Kitchen • 15 Central Park W Unit 11L, New York, NY 10023
White shaker cabinets are gone. Smoked oak veneer uppers and matte deep grey-green lacquered lowers define the new space. Hardware disappears, replaced by integrated pulls.
The marble backsplash and counters give way to continuous dark soapstone. Light wood flooring is replaced by large-format dark grey-green porcelain tiles. Textured tile sections mark the peninsula area.
This kitchen reveals richness through a singular deep color palette.
Design Philosophy
The design embraces Tonal restraint. A singular color family explores material depth. Figurae dictionis creates visual interest through varied textures and sheens. This approach develops a quiet sensory experience, revealing richness without distraction.
Spatial Narrative
Your eye first registers the continuous dark soapstone wall. You walk across the textured dark grey-green tiles toward the integrated appliances. The peninsula invites casual seating, grounding the room.
Light Study
Morning light cuts across the deep tones, highlighting varied textures. As evening falls, perimeter cove lighting casts a soft glow upward. Under-cabinet task lighting illuminates work surfaces directly.
Living Vignette
A hand slides across the matte grey-green cabinet door. The smooth, cool soapstone supports a fresh bowl of fruit.
Material Palette
Smoked oak veneer: This surface feels smooth; its dark tone gains depth over time.
Matte deep grey-green lacquer: Its soft finish absorbs light; the color remains constant.
Polished dark grey-green soapstone: The cool surface develops a warm, subtle sheen with use.
