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Kitchen Styling – How I Styled Snowberry’s Kitchen

February 10, 2021 By Juliet 26 Comments

Galley Style Kitchen

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.

This post includes affiliate links for your convenience at no additional cost to you. You can read my full disclosure policy here.

Kitchen faucet, cutting board, oranges

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.

Sage Kitchen Cabinets with Glass Fronts

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.

GET THE LOOK –

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.

Kitchen faucet and cutting board

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.

Kitchen Sink with Drip Ledge Cutting Board
Newport Brass Faucet & Water Dispenser
Kitchen Faucet and Soap Dispenser
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.

Apron Front Sink and Drip Ledge

GET THE LOOK –

The Other Side of the Galley

The other side of the galley houses our refrigerator and range.

Sage Kitchen Cabinetry, 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.

Paneled Refrigerator
Paneled Refrigerator
Paneled Dishwasher
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.

Wolf 48" Duel Fuel Range

 

Range Left

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.

Kitchen Aid Mixer Cookbook and vegetable bowl

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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Cookbook and Oranges

 

Range Right

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.

Kitchen Counter Vignette

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.

GET THE LOOK –

The Buffet

At the far end of the kitchen is our built-in buffet … and cookbook shelves.

Stying elements in their own right.

Built-in Kitchen Buffet and Coffee Station

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.

Built-in Buffet and Coffee Station

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!

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Snowberry May 2020_ 0047

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.

Coffee Station and Roman Shade

GET THE LOOK –

 

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?

Michael Holland Painting

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.

Laundry Closet

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.

GET THE LOOK –

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.

CINDY HATTERSLEY DESIGN
CLASSIC CASUAL HOME
MOST LOVELY THINGS
CARLA ASTON DESIGNED
 
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA STYLE

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Kitchen Pin Collage

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.

Tea. Tray and Cookbooks

As always, I appreciate your visit and I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.

Happy Valentine’s Day from Snowberry!

 

SHOP THE POST 

Photos by Monica Vargas Photography

 

 

 



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  1. cynthiahattersley says

    February 11, 2021 at 6:21 am

    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!

    Reply
    • Juliet says

      February 11, 2021 at 7:49 am

      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

      Reply
  2. Carla Aston says

    February 11, 2021 at 7:35 am

    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.:-)

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    • Juliet says

      February 11, 2021 at 7:47 am

      Carla! Thank you so much … appreciate the kind word from a REAL designer! xo

      Reply
  3. kim says

    February 11, 2021 at 8:13 am

    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!

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    • Juliet says

      February 11, 2021 at 6:42 pm

      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

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  4. Sharon Rexroad says

    February 11, 2021 at 8:33 am

    Juliet, your kitchen is so fresh looking. Now I want to go clean my kitchen so I can style it!

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    • Juliet says

      February 11, 2021 at 6:38 pm

      Thanks, Sharon! Just do what I do and pull out some fruits and veggies. Et voila … styled! xo

      Reply
  5. Robbin says

    February 11, 2021 at 8:45 am

    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!!

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    • Juliet says

      February 11, 2021 at 6:37 pm

      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

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  6. classiccasualhome says

    February 11, 2021 at 9:11 am

    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

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  7. judith says

    February 11, 2021 at 10:43 am

    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!

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    • Juliet says

      February 11, 2021 at 6:36 pm

      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

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  8. LA CONTESSA says

    February 11, 2021 at 12:11 pm

    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!
    XX

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    • Juliet says

      February 11, 2021 at 6:35 pm

      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

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  9. Marty says

    February 11, 2021 at 12:25 pm

    I love, love, love your kitchen. The color is so fresh and inviting. Great styling tips.

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    • Juliet says

      February 11, 2021 at 6:32 pm

      Hi Marty! Thanks so much … I appreciate your kind words! xo

      Reply
  10. Patricia says

    February 11, 2021 at 12:33 pm

    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.

    Reply
    • Juliet says

      February 11, 2021 at 6:32 pm

      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

      Reply
  11. Annie Diamond says

    February 11, 2021 at 7:53 pm

    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!

    Reply
  12. Carol Karl says

    February 12, 2021 at 1:02 am

    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.

    Reply
  13. kim@shiplapandshells says

    February 14, 2021 at 3:24 pm

    You have such a gorgeous sense of style Juliet. Your kitchen is so amazing!

    Reply
  14. Heidi says

    February 15, 2021 at 11:16 am

    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

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  15. Shelley Wells says

    February 16, 2021 at 12:11 am

    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!

    Reply
  16. thefloweringfarmhouse says

    February 20, 2021 at 8:08 am

    You have a lovely kitchen! I really enjoyed reading your post!

    Reply

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Looks like it will be a cool and rainy one here in Northern California ... but the sun is shining right now and a little humming bird is buzzing outside my window. Jim recently hung a humming bird feeder on the tree outside our front door. So far the little birdies don't seem interested.

When I was younger, a lot younger, I got really excited for Valentine's Day. I remember being at the office glancing nervously toward reception wondering if the next bouquet delivery would be for me. One year I scored three ... but that's a story for another day. 

Many years ago, Piers Morgan took over Larry King's time slot on CNN. He didn't last long, he was terrible and I'm not a fan. But, he did make a habit of asking an interesting question of his celebrity guests. 'How many times have you been properly in love?'

It is an interesting question, right? 'Properly.' It certainly got me thinking and my answer turned out to be quite surprising.

So, with Valentine's Day upon us I ask you ... how many times have you been properly in love?

You don't have to tell me ... unless you want to. I'm just throwing it out there as food (or chocolate) for thought. Your answer may surprise you too.

Happy Valentine's Day, friends! Thanks for following me. It means a lot.

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Today on the blog I'm linking up with some amazing Today on the blog I'm linking up with some amazing design bloggers to share our kitchen styling tips.

Click the link in my profile to read the post and then follow the links to see how everyone else is styling their kitchens. 

I'm prepared to learn a lot from these talented woman ... by the end of the day I'll be rearranging everything at Snowberry.

A big thanks to -

@cindyhattersley 
 @classiccasualhome 
@most_lovely_things 
@carlaaston 
@northerncalstyle 

for including me in the group. It's been so much fun. As a newbie, I'm nervous ... and hope I don't screw up!

How do you style your kitchen? 
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Cabinets: F&B Vert de Terre
Millwork & Trim: BM White Opulence

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My weekend closet organization project never got o My weekend closet organization project never got off the ground. Or, more accurately, out of the bathtub. What? 

Our tub is filled with bags from @thecontainerstore and @kendrascott with  organizational pieces to help me get my jewelry corralled. It's all useless sitting in bags ... in the tub. 

Jim wondered - out loud - if the bags might find their way out of the tub over the weekend. Looks like the answer is no.

I bought these acrylic dividers for the closet in our Fidalgo Island house ... thank goodness they work at Snowberry too. I love organization helpers and I love being organized. I'm just not as excited about the process of getting there.

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