Shown above, a beautiful kitchen is the end result of a homeowner who wanted all the rustic charm of a timber frame home but also one that would incorporate authentic materials, uncluttered lines, and accommodate contemporary decor with style. This seaside vacation home does all of that and more with its blend of raw wood timbers and sleek modern touches.
While we love all things “vintage” here at Barn Light Electric, sometimes an older home just needs updating. Such was the case for this 1960s-era structure in Glenbrook, Nevada which recently underwent a transformation. The homeowners went from a dark, outdated interior into a 3,700-square-foot, light-filled lake house. While freshening everything from the walls to the furniture to the lighting, the homeowners turned to the past for inspiration and installed reclaimed redwood bath consoles, recycled glass countertops, and repurposed furniture.
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All this inviting industrial farmhouse kitchen in County Kerry, Ireland needs is a red-headed cook clutching a recipe for bangers and mash! Anyone who loves to create in the kitchen would be right at home in this cozy environment with its warm wood tones and creamy walls accented by the many pots, pans, and kitchen gadgets. As in many farmhouse kitchens, these items are within easy reach from the hanging pots above to the spices, spoons, and other cooking utensils located right over the stove. Everything you need is within an arm’s length. Read More »
Some people may shy away from a black-and-white design for a kitchen thinking it too stark and cold for what is often the very heart of a home. This beautiful vintage kitchen, however, shows what the perfect lighting and accents can do for a space. The sleek black granite countertops and black painted oak cabinets provide a pleasant contrast against the white plank walls. The touch of silver from the stainless steel appliances lends a modern hint to the room. But it is the industrial accents that really give the space some character. Along with the industrial stool, plumbing pipe fittings hung on the back wall make an unusual display and add interesting depth and texture that no painting and sketch could afford. Read More »
Many kitchens tend to be busy, cluttered places what with countertop appliances, cooking utensils, and bowls of fruit lying about. Lighting in this room needs to serve both aesthetic and functional needs without adding to the general noise of this most-used room in the house. Interior designers typically recommend three types of lighting, especially in the kitchen — ambient or general lighting, task lighting such as over a counter, sink or table, and accent lighting which is used to highlight certain features of the room such as artwork.
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The industrial farmhouse rage continues to gather steam with interior designers, remodeling gurus, and DIYers all searching for the perfect vintage industrial pieces to complete the look of their kitchens, bathrooms, and other living spaces. Not confined to big city lofts or restaurants, the industrial look can be incorporated into almost any style home to give it a vintage feel yet with fresh, updated touches. Read More »
