Want a Truly Classic Kitchen? Go for Green
Here's how to design a kitchen that will make your friends green with envy.
"Greenery" may be Pantone's Color of the Year, but there's nothing trendy or fleeting about this space that's grounded with timeless basics and perennial favorites.
Lush Island
A coat of color on an oversize island can transform an otherwise quiet room. Get the look with Oregano by Benjamin Moore.
Stylist Shortcut: Baskets
They're the fastest way to add texture to a space. New Hampshire-based Peterboro Basket Co. is a good bet for new ones, or check out textile designerDebra Hall's online shop for beautiful, more rare European antiques. Wondering how to display them? Orderly and upright is overrated. A loose arrangement on a high shelf sets a casual tone.
Power In Numbers: Dish Display
For an eclectic yet cohesive look, assemble small and large plates and platters in varying intensities of two complementary colors.
Botanical Salad Plate $68 for a set of four; leifshop.com. Lettuce Ware Platter $195; toryburch.com. Azure Tile Salad Plate $8; pier1.com. Melamine Platter $45; qsquarednyc.com. Chintz Salad Plate $45; wedgwood.com. Majolica Charger $40; replacements.com.
Bright Idea: Pendant Lights
Flank a pretty range or striking above-the-stove backsplash (or plate display, as shown) with a pair of fixtures as opposed to a single large one that blocks the view. The ideal height to leave between pendant lights, like this 12" aged brass pendant from Lamps Plus, and countertops is 36 inches.
The Showstopper: Checked Ceiling
All-white cabinetry? Indulge in a pattern overhead, like this Gingham print from Spoonflower ($60 for 24 sq. ft.).
Make It Yours: Crisp Accents
Colander, $3, World Market
If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, perhaps a stylish serving of this happy Granny Smith green will prove just as good for you.
Baking Tool Set, $35; Wayfair
KitchenAid Hand Mixer, $40; Target
Apron, $69, Gracious Style
Barstool, $225, Joss & Main
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