“ WOW ” FACTOR The sleek handleless cabinets were achieved by welding aluminum extrusion with black powder coat .
Urban downsizing has become stylish and condo renovations are on the increase . To overhaul this closed-off Osborne Village space , designers of Fireside Design Build Inc . removed the wall between the kitchen and living room to create one open area .
The weight bearing wall dividing the island is wrapped in custom blackened steel and decorated with herb garden , glow lights and a metal pot rack
that finish and finesse the look . Blackened steel also dresses the entry-way to give the whole space cohesion . Smoky concrete counters are sleek and have drainage cut outs to ensure minimum clutter .
To maintain an open and airy look , the storage designs includes transparent mesh shelves to house nonperishable foods . Rich wood is used abundantly to warm up the steel and concrete finishes - achieving an industrial yet cozy loft look .
BACKSPLASH White Ceramic backsplash adds a polished element . Ceratec Feng Shui .
LOWER CABINETRY Stained White Oak , Watson Custom Cabinets .
SHELVING Metal mesh shelving inspired by a butcher ’ s shop from the industrial era . Custom diamond lathe steel on welded steel frame with black powder coat .
UPPER CABINETRY Cold rolled steal applied with black finish and wax sealer .
COUNTERTOPS Substantial and durable island . Thick polished concrete . Square Prairie .
HARDWARE Aluminum provides blacksplash behind the sink . ciao ! / oct / nov / two thousand seventeen 25