Great kitchen redo

I stumbled upon this kitchen on Pinterest and after investigating it further I realized it was a redo.  The before pictures are here, and I feel the new kitchen is about perfect.

The renovation was done by interior designer  Carol Reed in Ontario Canada.

{photos via Carol Reed}

Doing away with cabinets?

I've been noticing a trend in some of the new kitchens and how they are doing away with upper cabinets.

It is such a nice, clean look, but you have to be a very organized person to keep it looking neat and tidy.  Plus it doesn't hurt to have great dishes to look at.  

{photos via The Polished Pebble, Urban Grace, Velvet and Linen, Alice Lane}

Lovely entries

I love each one of these entry tables and accessories!  I think what I am drawn to is the simplicity and natural feel of each.  Soft tones of wood,  nice lighting and fresh greenery or flowers.

{photos via: 1 & 3: Velvet and Linen, 2: Paul Raeside, 4: House and Garden, 5: Carrier and Company}

Rustic Charm

I fell in love with the rustic charm this Houston home has and could definitely duplicate everything into my own home and be so happy.  The powder room mirror is behind an antique Italian window grille, and the old stone sink has dings and splotches which add character.  The crusty blue shutters add just enough color to this space and also creates privacy.  All of the warm tones of reclaimed wood and stone give the patio and indoor bar a cozy, inviting feeling.  Simple and classic.

{Photos via House Beautiful magazine April, 2010: scanned by me}