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LIKE A SYMPHONY, THIS ELEGANT KITCHEN PLAYS ALL THE RIGHT NOTES FOR A FAMILY THAT LOVES TO COOK AND ENTERTAIN.

By Karen Kirk

October 2023

This stunning award-winning modern dream house build by Swanson Homes and designed by Dalia Carter of Carbon 6 Interiors boasts modern style and craftsmanship throughout. From the minute you set inside the home, the magnificent woodland views take your breath away and create a dramatic backdrop that sets the stage for a bright, open-concept floor plan composed of the kitchen, dining and living rooms.

Overall kitchen/dining/living room

Thoughtfully designed for family life and entertaining, it starts in the home’s kitchen, with all its simplicity, symmetry and warmth, where the tone is set for this sprawling modern farmhouse design. Composed with design notes including natural white oak floors, cabinetry and beams, modern metal finishes, a crisp white colour palette and large bright windows, the kitchen is an architectural symphony of sophisticated design, inviting style and high performance.

Let’s discuss the home’s inspiring design details further.

Straight-on kitchen view

2. Symmetry, an important design element in this kitchen is defined by a “floating wall” that features a Thermador 48-inch free-standing, stainless-steel gas range that takes centre stage and is flanked by open access to a walk-in pantry on one side and a study on the other.

Detail

3. From countertop to ceiling, the backsplash wall is clad in a horizontal pattern of alternating white gloss and matte subway tiles. The custom reeded white oak range hood, four floating shelves and lower cabinets add warm wood details. See more custom range hood designs here.

Side view of island + microwave

4. The countertops and charcoal-gray painted island with Thermador microwave are topped with durable polished white quartzite that features subtle gray veining. For a touch of understated elegance, the island’s sink faucet and white pendant lights have a modern brass finish. Mixing metal finishes, like stainless steel, black iron and brass in a space can instantly add detail and elevate a room’s decor.

View of fridge wall

5. The expansive fridge wall features an impressive run of tall white modern shaker-style upper cabinets over skillfully milled white oak drawers with black matte hardware. The matching paneled fridge wall is configured with built-in Thermador’s fridge and freezer columns and a luxe wine fridge to complete the balanced look for a kitchen ready for any family gathering.

Credits:

Builder: Swanson Homes

Designer: Dalia Carter, Carbon 6 Interiors

Photos: Spacecrafting Photography