Davis, Remodelista

9. Antifog bathroom mirrors

Architect Jordan Parnass of Brooklyn, New York, recommends installing antifog bathroom mirrors; they save time and irritation in the morning, especially if two or more showers need to be taken. Shown here, a San Francisco design by bathroom expert Malcolm Davis. He shares his tips with us in Expert Advice: 10 Essential Tips for Designing the Bathroom.

Selldorf Guest Bath Remodel/Remodelista

10. Acoustic insulation for bathrooms

As charming as open-plan loft spaces are, it's not always charming to use the bathroom in one. Ditto for Victorians or anywhere that sound carries, such as a powder room next to a dining room.

According to architects Specht Harpman of Austin, Texas, the job of an architect is to consider things like "solar position at different times of day, reflectivity of materials, acoustics, and many other items owners might not be thinking about." We're all for that, and think that acoustic insulation, especially in the overhaul of an old space, is a smart move. 

Pictured above, the powder room in A Hardworking Brooklyn Kitchen by Architect Annabelle Selldorf. Photograph by Matthew Williams for Remodelista.

Meljac rotary light dimmer, Remodelista

11. Dimmers on the light switches

Sheila Narusawa suggests adding dimmers to all light switches. And you needn't wait to install new lights—introducing dimmers can be a simple home improvement project that combats harsh overhead lighting. 

Shown here, the Meljac dimmer, which we've designated The World's Most Beautiful Light Switch.

Wood kitchen cabinets and drawers in Dublin home, Remodelista

12. Self-closing cabinet drawers

Brooklyn architects Made LLC always install self-closing cabinet drawers. Kitchens and baths look their tidiest when drawers are closed; if you live with a messy crew, spring for cabinets that close themselves.

Pictured above is a Dublin kitchen by architect Peter Legge, who used self-closing drawers with rectangular cutouts in lieu of drawer handles. Find this project and more in 10 Favorites: Cutout Kitchen Cabinet Pulls.

Electronics charging station in Henrybuilt wood wardrobe, Remodelista

13. An electronics charging station

Bay Area architect Jennifer Weiss is proactive about suggesting details that clients don't think to ask for, such as charging stations for laptops and cell phones. Virtually everyone building or remodeling a house has tech gadgets to charge and corral, and having built-in solutions adds ease and order.

Shown here, an electronics charging station incorporated into a Henrybuilt closet system.

Bedroom with yellow accents and white interior shutters, Remodelista

14. Interior shutters

Averse to curtains or shades? Old-fashioned wooden shutters are a great alternative, says San Francisco designer Kriste Michelini. We like the way they filter light in unexpected ways.

Shown above, a cottage bedroom from Here Comes the Sun: 10 Bedrooms with Yellow Accents. For more inspiration, see our posts Indoor Shutters and Black Interior Shutters

Cat climbing out of built-in modern litter box, Renodelista

15. A designated area for your pets' things

Another tip from Made LLC: "Factor your pets and the way they live into your design plans." If you don't want a cat scratcher in the middle of your hallway or a dog bed on your living room floor, take the time to think this through during your remodel.

Find the cat hideaway shown above in our post A Modern London Addition Where Books Come First. And for canine ideas, see Remodeling 101: How to Build a Dog-Friendly House. For an ingenious drawer for pet food, see 15 Life-Changing Storage Ideas for the Kitchen.  

Embarking on a house project? Be sure to peruse all our Remodeling 101 posts, including:     

     • How to Choose a Kitchen Counter 
     • Architects' White Paint Picks
     • All You Need to Know about VOCs in Paint
     • How to Choose an Overhead Light Fixture
     • Solar-Paneling Primer

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on February 5, 2014, as part of our Small Space Living issue.

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Required Reading: Faculty Department

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Surrounded by creative and inspiring people on a daily basis, New York fashion and lifestyle photographer Justin Chung decided to document the lives of artists, friends, and mentors. And this led to Volume One of Faculty Department, a magazine packaged as a hardcover book that offers a "glimpse inside the lives of noteworthy individuals—while at work, inside their homes, during a particular daily routine, or within the stillness of a moment."

"The idea of Faculty Department started when I was on a monthlong assignment in Paris during the fall of 2012," explains Chung in the introduction. "The task was to document and profile individuals making their mark in creative fields. Over five weeks, I photographed artists, designers, and entrepreneurs. I found the resulting glimpses into their lives both intriguing and insightful." Take a look at some selections from the book and see if you agree.

Photography by Justin Chung.

Faculty Department by Justin Chung I Remodelista

Above: Lauren Snyder, owner of home goods shop Primary Essentials, in her Fort Greene, Brooklyn, kitchen.

Faulty Department Book by Justin Chung I Remodelista

Above: The living room of Kristoffer Dahy Ernst, owner of Double, a Copenhagen creative agency.

Faculty Department I Remodelista

Above: A bookshelf belonging to Frank Muytjens, director of menswear at J. Crew.

Faculty-Department Book by Justin Chung I Remodelista

Above: The desk of Richard Haines, illustrator and creator of the blog What I Saw Today

Primary Essentials shop via Faculty Department I Remodelista

Above: Primary Essentials shop in Brooklyn. 

Tokuhiko-Kise- of Truck Furniture in Faculty Department I Remodelista

Above L: Truck Furniture studio in Osaka, Japan. Above R: Tokuhiko Kise (who owns Truck with his wife, Hiromi Karatsu) and one of their dogs.

Faculty Department Books at the home of Justin Chung

Above: The book is available from Faculty Department and a number of boutiques, as well as Barnes & Noble and Amazon

Take a look at more Required Reading

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A Moveable Feast: A Modular Kitchen from an Italian Architect

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It's a genius European idea that hasn't caught on in the US yet: the modular kitchen that you take with you when you move house. One of the nicest examples we've seen is Enzo Berti's Convivio kitchen for Italian furniture maker Lando. Berti's concept? A "kitchen in a living room," centered around what he calls the "domestic hearth." The line includes worktops, storage units, and more. 

Lando Convivio Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: The Dolmen version of the Convivio kitchen is a freestanding unit with a black or white marble countertop and matte black or white tubular hood. In this version, walnut planks suspended on sawhorse legs serves as storage for pots and pans. 

Lando Kitchen Convivio | Remodelista

Above: The white Dolmen countertop is available in either Calacatta Borghini marble or Carrara marble. Against the back wall are two Novella Up cabinets in oiled walnut. The doors have leather handles and fold out on stainless steel hinges to reveal two large inner shelves. 

Lando Convivio Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: The second version of the Convivio, called Forgia, has a hand-brushed and hand-forged stainless steel countertop and hood. The wood shown here is larch in an oiled finish. 

Lando Convivio Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: This Forgia worktop rests on an Inno dining table, featuring turned wood legs and a wood tabletop hovering on an internal metal frame. The wood is larch in a vintage finish.

Lando Convivio Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: The Forgia system can be freestanding or mounted against a wall. Here, the worktop is paired with Lando's Thema modular wall system, made of solid wood that can be outfitted with shelves, cabinets, and extra worktops and sinks. Like the Dolmen marble unit above, this workspace has a stainless steel panel beneath for keeping pots and pans within easy reach. 

Lando Convivio Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: The grand idea of the Convivio system is that complementary tables, chairs, and benches can be added around the central "hearth" to create a customizable kitchen, living, and dining room in one. The Thema wall system is meant to extend into the living and dining rooms as bookcases and tableware storage, and can be configured with glass display doors or to hold a television. Lando's Canone chair—a reinterpretation of a traditional Alpine peasant chair with a leather seatis held together by a single wooden peg and can be disassembled for storage and moving. 

Lando Convivio Cooktop Kitchen | Remodelista

Above: Both the stainless and marble versions of the kitchen feature four streamlined burner knobs on the side of the cooktop. 

Lando Convivio Black Marble | Remodelista

Above: This Dolmen version uses an electric cooktop instead of gas and a counter made of matte black marquina marble. Optional wood cutting boards slide over and to the sides of the sink. 

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The Master of Plaster: Stephen Antonson's Sculptural Lighting

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Plaster artisan Stephen Antonson makes chandeliers and sconces of the sort that Gertrude Stein might have hung in her Paris salon to illuminate her Picassos. Fittingly, he has a Brooklyn studio that looks like a classic atelier. 

Stephen Antonson Earle Chandelier | Remodelista

Antonson studied painting and sculpture at Carnegie Mellon University and applies both skills to his plaster designs. Working in the great (and painstaking) tradition of Giacometti, Jean Michel Frank, and Serge Roche, he creates his lighting by hand, building an armature of steel, adding wiring, applying a primer, and then brushing on layer upon layer of plaster—and sanding and sculpting each step along the way. 

Above: Each Earle Chandelier, like all of his large-scale designs, takes weeks to complete. 

Brooklyn artist Stephen Antonson at work on one of his plaster chandeliers | Remodelista

Above: Antonson at work on a Hilary Chandelier in his Gowanus, Brooklyn, studio. 

Stephen Antonson Hilary Chandelier | Remodelista

Above: A finished Hilary Chandelier. Unless otherwise requested, his lighting is electrified.

Brooklyn artist Stephen Antonson's studio | Remodelista

Above: All of Antonson's designs are worked out on paprer—"the more elaborate pieces get rendered on a computer, but only after hand drawings are done," he says. Antonson also makes tables, which begin with a handmade wooden substrate that's primed, plastered over many weeks, and sealed with shellac.

Stephen Antonson's Brooklyn studio | Remodelista

Above: Antonson frequently collaborates with architects and designers on commissions and most of his pieces are customizable.

Plasterwork table by Stephen Antonson | Remodelista

Above: The Tabowl has a 42-inch wide tabletop and is 27 inches tall.

Antonson's work is represented by four showrooms: Dessin Fournir in New York and Chicago, Therien in LA, and Ainsworth-Noah in Atlanta. It's available to the trade only, but the showrooms can help retail customers place orders via a professional. Be prepared for sticker shock: Prices reflect all the labor involved and start at $800 for a candlestick; inquire with one of the showrooms for more details.

Stephen Antonson at work on his plasterwork designs | Remodelista

Above: Each of the many layers of plaster brushed on the designs gets hand sanded. "As you can see, texture becomes extremely important in the final object," says Antonson. Shown here, his Gourd Lamps in progress.

Stephen Antonson Zigzag candlesticks | Remodelista

Above: Antonson's plaster Zigzag Candlesticks are cast and then finished with several layers of hand-painted plaster.

Stephen Antonson Morandi Sconce |  Remodelisat

Above: The Morandi Single Sconce is also available as a double sconce.

Stephen Antonson Hilary Sconce | Remodelista

Above: The Hilary Sconce, a companion piece to the Hilary Chandelier (shown above).

Stephen Antonson's Brooklyn Studio | Remodelista

Above: Works in progress. Antonson has recently started casting in bronze, but mostly he focuses on plasterwork—and almost always sticks with white: "White shows form and texture the best. One notices shadows. White also plays well with others."

Stephen Antonson Finn Lantern | Remodelista

Above: The Finn Lantern. Go to Stephen Antonson to see more and to contact him directly.

For dramatic plasterwork walls, see Hollywood Tale: An Uncommon Spec House and Remodeling 101: Limewash Paint.

Browse our Lighting posts for more of our discoveries, including:

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Trending on Gardenista: Garden Envy

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Michelle and crew rode out this week's storm by sitting back and admiring restored 12th-century castles, indoor orangeries, and a luxe new exterior paint line out of the UK. Count us in on the ogling.

Black hardscape palette | Gardenista

Above: Having started the year with the Top 10 Garden Trends of 2015, Michelle moves on to 13 New Landscape Design Ideas to Steal. We love the dramatic look of green leaves against a black palette.

Paradehuset at Gissenfelt Park in Denmark | Gardenista

Above: Modeled after London's Crystal Palace, this 1876 greenhouse, an orangery on the grounds of a Danish castle, has been completely restored and is open for tours. Sandstone fountains and orange trees await; go on a Greenhouse Visit with Cheryl.

Edwardian case | Gardenista

Above: A greenhouse to call your own: The terrarian precursor, the Wardian case, is having a revival. Find the one for you in 10 Easy Pieces.

Axel Vervoordt's Castle Conservatory Garden | Gardenista

Above: In this week's Designer Visit, join Michelle as she helps water the plants at designer Axel Vervoodt's Belgian castle. Shown here, the indoor garden room that Vervoodt and family use as a winter gathering place.

Marston Langinger's new exterior paints | Gardenista

Above: Now coveting: A new line of 84 exterior paints from UK greenhouse specialists Marston and Langinger. Formulated to reflect sunlight without glare, the eggshell shades "appear to radiate color." Go to Paints & Palettes to see more—and also to Vote for the Perfect Paint Palette for a Gardenista reader's Tudor house.

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To the Manor Born: The Butler's Closet

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Barbara Harman founded The Butler's Closet when she couldn't find conservation-quality drop clothes for her own expensively upholstered furniture. After consulting with conservation professionals, she developed a line of 100 percent cotton, chemical-free dust covers for furniture and for the wardrobe.

  Selby Slipcovers/Remodelista

About: "In the mid-nineteenth century, England's stately homes were managed by an expert staff," Harman says. "During the off season, clothing was stored in muslin and furniture was draped in dust covers. It's a world that's mostly vanished." But the houses live on via the National Trust, and the fact that the art and furniture has been protected for hundreds of years is a testament to the skills of the butlers and their staffs." Photo via The Selby.

Butlers Closet | Remodelista

Above: The Butler's Closet Wardrobe is made from 100 percent percale wove to textile conservator specifications and is free of dye, bleach, sizing, and chemicals. 

Butlers Closet Covers | Remodelista

Above L: Prices start at $70 for the Small Furniture Cover. Above R: Butler's Closet Wardrobe Covers start at $18 for a Shoulder Cover.

Christoph de Pournay Furniture Polish | Remodelista

Above: French furniture restorer Christophe Pourny's Furniture Tonic is made from organic linseed and walnut oils, beeswax, and a natural cleaner and drying agent.

Butlers Closet Horn Clothes Brush | Remodelista

Above: Harman also stocks English horn accessories; the English Shoehorn is $85, the English Horn Clothes Brush is $100, and the English Horn Travel Brush is $85.

Butlers Closet Tonic | Remodelista

Above: Christophe Pourny's Color Reviver "refreshes dark wood finishes and hides nicks and scratches." It's made by hand in Brooklyn from organic and virgin seeds and lavender and rosemary oils. It's $30 and it comes with two 100 percent cotton polishing clothes.

For more ideas on clothing care, see Expert Advice: 10 Wardrobe Maintenance Essentials. and for more on furniture care, see Tips from an LA Antiques Maestro.

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Current Obsessions: Happy Winter Blues

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Here's a look at a few things we loved this week.

Prefab Shelter House from VIPP | Remodelista

Domaine Home roundup of artists' workspaces | Remodelista

July Adrichem Second Skin Collection | Remodelista

  • Above: Elevated papier-mâché bowls by Danish designer Judy Adrichem
  • The books to read in a lifetime. 
  • Bedding for the cat lover.

Ekimetrics Office Renovation by Estelle Vincent, Wooden Conference Room | Remodelista

Instagram and Pinterest Picks of the Week

Remodelista Instagram Pick of the Week: @nunoassis

  • Above: Our favorite Instagram discovery of 2015 (so far) is a Portuguese architect living in Macau (@nunoassis). 

Pinterest Pick of the Week: Melody Hansen

  • Above: Toronto graphic designer Melody Hansen's Objects pinboard is a minimalist's dream.

Read more from this week in our House Envy issue and check out Gardenista's Garden Envy issue. 

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Table of Contents: The Humble Abode

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Modesty is a trait we can all get behind. Last week, we dreamed big (see our House Envy issue). This week, we've come back down to earth and are exploring the humble abode.

Humble Abode Issue | Remodelista

Above: Artisan Alessandra Taccia lives in a small rental near Cambridge, England, that's filled with her quietly magical creations. We'll be exploring her rooms today in House Call. Photograph by Alessandra Taccia.

Monday

Sevile Peach Utensil Bar | Remodelista

Above: Clear the counters and free up workspace. We're calling it a trend—learn where to source your own (and see more of our Trend Alert predictions).

Tuesday

Ikea New Products Table | Remodelista

Above: Ikea's latest collections are about to be unveiled. In Shopper's Diary we're offering an advance look at our favorites, including this $189 table and $9.99 lampshade. 

Wednesday

The Ethical Kitchen by Tobias Tøstesen in Denmark | Remodelista

Above: Kitchens these days have grown out of control, says Danish industrial designer Tobias Tostesen. To rein them in, he's introduced a concept kitchen that's not only compact but easy to disassemble, so that it can be used over and over. Meredith investigates in Wednesday's Kitchen Design post.

Thursday

Carl Trenfield London Flat | Remodelista

Above: In this week's Remodel & Renovation column, Julie presents a London apartment kitted out like a jigsaw puzzle.

Friday

Wyoming cabin belonging to Carmella Rayone of the blog Assortment | Remodelista

Above: The owner of this Wyoming cabin kitchen got the counter of her dreams and kept within budget by staining wood to look like soapstone. (And she reports that even after use by her family of five, the results have held up extremely well.) Tour her design in Friday's Kitchen post.

Wishing you had more space for plants? Turn to Gardenista this week for all sorts of Living Small solutions.

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House Call: Slow Living at La Casita

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It was the first time I've ever been jealous of doll furniture.

My introduction to artisan and blogger Alessandra Taccia came when I purchased several hand-stitched linen cushions, a luxurious knit cashmere throw, pom-pom slippers, and a hand-crocheted pouf, all miniaturized for my daughter's toy mouse. Since then I have been an avid follower of Alessandra via La Casita, her blog in which she chronicles her home and creations. (N.B. Alessandra's latest projects can now be found on her website alessandra-taccia.com.)

Much like her mouse accessories, Alessandra's blog hones in on the little things in life, celebrating quiet moments—a pile of newly washed tea towels or the perfect cup of grapefruit juice. Relaxed and welcoming, her world is not trendy but organic and full of soul. It's populated by storied pieces and personal objects, often crafted by Alessandra herself, that reflect her belief that a home should be a "work in progress, made slowly."

Photography by Alessandra Taccia.

Alessandra Taccia of La Casita, Remodelista

Above: Born of an Italian father and Argentinian mother, Alessandra grew up by the sea coast of Cinque Terre and studied painting. Today, she makes her home with her husband and daughter outside of Cambridge, England. 

Alessandra Taccia's house, afternoon light, Remodelista

Above: In our correspondence Alessandra informed me that in Italian "taccia," her last name, is the imperative third person of the verb tacere: to be silent. I found that fitting, because Alessandra's house is a bit of an oasis, a place for quiet conversation. 

Alessandra Taccia home, kitchen accessories, Remodelista

Above: Alessandra prefers natural materials—linen, wool, ceramics, and wood—like these simple, utilitarian objects in her kitchen. Her online shop, Alessandra Taccia, is an extension of her home and blog, offering an on-and-off-again array of one of a kind, handmade, and vintage goods.

Alessandra Taccia home, dining area, Remodelista

Above: Being "often on the move"—the family lived in London before they relocated to their current rental—Alessandra edited down all of their possessions "to only what is really needed, either because it's useful or because it holds a memory we're fond of. For this reason I try to buy handmade things that are respectful of the environment, that are beautifully made, and designed to be passed on to the next generation." Over the dining table, a flock mobile by Bookhou is an example of the accents that speak to Alessandra.

Alessandra Taccia home, hot pads from Knots, Remodelista

Above: Alessandra's mother was an accomplished seamstress and knitter who passed on these skills to her daughter. One of Alessandra's specialities is making these patchwork hot pads. Other small-production items pictured here include ceramics from Analogue Life and a small wood plate by Caroline Gomez.

Alessandra Tacci of La Casita's trivet from her shop Knots | Remodelista

Above: On the table, a mitt crocheted by Alessandra and a wooden trivet made by fellow blogger Xenia of Eau de Nil complement a perfect cup of tea. 

Cupboard detail at Alessandra Tacci's house | Remodelista

Above: A leather pull and beaded key ring accessorize a £10 thrift store cupboard; Alessandra painted the piece a succession of Farrow & Ball shades before settling on white.

Alessandra Taccia home, living room, Remodelista

Above: Alessandra's so-so sofa was a victim of one of her recent edits. She replaced it with a floor cushion that she covered in heavy linen, and an assortment of pillows. Adding a diminutive table by Spielplatz, a low-hung midcentury pendant lamp, and one of her own crocheted throws hung on a Nakagawa hanger ($38.50 from Hubu Textiles), Alessandra created a space that's both minimal and intimate.

Alessandra Taccia home, shelf, Remodelista

Above: Alessandra displays ceramics by her daughter on a living room shelf alongside a wire crown they made together.

Alessandra Taccia home, living room, Remodelista

Above: A mood board in Alessandra's office includes natural specimens and favorite prints. 

Alessandra Taccia, Little Knots, Remodelista

Above: Hand-knit and crocheted items adorn Alessandra's daughter's room.

Alessandra Taccia home, working corner, Remodelista

Above: In a corner a vintage Dryad chair sits under Alessandra's own woven pieces (available at her online shop) and an landscape print from Fine Little Day.

Alessandra Taccia house, messy corner, Remodelista

Above: Bookshelves aren't essential.

mouse accessories by Alessandra Taccia, Remodelista

Above: Oh, and those mouse accessories I mentioned earlier. Too adorable, no?

Another of my favorite interiors: a New Zealand Ranch Transformed by Mel Bombardiere. Interested in the plants in Alessandra's house? Her specimens provided inspiration for 5 Favorite Mini Plants for Apartment Living.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original ran on March 17, 2014, as part of our British Isles issue.

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Trend Alert: 12 Kitchens with Utensil Rails

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If your kitchen tools are pretty enough, why not display them? 

Sevile Peach Utensil Bar | Remodelista

Above: A kitchen-length storage rail in a project by UK studio Sevil Peach.

Kitchens with Hanging Rails | Remodelista

Above L: A wall-mounted kitchen storage system from the Kana Mono exhibition at H. Works in Tokyo. Above R: A DIY Utensil Rack made from a painted branch.

Romain Ricard Kitchen Storage Rail | Remodelista

Above: A kitchen from the portfolio of French photographer Romain Ricard; for sourcing ideas, see Steal This Look: A Well-Stocked Modern Kitchen.

Laplace Kitchen in Mallorca with Storage Rail | Remodelista

Above: A kitchen in Cap de Formentor in Majorca, Spain, by French architects Laplace.

Gisbert Poepplier Kitchen with Storage Rail | Remodelista

Above: A long copper rod holds an array of utensils in a kitchen by Berlin architectural designer Gisbert Poppler.

Portland Kitchen with Pot Rack | Remodelista

Above: A Portland, OR, kitchen via Freunde von Freunden.

Mjolk Kitchen Storage Rail | Remodelista

Above: John Baker and Juli Daoust, the owners of Mjölk in Toronto, store their utensils in plain sight; see more at Steal This Look: A Scandi-Meets-Japanese Kitchen. Photograph by Derek Shapton for Dwell.

Boston Kitchen Pot Rack Copper | Remodelista

Above: A kitchen in Boston by Bunker Workshop with a copper storage rail.

Ikea Utensil Rail | Remodelista

Above: A stainless steel kitchen equipped with multiple rails from Ikea. Photograph via Swedish blog Modette

Kitchen Rail Storage | Remodelista

Above: A long rail over the cooktop keeps utensils in easy reach in this kitchen by Ricardo de la Torre. Photograph via Arkpad

Biografen Kitchen with Storage Rail | Remodelista

Above: A kitchen in Sweden with plenty of hanging storage opportunities, via Biografen.

For more Kitchen Storage & Organization solutions, take a look at: 

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The Simple Life: Malibu Farm Cafe

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Is Helene Henderson the original earth child? She migrated to LA from Sweden, married American actor/director John Stockwell, and wrote a cookbook (The Swedish Table, in which she says "I was the soul tall, awkward African among a sea of blonde, blue-eyed Swedes. But when I tasted the first potato of the summer it didn't matter what I looked like, I was Swedish."). After buying a two-acre organic farm in Malibu, she launched a series of farm-to-table dinners, and, finally, opened a cafe at the very tip of the Malibu Pier. 

Malibu Farm Cafe | Remodelista

Above: The blue-and-white exterior has a distinctly Scandi feel.

Malibu Farm Cafe | Remodelista

Above L and R: The whitewashed dining room.

Malibu Farm Cafe | Remodelista

Above: Wines are unpretentiously displayed on open shelves.

Malibu Farm Cafe | Remodelista

Above: Pots of thyme anchor the dining tables.

Malibu Farm Interior | Remodelista

Above L and R: Tolix chairs add a silvery touch to the interior. (See the new Tolix in our post A French Classic Reimagined.)

Malibu Farm Cafe | Remodelista

Above: Silverware and rolled-up napkins are presented in metal caddies.

Malibu Farm Cafe | Remodelista

Above: Helene at work on the farm.

Malibu Farm Cafe | Remodelista

Above: A long view of the cafe at the end of the Malibu Pier. Malibu Farm Cafe serves breakfast and lunch on Mondays and Tuesdays and stays open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday.

Consult our LA City Guide for more of our favorite hangouts, including Joan's on Third, Gjelina, and A Bike-Powered Ice Cream Parlor. And explore the verdant side of the city on Gardenista.

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