Laney LA selected pure white quartzite for the kitchen countertops—and the veining matches the cracks in the floor. Aleks and Erica embraced the imperfections that come with concrete flooring, and they like how it contrasts with the white walls.
The Heath Tile kitchen backsplash features the Alabaster colorway of the Mural series, which features six different glaze blends. The subtle variation complements the plasterwork and white oak timber used throughout the interior.
Instead of creating a super modern house, the archways and materiality brought warmth and character.
Calacatta Superwhite Quartzite and white oak decorate the kitchen, as well as (
Low-VOC finishes on the walnut cabinets help improve the home’s indoor air quality. "Our suggestion is always to use water-based rather than oil-based or petroleum finishes," Britt says. Quartz countertops and a ceramic-tile backsplash continue the focus on natural materials.
The window in the kitchen that overlooks the garden is intentionally free of any structure, with the small ventilation openings discretely located to the side. This ensures the view is uninterrupted and the woodlands become part of the interior.
A vaulted ceiling interspersed with skylights, in tandem with floor-to-ceiling glass, fills the home with natural light.
The oak floors are new but are typical of the original Spanish-style bungalows.
A perfect mix of materials: knotty pine floors, Carrara marble backsplash, quartz counters and dark grey painted island cabinetry complete the modern farmhouse look.
The kitchen and dining area from the other angle.
A few steps lead to a more formal dining area.
American white oak was used for the flooring throughout the house, including the sun-filled kitchen. A Brendan Ravenhill hangs above the sink, and a Wolf cooktop was installed opposite the island.
Kitchen- the flooring says it all
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The couple wanted a home where they could relax, cook meals, listen to music together, and leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind.