I recently shared Snowberry’s kitchen renovation reveal.
Today I’m joining up with five amazing design bloggers to talk kitchen styling.
Be sure to pop over and see their kitchen styling tips …
all links shared at the end of this post.
Here’s how I styled Snowberry’s kitchen with my
less-is-more, simple, practical,no frills
(you get the picture) approach.
We could just as easily call it the Lazy Gal’s Guide to Kitchen Styling.
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Welcome to Snowberry’s Kitchen
If you have the good fortune to design your kitchen through a new build or remodel …
the styling begins in the design process.
During Snowberry’s design process we battled space constraints limiting our layout options.
What we got is a wide, galley-style kitchen.
Not the layout I wanted, but it works and is spacious and functional.
Once I accepted reality, I looked for ways to build interest and unique features into the design.
My number one tip for styling your kitchen …
let the design elements in your space lead the way.
I used glass front uppers to break up a long cabinet run in our galley-style kitchen.
This was the perfect way to display our everyday, white dishes from Crate & Barrel
and it makes me smile every time I walk into the kitchen.
The top shelves showcase pieces from my cake stand
and pitcher collections.
Jim and I are addicted to Ocho organic candy’s.
The dark chocolate and coconut is our favorite and we buy it in bulk.
I keep it in a big glass canister
right out on the countertop.
It’s easier to keep track of our inventory this way. Because it’s a disaster if we run out.
And, yes, this counts as styling.
You can’t go wrong with a potted plant.
I found this woven cement planter at Target. I love the uneven rim.
The eucalyptus plant is faux … no worries about over or under watering.
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Everything and the Kitchen Sink
The window above our kitchen sink makes me happy. It opens out like an awning.
Don’t you think it’s nice to have a view when doing tedious chores?
Jim custom ordered this oversized, walnut cutting board for my chopping and dicing station.
It creates continuity with the walnut drip ledge and butcher block countertop
at the far end of the kitchen.
I chose a very clean look for our sink deck … just a single-hole faucet and water dispenser.
I debated the water dispenser but so many people recommended it, I had to say yes.
So far it’s a hit.
In keeping with the clean and simple theme, I added a small, marble tray and scrub brush
from Studio McGee alongside an amber, glass soap dispenser found on Etsy.
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- Newport Brass Faucet & Water Dispenser
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- Newport Brass Faucet
The thing that excites me more than anything about our kitchen is the under-sink drip ledge.
Drip rail, drip ledge … whatever you call it I’m a fan.
Not only do I love the look and function, but it brings in a natural element
that tones down the green cabinetry
… and it ties this section of the kitchen to the built-in buffet at the far end.
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The Other Side of the Galley
The other side of the galley houses our refrigerator and range.
Our appliances (refrigerator and dishwasher) got the cabinet panel treatment
and I adore the look.
(And I don’t miss cleaning stainless steel.)
I’ve never done it before. Why not … I don’t know?!
It’s fabulous.
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- Paneled Refrigerator
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- Paneled Dishwasher
The Range
Can we consider the pot filler a styling element? Yes, we can.
I wanted a clean look for the marble backsplash
and had all electrical outlets installed under the upper cabinets.
Jim had this cutting board custom made too.
It fits perfectly over the griddle cover.
I like to have wooden spoons and spatulas handy and keep them in a ceramic utensil holder
on top of the cutting board.
So easy to grab and stir.
My Le Creuset Dutch Oven is almost always on top of the range because … I use it …
All. The. Time.
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Do you keep your stand mixer on your countertop or behind closed doors?
I keep mine out.
It’s heavy and a pain in the neck to carry or lift. Plus it takes up a quite a bit of cabinet space.
But, the real reason is I love looking at it.
I still recall the thrill of getting my first
KitchenAid mixer.
I wanted one so badly, but they were (are) expensive.
My step-daughters gave it to me for Christmas.
I don’t think I’ve been so excited over a gift
before or since.
Wait, the next year they gave me a KitchenAid food processor and that was pretty great too.
Forget diamonds. Small kitchen appliances are this girl’s best friend.
My favorite styling tip … seasonal fruits and veggies.
In a cute bowl.
I have a collection of wooden and ceramic bowls in all sizes … they look beautiful filled with apples, oranges, artichokes or whatever’s in season.
I found this shallow, wooden bowl at Elsie Green last summer.
It’s the latest addition in my collection.
Today it’s holding onions, shallots and garlic which I’ll be using later today.
One one of my nieces gave me this cookbook stand, over a decade ago, and it’s been a staple on my kitchen counter ever since.
I keep tear outs and printed recipes on it and cover them up with favorite cookbooks.
I change the cookbook for the season with whatever seems to fit the time of year
or looks good with the fruit and veggies on the counter.
Here’s the same corner styled for fall … or winter.
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And, over to the right we have … ta da … knives, salt cellar and pepper mill,
an old fashioned digital timer and … more cooking utensils.
Whisks and such.
Looking at these photos I see the need for some culling of utensils.
Have you seen the Netflix documentary, The Minimalists?
Perhaps its time get onboard with their 30-day challenge … starting with kitchen utensils.
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The Buffet
At the far end of the kitchen is our built-in buffet … and cookbook shelves.
Stying elements in their own right.
To differentiate the built-in buffet, we added a bead to the cabinet frame,
and a walnut butcher block counter top.
I’ve always wanted a butcher block counter.
For some reason Jim was opposed.
He loves it now. Go figure.
Anyway, this space is our designated coffee
(and cocoa) station.
And, holder of my cookbook collection.
The drawers beneath contain my mom’s china and my blue and white dishes.
My favorite kitchen styling tip applies here too … a bowl of seasonal
– and photogenic –
fruits or vegetables.
A buffet for all seasons.
Artichokes = spring
Apples = fall
Pomegranates = holidays
Our citrus trees need harvesting so by this weekend … a bowl of limes and lemons.
Last but not least … my cookbook collection!
Window Treatments
Ralph Lauren’s Emeline Stripe fabric in Leaf is perfection with
Farrow & Ball’s Vert de Terre cabinet paint (color matched by Benjamin Moore).
Mary Ann from Classic Casual Home sourced the fabric and worked with her drapery fabricator
to create Roman shades for our kitchen and dining areas.
Don’t miss MaryAnne’s kitchen styling tips … linked at the end of this post.
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Art
Do you love the look of art in a kitchen?
Instagram overflows with photos of beautiful paintings propped on kitchen countertops.
It’s a look that makes my heart go all aflutter.
That may not be a word, but you know what I mean.
Why don’t I have art casually leaning against my countertops?
Well, I don’t have a ton of space and I’d probably splash tomato sauce all over it.
But, have no fear … there is art at Snowberry!
I purchased this piece when I lived in Sonoma.
Michael Holland is a wonderful Sonoma Country artist.
It’s Gehricke Road leading to the famed
Los Chamizal Vineyard.
And, it cleverly disguises our electrical panel.
How about that?
The Laundry
You heard me right … laundry. In the kitchen.
What should have / could have been our kitchen pantry turned into a laundry closet.
I wrote all about how we got from A to Z in my kitchen renovation reveal.
In addition to laundry accoutrement, the shelves also contain cleaning supplies
as well as our dog’s food, medicines and assorted paraphernalia.
Thankfully, these woven baskets and metal baskets from our Fidalgo Island pantry
fit perfectly into this space and stylishly contain the chaos.
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On My Styling Wish List
Now that we’ve lived in Snowberry for nearly a year, and the kitchen is well broken in …
thanks pandemic …
there are a couple items on my wish list that fall into the styling category.
Adding an area rug in front of the sink
Adding a countertop lamp on the right side of the buffet.
So, there you have it.
Snowberry’s newly renovated kitchen …
styled for it’s close up.
Thank you to the design bloggers extraordinaire
Cindy, MaryAnne, Annie, Carla and Kim
for including me in their Project Design series.
It’s been so much fun!
Now off you go to visit their blogs and see how these talented women styled their kitchens.
Maybe I’ll get some rug and lamp ideas.
PIN THIS POST
Valentine’s Day is just three days away!
How will you celebrate?
Here’s how I gussied up Snowberry’s front porch and threw an imaginary tea party!
Oh look, the cookbook shelves create a pretty backdrop for my tea tray.
As always, I appreciate your visit and I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.
Happy Valentine’s Day from Snowberry!
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Photos by Monica Vargas Photography
Juliet your kitchen is absolute perfection. I am embarrassed to showcase my 30 year old kitchen alongside this gorgeous beauty! You have just the right amount of styling so it looks practical, stylish and workable. Thank you so much for joining us and sharing your gorgeous kitchen!
Cindy … I had so much fun participating, you are so gracious to include me. Now, as to your amazing kitchen … what are you talking about? It’s fabulous … and suits your home perfectly. Plus, it’s the ultimate #thecollctedlook. I love it! xo
What a fabulous kitchen! Great color and I love the cabinet pulls. Your materials are really gorgeous and so is the styling. Congrats on this beautiful space! (So jealous of the coffee bar.:-)
Carla! Thank you so much … appreciate the kind word from a REAL designer! xo
Juliet you did such a beautiful job with your kitchen and I love that you went with the green instead of the usual. It makes such a difference and the pulls and all the details are lovely. The counter material is (is that stone or fabricated?) gorgeous and I love how you used it on the backsplash too. Just clean and perfect. I wish I had a space for the cookbooks and the coffee station! It was fun doing this with you!
Hi Kim! Yes, it was fun and so interesting to see how everyone approaches the topic. Clearly I am not a designer! You’re kitchen is amazing and you are so thoughtful with your styling touches. Our countertops and backsplash are Calacatta Caldia marble. Marble is not for sissies. We said NEVER again … and then look what we did. Jim is insane by the inevitable markings and stains. As you know, being at home and cooking more … when I say our countertops are broken in … I mean it literally. Oh well … it still looks nice in photos. And I don’t anyone but us (ahem … Jim) notices the imperfections. xo
Juliet, your kitchen is so fresh looking. Now I want to go clean my kitchen so I can style it!
Thanks, Sharon! Just do what I do and pull out some fruits and veggies. Et voila … styled! xo
I absolutely LOVE your kitchen. The cabinet color, the countertops, the styling. It’s just gorgeous!!!! I think food must taste better prepared in a pretty kitchen. Thanks for sharing with us!!
Hi Robbin … I never considered that … but I’m going to make sure my husband knows that my cooking has elevated and he should appreciate it more. Because … look where it came from!!! xo
Juliet, I LOVED this tour. so fun to savor each photo and your thought process! Sounds like Howard would love those chocolates! I would too. What a great idea to bring out a cookbook according to the season…keeping it fresh! I am going to copy you! So glad you could do this with us!
Mary Ann
Not styling related, but do I see a hidden range hood/vent fan over the stove? If so, could you please provide the source and tell us if you like it or not? You could dedicate a post to that and your love/hate relationship with pot fillers!
Yes, me and pot fillers … it’s complicated! We have a Vent-A-Hood. It’s a serious hood and not cheap. But, I’ve had issues in the past with hoods not doing their job. This one gets the jobs done and I’d definitely buy it again. xo
I DONOT HAVE THAT Julia Reed COOKBOOK!!!
I have fond MEMORIES of moving here from ITALY and finding the MIXER that ALL HAD but was over $300.00 at TARGET for $99.00!!! I still have it and it works well………..that was 25 years ago.
Your kitchen is THE PRIZE.The Newest Kitchen and probably KNOWING YOU the MOST THOUGHT OUT KITCHEN!
I want to try a candy from the JAR…………..never seen them!Did you say DARK CHOCOLATE?THE ITALIAN LOVES DARK CHOCOLATE!
A BEAUTIFUL POST with GREAT HUMOR and personal treasures!
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Oh my gosh, you DON’T?! You must get it IMMEDIATELY. You can borrow mine in the meantime. Yes, the Italian might LOVE Ochos … dark chocolate with coconut filling. Organic. And bite sized so no danger of going overboard. Something about having individual wrappers stops me from having more. Now, if it was candy bar size I would NOT stop at one bite! xo
I love, love, love your kitchen. The color is so fresh and inviting. Great styling tips.
Hi Marty! Thanks so much … I appreciate your kind words! xo
Your kitchen is terrific. I love the fresh green color with white for a kitchen. I had a galley kitchen once and I actually found it to be the best layout for working. My Kitchenaid mixer is white and always on the counter, it is too heavy to put away and I use it more if it”s out. I keep on baking ingredients and tools right underneath for easy baking access. Thanks for showing us your beautiful kitchen Juliet.
Patricia … you’re right, no one wants a galley kitchen but it’s an amazing style for serious cooks. I actually don’t mind it … I grew up with a galley kitchen and it works! Those KitchenAids are so heavy … I admire anyone who takes them in and out of cupboards. I’m way too lazy! xo
Juliet, I love your new kitchen! The color of the cabinetry with the brass hardware is stunning! I love the idea of the drip railman or edge under the farm sink! I wish mine had that! So many beautiful elements!
Your kitchen is so beautiful. I would dearly have loved to have glass fronted upper cabinets but my kitchen has very few walls so there was no room. I love how you’ve styled everything – simple, clean but very stylish. Just wonderful.
You have such a gorgeous sense of style Juliet. Your kitchen is so amazing!
Hi Juliet,
Sorry I’m so late leaving a comment. But I do want to let you know how much I enjoy your posts, and your sense of humor cracks me up every time.
Your kitchen is divine, so clean and tidy and calming. You’ve thought everything out perfectly. I love the use of natural wood, the soft green, the wood clad appliances. (Just cleaned all my stainless steel, in my next life I will cover them with wood, too!) You have plenty of room and the ideal layout to create lovely meals. I envy that fabulous stove with the pot filler! I like the separation of the bar/coffee area and the cookbook storage area, too. Really efficient and looks so good.
Just an FYI, individual wrapping doesn’t stop me from grabbing a handful of whatever I’m craving. If it’s out in a glass jar I would be walking around with chocolate stains around my mouth all day!!
You should see my utensil pot next to the stove top if you think yours needs culling!! I say, you don’t have enough gadgets hanging out in that little container!
My KitchenAid mixer is in it’s own cabinet, on a little elevator type shelf. I just lift up the shelf whenever I need to use the mixer, it’s all plugged in and ready to go. This was a perfect solution for me. So at least one of my appliances is hidden! I can relate to your joy at receiving the mixer, I remember when I was gifted the mixer by my parents. I was so happy to finally have one I cried!
I’m, that’s enough, sorry for the novel!
XO Heidi
Your kitchen is perfection, just like you! The cabinet color is divine! I love the custom cutting board and how it coordinates with the beautiful butcher block countertop of the buffet. The cookbook collection, utensils in crocks, plant and seasonal produce displayed—all so lovely! No doubt, many delicious meals will be prepared in the splendid Snowberry kitchen!
You have a lovely kitchen! I really enjoyed reading your post!