Canadian Contractor - July-August 2015

KITCHENS
Aesthetic lines are simpler so you have to add texture to the
design for interest, Westeroth says. Riff-cut oak, for example, is a
popular way to add texture and warmth.
“People want modern with warmth,” Binns says. “They love
simple lines and a well-organized kitchen.”
Easy-to-access storage
The popularity of cooking shows, Binns says, has influenced how
people live in their homes now. Decades ago, guests would not have
seen anything happening in the kitchen. Dinner would magically
appear at the dining room table. But now, kitchens are integrated
with family rooms as part of an entertainment hub. A well-organized
kitchen is key to keeping it uncluttered. Efficient use of space, not
necessarily more space, is key: “More storage isn’t always the
answer,” Binns says.
“A galley kitchen is the best way to cook, really. Everything
Top: A stunning kitchen in the showroom of Eggersmann
Toronto. It combines the beauty of wood grain with
ultra-modern streamlining.
Above: Anthony Binns and Victoria Shaw,
principals, Eggersmann Toronto.
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