Original Inspiration

The design for this kitchen really started for me with the idea that I could have cabinets that went to the ceiling, accessed by a library ladder. I suggested this somewhat hesitantly to Steven and Katharine, the architects, at our first meeting, and when they didn't laugh at me, the vision started to become reality. Now it is in place! I visited the ladder in Erik's shop a couple of weeks ago, and satisfied myself that it looked about the right size and was something that I had the strength to lift. Now it has been stained and finished to match the cabinets, the ladder track is all in, and voila! Of course I climbed up to test out access to the top cabinets. It will be great!

Also in are the counters, which may look white in this picture, but actually look like marble. The material is a manufactured stone, mostly natural quartz, more durable than most other materials, and definitely superior to natural marble which is very porous and easily scratched. Above is the eat-in counter top, with the sink in the background. Below is the bar area with the counter and all the cabinet lighting in place.

The other new development is a set of color schemes from Laura, the color consultant recommended by Steven and Katharine. Today I'm walking around the house, taping swatches to the walls and pondering!