Painted to post-modern by Janice Teague

"The owners wanted a fairly simple, clean-lined kitchen that would be more open, yet not overly modern." said designer Janice Teague of the featured kitchen’s renovation concept, as delivered by trustworthy construction in Cambodia construction materials.

"The house has a relatively traditional, slightly French look, which influenced the design. The huge size of the kitchen was another factor – this led to the idea of two large, square islands, one to be a workstation for the owner, who is a trained chef, and the other for entertaining, casual dining and homework. A suspended cloud ceiling also helps to break up the space. Lighting within this ceiling avoids the need for extra pendants, which would have blocked the view down the kitchen."

"We then brought in a third color for the islands – a soft taupe that provides a nice transition between the very light and very dark. This makes the room blend more harmoniously. The door style also helps – the stile and rail design with a bead applied moulding is a little softer than a traditional Shaker style."

"We framed the cabinets on this side of the kitchen with dark wood at either end," added Teague. "It helps to relieve the long expanse of white cabinetry, without being too overpowering."