Kitchen & Bath Guide 2010

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as the pendulum swung from high design to no design when it comes to today’s

kitchens and baths? Absolutely not. What has happened is this: High-end design has combined with value-conscious design to create longerlasting spaces.

But, as all industry professionals agree, achieving this combination is a bit tricky. “You must get professional advice on kitchen and bath design to do this right,” says Jason Kontos, editor in chief, New York Spaces magazine. “There’s nothing worse than making an expensive mistake in your home, especially with a kitchen or bath.”

Value-conscious design doesn’t mean inexpensive or low quality products or service, experts are clear to point out. It does mean, however, spending a bit more money on—and time researching—quality materials and opting for simple, functional, low-maintenance design that will stand the test of time.

But, it wasn’t always like that in kitchen and bath design, when the focus seemed to center on aesthetics versus function. Experts all agree that many of the superfluous bells and whistles of yesterday’s kitchens and bathrooms may not make the cut in 2011. According to recent trend-spotting by the National Kitchen & Bath Association, luxury kitchens may still have beverage stations, but they are concealed; there may be bold colors in the space, but they are splashes of vibrancy as a backdrop to the broader stroke of more neutral tones; and granite may still be popular, but countertops are now being

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rather than opting for large and unusable

Combining High Design with Value-Conscious Design

streamlined,” says Kontos. “There are fewer fussy

expanses of stone. “No matter what the style, suburbs or city, kitchens now look cleaner and design distractions in kitchens and bathrooms.”

That doesn’t mean kitchen or bath design has become any easier. Renovating a kitchen or bath is still stressful, but designers and suppliers are acutely aware of the frustrations and report that they’ve revamped remodeling processes to make it smoother for clients. There’s more communication, fewer surprises, and higher levels of satisfaction when it comes to finished projects.

As you read about the local and highly trained and experienced design and service professionals in the following pages, you will see clear evidence of how they have shifted deeper into thoughtfully offering a blend of high design with value-

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N O VA S T U D I O I N T E R N AT I O N A L

A R C L I N E A K I T C H E N S , A D I V I S I O N O F N O VA S T U D I O I N T E R N AT I O N A L , I N N E W Y O R K , I S A N I N V E S T M E N T I N T I M E L E S S I TA L I A N D E S I G N A N D I N N O VAT I V E D E TA I L S T H AT M A K E A K I T C H E N T H E M O S T W E L C O M I N G S PA C E I N T H E H O U S E .

There is a reason behind every detail and design in Arclinea’s kitchen

designs, and it is artfully combined with other finishes and woods

cabinetry. Whether it’s a suspended herb-growing station or a height-

to create a warm collage of textures. Arclinea’s fine details include

adjustable dining table attached to an island, architect Antonio Citterio

warming countertops for keeping aromatic breads toasty and cooling

designed Arclinea as a functional luxury kitchen cabinetry line inspired

tops to serve chilled hors d’oeuvres. “It lets a host create a beautiful

by the most elegant commercial kitchens. It takes but a second to

presentation when entertaining, while keeping it highly functional,” says

admire a well-appointed commercial style kitchen for its clean and

Ahmed. “Clients are always wowed when they come into our showroom

streamlined design, ease of maintenance, stainless shine, and specialized

because they see an idea that was always on their wish list, but never

details that make it so functional. Citterio captured all of the mood and

knew existed until they see our kitchens.”

ambience of a five-star restaurant, along with the gleaming ease of stainless steel, in the Arclinea collection.

“The mindset of our trendsetting clients has changed to one of wanting value and a timeless investment that will hold up well without sacrificing high design and functionality,” says Nazneen Ahmed, Nova Studio’s showroom manager. “Gathering in the kitchen is a universal cultural experience, and Citterio designed a kitchen collection where families and guests can sit together with great ease.”

Stainless steel is one of the signature mediums for Arclinea’s

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THE MINDSET OF OUR

TRENDSETTING CLIENTS HAS CHANGED TO ONE OF WANTING VALUE AND A TIMELESS INVESTMENT THAT WILL HOLD UP WELL WITHOUT SACRIFICING HIGH DESIGN AND FUNCTIONALITY .

– Nazneen Ahmed, Nova Studio

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TH E FANTASTIC KITCHEN AND BAT H

A L L M I L M Ö O F F E R S U N S U R P A S S E D C U S T O M C A P A B I L I T I E S I N T H E L U X U R Y C O N T E M P O R A R Y K I T C H E N D E S I G N M A R K E T.

There may be no one that knows the luxury kitchen market better than

For 2011, Birkenfeld sees more kitchens designed with a combination

Allmilmö’s Lothar C. Birkenfeld. The company’s longtime CEO has

of finishes, whether it’s lacquer with veneer or lacquer with glass or

honed Allmilmö’s capacity to customize the top quality German-made

steel. But that’s why Allmilmö’s customization process stands as the

contemporary kitchen cabinetry, as well as European bathroom furniture,

company’s strongest suit. “According to the Webster dictionary, custom

to absolute perfection. “If a color, a type of wood, or a gadget doesn’t

means anything made or modified to personal taste,” adds Birkenfeld.

exist, we’ll find it, create it, or find an alternative for our clients,” says

From clients who prefer the look of flat, flush cabinetry without handles

Birkenfeld, who notes that interior designers love the creativity they can

or pulls to the homeowner who wants veneer crafted from a beloved

express when specifying an Allmilmö kitchen. “We haven’t had a request

family tree, Allmilmö has the unsurpassed custom capabilities to bring

for an unusual color yet because we offer so many colors already.”

original ideas to reality.

Allmilmö thrives on its ability to have complete quality control over its products because of its highly automated and advanced factory in

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Germany, which manufactures all kitchen cabinet parts, including fronts

IF A COLOR, A TYPE OF

WOOD, OR A GADGET DOESN’T

themselves. The products are so durable and well-made that Birkenfeld

EXIST, WE’LL FIND IT, CREATE

says that it’s not unusual for the company to get a call from a client with

IT, OR FIND AN ALTERNATIVE

a 30-year-old Allmilmö kitchen who simply needs a new door hinge. For

FOR OUR CLIENTS .

example, Allmilmö offers a lacquer finish which is at least seven layers

”

– Lothar C. Birkenfeld, Allmilmö

deep and air dried. That matters because air-dried lacquer is much more durable than a baked-on finish. Allmilmö’s expertise in the highest quality bookmatched veneer is legendary, as well.

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EAST HILL CABINETRY

SINCE DESIGNING OVER ONE HUNDRED PROJECTS, EAST HILL CABINETRY IS PROUD TO CLAIM 100 PERCENT S AT I S F A C T I O N F R O M E V E R Y C L I E N T.

Even in a tough economy, cabinet expert and East Hill Cabinetry owner

exclusive line of handcrafted, hand-joined custom cabinets. Every

Anthony Maucieri has managed to develop his business and become

detail of the collection is custom-designed by East Hill Cabinetry and

one of the most successful stories in kitchen and bath design over the

hand-built by Countryside Woodcraft, a team of Mennonite craftsmen

past decade. In fact, the company’s revenues have grown 2,600 percent

and a family-owned business located in Massachusetts. To maintain the

since opening its doors in 2007. At the age of 26, and with a background

highest quality, The Hidden Hills Collection can only be created for eight

steeped in cabinetry design and renovation, Maucieri has tapped into a

kitchens per year, and are installed by the craftsmen who constructed

need in Westchester homeowners who are seeking a kitchen and bath

them. “With a guaranteed lifetime warranty, our cabinets are designed

design firm with the highest level of service.

like furniture, made to outlast generations with complete precision and

While every renovation is stressful, East Hill is devoted to minimizing

careful attention to detail,” adds Maucieri.

the anxiety with its seamless process that bridges the gap between design and construction. Maucieri’s ability to understand, relate, and appropriately react to his clients’ demands comes from his many years of experience working with contractors. “I realized that there was a need in the marketplace for a different kind of renovation process,” says Maucieri about his decision to open a full-service showroom in

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CLIENTS RECEIVE PERSONAL SERVICE FROM A FAMILY BUSINESS WITH A SUPERB REPUTATION

Briarcliff Manor. “At East Hill, clients receive personal service from a

AND A COMPLETE

family business with a superb reputation and a complete dedication to

DEDICATION TO CUSTOMER

customer satisfaction.”

In addition to superior service and top-quality products, East

SATISFACTION .

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– Anthony Maucieri, East Hill

Hill Cabinetry has recently launched The Hidden Hills Collection, an

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Will Yours Be One of Them?

Presenting The Hidden Hills Collection Handcrafted custom cabinetry built to the highest standards. Exclusively at East Hill Cabinetry.

To reserve your appointment to view this exceptional new line, please call Anthony Maucieri at East Hill Cabinetry today.

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E L G O T K I T C H E N & B AT H F O R O V E R 6 5 Y E A R S , M A N H AT TA N H A S RELIED ON ELGOT FOR ITS EXPERTISE I N K I T C H E N A N D B AT H D E S I G N , P L A N N I N G , A N D I N S TA L L AT I O N U N I Q U E TO URBAN HOMES.

Designing kitchens and baths in Manhattan is certainly a challenge, but this family-owned, fullservice design firm and major appliance sales and installation company is well known for the years of experience it brings to New York City-specific projects. Elgot’s staff has the knowledge in handling issues unique to Manhattan’s residential projects, including small-space planning, air conditioning and major appliance installation, to working with arcane building codes and co-op regulations.

“Today, our Manhattan clients are looking for kitchen products that offer more quality and value than ever before,” says Ellen Elias, whose father and uncle founded Elgot over 65 years ago. “Value means having a kitchen or bath that is scaled back without compromising what you need to enjoy living in the space.”

Besides superior service and knowledge of what it takes to get a kitchen or bath built in the city, Elgot offers Manhattanites what they crave right now—cabinets with some of the bestavailable storage options. For example, Culinablu, one of Elgot’s newer cabinetry lines, has ample base cabinets, lift-up wall cabinet doors, and refined shelf designs so every available inch of space is used for storage. In addition, Elgot’s showroom features a large selection of appliances from Miele and Sub-Zero to Viking, Wolf, Bosch, and Gaggenau. Whatever configuration your space, Elgot’s team can help you select the right products at the right size to meet your unique kitchen and bath needs.

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TODAY, OUR

MANHATTAN CLIENTS ARE LOOKING FOR KITCHEN PRODUCTS THAT OFFER MORE QUALITY AND VALUE THAN EVER BEFORE .

– Ellen Elias, Elgot

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EUROPEAN KITCHEN CENTER FROM KITCHENS TO KIDS’ ROOMS, EUROPEAN KITCHEN CENTER’S BREADTH OF EXPERTISE IN QUALITY C O N T E M P O R A R Y I TA L I A N D E S I G N K E E P S E X PA N D I N G .

Manhattan kids can have the best of contemporary Italian design, too, when they have semi-custom bedroom furniture from the European Kitchen Center (EKC). “It’s tough to find quality and well-designed children’s furniture for small New York City spaces,” says Jim Pinkenberg of EKC. “Clients often find that buying lower-cost kids’ furnishings is just a bandage on a space problem.”

When a family of four moves into a twobedroom apartment, EKC’s solutions can help siblings live together in harmony in one room.

EKC’s solutions to the urban children’s bedroom dilemma include various configurations of semicustomized bedding, cabinetry, and platforms arranged to make every inch count with ample built-in workspace and storage. The furniture fits into small spaces like puzzle pieces, with layers of moveable components and cabinetry.

As in Italy, where a properly designed children’s furniture line is typically found in a design center carrying kitchen cabinetry, EKC has followed tradition. The children’s furniture line is an outgrowth of EKC’s modern Italian kitchen cabinetry line, Assim. “Our newest cabinet doors are now thicker, and shorter toe kicks make Assim look more like living room furniture than kitchen cabinetry,” adds Pinkenberg. The newest colors to complement the crisp, clean lines of Assim’s kitchen cabinets are Tobacco—a less-extravagant gold tone, and Hemp—a grayer beige that has an earthier hue.

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THE FURNITURE FITS INTO SMALL

SPACES LIKE PUZZLE PIECES, WITH LAYERS OF MOVEABLE COMPONENTS AND CABINETRY .

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– Jim Pinkenberg, EKC

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F O R A N U N R I VA L E D S E L E C T I O N O F K I T C H E N A N D B AT H P R O D U C T S A N D P L U M B I N G S U P P L I E S I N M A N H AT TA N , V I S I T O N E O F G R A N D E C E N T R A L S H O W R O O M S ’ F O U R C O N V E N I E N T L O C AT I O N S .

Grande Central Showrooms, a division of Central Plumbing Specialties, offers an unparalleled and diverse selection of quality products for kitchen and bath, from traditional and contemporary to transitional and eclectic. Its newest showroom on 56th Street in Manhattan caters expressly to architects and the design community, offering products from international designers such as Phillipe Starck, Sieger, Ross Lovegrove, and Norman Foster, plus Duravit, Lacava, Bissonnet, Grohe, Julien, Zucchetti, Villeroy & Boch, and KWC, just to name a few.

Warren Frankel, vice president, attributes the company’s growing success, even in a competitive economic climate, to its outstanding customer service, along with an enormous selection of products from numerous manufacturers. “Our showroom staff has extensive product knowledge because they are frequently trained in house by the manufacturers, and they can troubleshoot problems on any project,” Frankel adds.

Frankel and his showroom managers have seen a shift in customers’ wants and needs when it comes to kitchens and baths. “For example, many clients are leaving off the bells and whistles when designing second and third bathrooms,” says Frankel. “But they are choosing quality products. They understand that if they buy durable, high quality products, it will be less expensive for them in the long run.” But showroom managers agree that there is one luxury detail that appears to be popular for today’s bathrooms—the escutcheon, a protective plate that goes around shower trims and accessories.

For more ideas, tour all four of Grande Central Showrooms where you will see different displays unique to each destination.

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– Warren Frankel, Grande Central Showrooms

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New Yorkers have everything but space, and after over twenty years of modular system installations in Manhattan, techlineStudio’s motto remains “furniture that fits,” says Gavin Bromell, architect and company owner. “While we are offering a wider range of material and finish options than ever before, they are being deployed in ever-smaller spaces.”

In addition to an expanding demand for space-efficient design strategies, Gavin is seeing an increasing interest in environmentally sound solutions. “Our newest line of cabinetry, BREATH, is made from renewable bamboo veneers on formaldehyde-free substrates. When used with countertops of Paperstone, or quartz with recycled content, these cabinets are both beautiful and functional,” he adds.

Newer options from techlineStudio include metal cabinet door frames by Elements in six different profiles. Each profile accepts a wide range of insert materials, ranging from textured glass to Lumicor and Parapan acrylics.

Another popular option techlineStudio offers is high-gloss thermofoil fronts, which are a very cost effective and environmentally kinder alternative to high-gloss lacquer.

Coordinate your entire home with techlineStudio’s custom-fit cabinetry solutions for home offices, Murphy bed and entertainment units, libraries, children’s bedrooms, and, of course, pantries, bar areas, and kitchens.

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The New Dimensions team has extensive design/build experience spanning over 35 years. With that breadth of experience, New Dimensions Remodeling’s streamlined, stress-free process results in never having to go over the initiated cost of a project.

“There are no surprises—we never go over our quote on a project,” says owner Frank Branca, who adds that his staff is sensitive to fluctuating real estate values, and understands the true costs of alterations. “We specialize in working with you to put together the best possible project for the best return on your investment.”

New Dimensions Remodeling is also experienced in building green—and works with clients on environmentallysound design from material selection to material production. In addition, for every contract signed by New Dimensions Remodeling, a donation to various foundations that aid the homeless and support groups for breast and ovarian cancers will be made on behalf of their clients. Visit New Dimensions Remodeling’s Web site to view their portfolio, which includes kitchens, baths, new home construction, and additions.

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– Frank Branca, New Dimensions Remodeling

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Who is the newest quartz kid on the block? That would be Quartz Master, a division of American Stone Collection. Prepare to be dazzled when you walk through the doors of Quartz Master’s 225,000-square-foot showroom and warehouse, stocked with the most exquisite slabs of quartz in over 40 colors, and all with the lowest prices in the industry.

Quartz Master’s products have several outstanding features. Slabs are made with more than 93-percent natural quartz—the hardest non-precious stone—and bound together by resins. All 120-foot-by-64-foot slabs are usable, which eliminates clean cuts, creates less seaming, and offers more flexibility when it comes to design options. Since quartz is not prone to flaws that occur with natural stone, Quartz Master’s slabs create a visually consistent surface from end to end, and are easy to match for even the largest countertops. Compared to granite, quartz has superior resistance to heat, stains, scratches, and mold and mildew. It does not need to be sealed, and it cleans easily with soap and water or a mild detergent.

Quartz Master can be used for a variety of applications, not just for countertops, vanities, and backsplashes. The material is nonporous, easy to clean, sanitary, and maintenance free, making it ideal for toilet partitions, desktops, tub and shower surrounds, restaurant tables, bar and service areas, and even fireplace surrounds and mantels. Quartz Master’s products have a lifetime warranty.

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BRUCE NORMAN LONG INTERIOR DESIGN

BRUCE NORMAN LONG INTERIOR DESIGN KNOWS THE FINE ART OF CRAFTING A HIGH DESIGN KITCHEN AND B AT H T H AT W I L L N E V E R G O O U T O F S T Y L E .

Since launching his full-service interior design firm in 1993, Bruce

engineered stone, as well as soapstone, for countertops and islands. Those

Norman Long has honed his personal design philosophy. “A successful,

who want granite now prefer the matte look—and Long recently specified

professionally decorated home will look as if someone hasn’t been there,

a leathered granite top treatment for an ocean-front home.

but of course I have,” Long says about his well-known reputation for

For bathrooms, Long rarely deviates from white, beige, or gray.

sidestepping fads in favor of timeless design. “Nothing dates a house

“Fixtures and tile should never go out of style, but you can always add

like a trend-inspired kitchen or bathroom.”

personality to a bath with paint and accessories,” he says. But, trends do

From family-style kitchens for period homes to streamlined spaces for contemporary urban apartments, Long’s designs can be found from

have a place in powder rooms, Long adds. “That’s where I throw caution to the wind.”

Manhattan to abroad. Long says that kitchen design has evolved over time from the once popular glazed cabinetry finishes to that of solid paint colors such as warm putty or black. He also sees a return to simplicity. “Clients don’t want their kitchens to look like libraries anymore,” Long says, adding that he notices clients requesting

“

FIXTURES AND TILE SHOULD

NEVER GO OUT OF STYLE, BUT YOU CAN ALWAYS ADD PERSONALITY TO A BATH WITH PAINT AND ACCESSORIES .

”

– Bruce Norman Long, Bruce Norman Long Interior Design

more solid-wood kitchens, such as maple or oak. Clients are also more receptive to

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