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Why This Works

July 5, 2012 by Amber Filed Under: why works series Leave a Comment

Happy Thursday and welcome to the series Why This Works… where I highlight a designed space and discuss what I love. Today’s space is a first for this series, since I never wrote about kitchens. Kitchens, as we all know, are the heart of the home. It’s where we all congregate, chat and linger for hours. And when the space is eclectic, inspiring and fun- all the better! This gorgeous kitchen was done by designer Jennifer Dyer of Jeneration Interiors. I have spoken about her work on this blog before. I love how she uses warm and cool tones together in a space and eloquently mixes traditional with modern. I am currently working on an e-design with a similar style, so her site is great inspiration. And here is the kitchen… enjoy!

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What’s not to love about this space? Let’s start with the beautiful trellis graphic on the wall. I love that it is done in black and white. It adds such drama to the space. The white is then seen again in the gorgeous cabinetry, backsplash and island countertop. Warmer woods are then brought in to soften the space and give it a more eclectic feel. I love that the island is a different color than the rest of the kitchen cabinets. It makes it feel as if it’s a piece of furniture. The seating area also has warm wood tones, with its gorgeous armoire. The eye catching accessory in the space are the boxwood plants on top of the armoire. I love this shade of green against the black and white wall. The green is then repeated in the kitchen area with fresh fruit and on the ottoman mixed in with beautiful hydrangeas. The sitting area is made more cozy and intimate with its upholstered seating and tufted ottoman. The white pleated trim detail on the ottoman doesn’t go unnoticed on these eyes. I love it! I adore the hints of graphic print in this room, as in the wall and the kitchen area rug. It’s just the right amount and is balanced out by all of the white and solid upholstery. Overall, this space works! To see more of Jennifer’s work, visit here.
What are your thoughts??
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A different room angle you don’t always see… o A different room angle you don’t always see… our little kitchen dining area behind the sectional. I love this new oversized vase for my (faux!) hydrangeas. Thanks @ballarddesigns !! #amberbdesignathome #coastalliving #mybhghome #hgtv #howyouhome #myballardstyle #yespb
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The new chandelier shades came in!! I wasted no ti The new chandelier shades came in!! I wasted no time putting them up and I’m so glad I went with them. Amazing quality and scale. The chandelier looks so much bigger for this space. The second image shows the before, so you can also compare! Sometimes, you don’t have to replace the whole light fixture. One new, small idea can make all the difference. Thanks so much @frontgate #amberbdesignathome #coastalliving #hgtv #bhghome #loveyourhabitat #diningroom
I’m excited for some chandelier shades to arrive I’m excited for some chandelier shades to arrive for our dining room fixture. This light was here when we moved in and I think adding the cream shades will make the chandelier look bigger in scale and just give it a new look! Stay tuned… #amberbdesignathome #coastalliving #sharemygrandin #yespb #myballardstyle #howyouhome #bhghome #hgtv #diningroom
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