New and vintage furniture & accessories, infused with color, create a warm “lived in” feeling for an active family’s new home.

GAphotography by Alessandra Gerardi

Robert Canfield Photography

Red vintage Knoll chairs anchor this kitchen, which serves as a gathering place for the family. By Kenneth Brown Design.

Photos Courtesy of Sharon Risedorph

Andrew Wood

Looking across the peninsula toward the sink and bamboo cabinetry at the window wall in an Eichler mid century modern home in Lucas Valley (San Rafael, CA). Thom Harrison - AlterECO, inc.

Molly Winters Photography

Architect: Carol Sundstrom, AIA Accessibility Consultant: Karen Braitmayer, FAIA Interior Designer: Lucy Johnson Interiors Contractor: Phoenix Construction Cabinetry: Contour Woodworks Custom Sink: Kollmar Sheet Metal Photography: © Kathryn Barnard

Modern materials were chosen to fit the existing style of the home. Mahogany cabinets topped with Caesarstone countertops in Nougat and Raven were accented by 24×24-inch recycled porcelain tile with 1-inch glass penny round decos. Elsewhere in the kitchen, quality appliances were re-used. The oven was located in its original brick wall location. The microwave convection oven was located neatly under the island countertop. A tall pull out pantry was included to the left of the refrigerator. The island became the focus of the design. It provided the main food prep and cooking area, and helped direct traffic through the space, keeping guests comfortable on one side and cooks on the other. Large porcelain tiles clad the back side of the island to protect the surface from feet on stools and accent the surrounding surfaces.

Jessamyn Harris Photography Master Touch Construction

Robert Canfield Photography

re-modeled original Mid-century Kitchen in Palm Springs

Photography: Daniel O'Connor Photography Interior Design: Mellin Interiors / Heidi Mellin Construction: Old Greenwich Builders Engineer: Malouff Engineering

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Remodel in Seattle featuring mirrored backsplash with Cherry cabinets and Marmoleum flooring. Jeff Beck Photography