Warming Trends What’s cooking in designer kitchens
By Pat St. Germain – Photos courtesy of Urban Effects by Norcraft Cabinetry
>> The kitchen has always been the heart of the home. It’s just expanded its horizons in recent years. The con-
“One of the top wish-list items when people are doing kitchens is having a nice large island,” says Gino Vadacchi- no, sales manager for Urban Effects by Norcraft Cabinetry. Maximizing functionality is a high priority as well, and de- signers are always cooking up new ways to ramp up visual appeal. On that front, Vadacchino is seeing a trend toward incorporating familiar, homey pieces that add personality. He says clean, contemporary designs are beautiful to look at, but they can feel cold and impersonal. Introducing rustic elements such as reclaimed wood, exposed beams or a brick feature wall are nice ways to add warmth and character.
‘One of the top wish-list items when people are doing kitchens is having a nice large island’
t i n u i n g popular - ity of open- concep t l a y o u t s means the
kitchen, eating area and great room tend to flow to- gether, creating one large space where friends and family congregate. And most often, they’re gather- ing around a kitchen island.
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