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K2 Kitchen’ s Jenny Provost is a thought leader in design innovation. We sat down with her to find out what makes a kitchen memorable.
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Q: For 2017, which design trend are you in love with?
Unconventional finish pairings are the real story of 2017. When several materials, sheens and textures are put together well, it’ s magic. Our Loft kitchen( cover) employs high gloss lacquer, natural veneers, stainless steel and laminates – and it works! The Calypso kitchen( page 11) has been a real success with its solid wood raised panels, back painted white glass, quarter cut walnut with high gloss finish and a beautiful custom blue stain and glaze that inspired the name.
Q: Is there a trend you could live without?
Yes, sparkly solid surface countertops. Our designs almost always incorporate solid surfaces and‘ green’ counters. I’ m not suggesting granite, as I prefer to leave mountains in tact – they don’ t grow back! But the addition of sparkling crystals to the solid surface mix is perplexing to me.
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