victorian

Pink and white dominate this unique "Victorian" style kitchen. It lies within a home that reflects a former, romantic era: rooms brimful of heirlooms, books, gilded picture frames, fragile porcelains, dolls, ornaments of filigree and lace and other charming oddments. Wall treatments and draperies are whimsical with delicate patterns and airy appeal.

The planning of this kitchen was fairly straightforward. The client had a vision of soft blue furniture pieces with open shelving along the back wall (absent in these photos). The U-shaped section was dedicated to displaying the elaborate appliances and plumbing fixtures chosen as well as maintaining the functional work spaces necessary for the practical ease of food preparation.

However, adding and integrating the detail elements was a real challenge. I had never experienced this type of project before and had to research the Victorian style. I presented options to the client and she made selections; always adding another layer of decoration.

From Ogee-edged pink Corian countertops to fluted posts to highly detailed leaded glass door inserts to wide, delicately intricate cornice moldings layered upon other moldings to hardware, corbels and elaborate white on white embossed backsplash tiles, the client confidently proceeded with her choices.

The result was a luxurious, yet peaceful space; exciting the eye with unique ornaments and layer upon layer of interesting detail.