plaster hood, a two-tone island with open
cross-end panels, and oak cabinets in
modern grey-toned finish.
We designed a custom hood using a
reclaimed wood wrap around the base.
By giving it a slight curve, we were able
to provide a hint of that French country
feel (without going over the top). We also
incorporated some of that vibe via our
selections for lighting, faucets, and
hardware. All were done in a rustic copper
tone to compliment the iron chandeliers’
raw metal in the adjacent space, but with
a classic profile to help tie the two styles
together.
The pendant lights might be my favorite
element of the project. They have a
fantastic glow in person thanks to the
copper interior of the shade, and they feel
100 years old (even though they are brand
new fixtures!)
Another big concern was durability and
ease of use, as the owners often rent the
home during Ski Season. They didn’t want
to skimp on the beautiful natural materials
they wanted, but they also didn’t want to
be constantly dealing with damage from
renters - or be forced to provide a long list
of instructions for them. For this reason,
we used open shelving for everyday dinner
& glassware, so there was no confusion
about where those were located. We
wrapped the back of the island in plaster
to coordinate with the hood, as they’d
had damage to the island in the past from
“kicking feet”. This finish is super-durable.
As a bonus, the plaster helps to brighten
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