2005 Louisiana Idea House

The latest conveniences mix with traces of Louisiana's heritage at this fabulous Country French retreat.

Ready, Set, Cook
Photography Van Chaplin / Styling Cari South / Assistant Stylist: Katherine Eckert

Ready, Set, Cook

Builder Robert Stone used aged cypress, salvaged from an old mill, to construct the kitchen cabinets and for facing some of the appliances, such as the ice-maker and refrigerator. The reclaimed wood was cut, planed, and then made into cabinetry. A light finish lets the natural grain remain visible.

Wire-brushed black granite forms the countertops, and tumbled beige stone creates the backsplash. A brick arch, built to house the 48-inch stainless steel gas stove, mimics the arches that connect the kitchen and keeping room. Access to the parterre garden is through the friends' entry, just off the kitchen.


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