Not where I’d stick my books but it looks nice enough.
darksideofthemoon131
Very sterile. Even with the light, it feels cold, too many different shades of beige.
Edit- I looked at the before and kinda like that better. To each their own I guess.
firstname_m_lastname
That tile looks slimy and gross.
My_Diet_DrKelp
Why put your books there
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5/10
poundtown1997
Why spend the money on gorgeous zellige tile like that and have it under a great flood of natural light, and NOT go for a bold non-neutral color….. crazy.
Good_Confection_3365
Very nice. Ignore the rude comments. Some people just have nothing nice to say.
WendolaSadie
Really interesting palette and use of zelige tile. Thanks for posting!
dmancrn
This tile is not good
teenagejesusnthejerk
Horrible
whatafuckinusername
Can’t say I dig the tiles’ color but the overall style is nice
SkootchDown
I don’t care if that tile is “supposed” to look like that or not. It looks like a diy project gone wrong.
ladykansas
It’s beautiful and functional, although not necessarily every design choice I’d make. But — not my home and real life is a compromise.
It is certainly a more “family friendly” layout — there’s space for an actual dining table at dining height instead of a couple eating at a counter-height breakfast bar. As a parent, you want a table. And you could put a pack-and-play or small safe temporary play space in there for the baby / toddler years. Equal amount of counter space but less easy layout for actiual cooking (less a “kitchen triangle” and more a line).
I’m curious if the owners can still properly maintain the window in the dining area that is now bisected by cabinets. Many windows tilt inwards for cleaning / removing screens / etc. which is now not possible.
IBarbieliciousI
Unlike everybody else I actually like the tile, but I don’t like the color of the cabinets. It doesn’t match the tile color. I also don’t like those two little lamps above the shelves. They look like they belong more by a bedside.
animazed
Not something I’d have in my own house, but definitely something I can appreciate someone else having
MelbaToast604
Really nice design, I love everything except the tile looks like it’s from the an unsanitary bathroom floor
contactlite
I need those handles!
LoloScout_
Damn I really liked it and then I came to the comments. The vertical tiles are fun, I think the neutral taupe-y color is visually interesting and not something I’ve seen before and i love the cabinet color. I also love that everyone is like *why are there books in the kitchen* …they’re cookbooks guys…A lot of people keep cookbooks in the kitchen and don’t mind some grease splatters or whatever comes their way.
Zestyclose_Cash_9310
I like everything about this design. It’s earthy and it’s smart looking!
Okcookienow
I love this so much!! I never thought I would like brown tiles but with the plant, wooden shelves and taps it looks homely and warm!
SydneyCartonLived
I don’t know how I feel about those tiles. On the one hand, I generally like earth colors (and hey, they match the painting!), but on the other hand…even though I know they are not, they look grimy…
grateful_frog
honestly this is hot. i look at so many luxury designs and omg they bore me to tears. nice tiles, nice books, nice lighting. this is clean, unique & impressive.
Funisfunisfunisfun
I will never understand why Americans don’t generally use built in appliances. A hidden dishwasher would make it much cleaner.
little-eye00
so pretty. i would live here
MAC645
If you go to the link that was posted, the pallett inspiration comes from the mural. It all ties in beautifully. I couldn’t see the before Reno shots. In one photo, they put knickknacks above stove, which I never understood as they just get splattered with grease, however aesthetically, very pretty.
SenatorRobPortman
Titles a bit odd
denga
I like the top half of the photo, and I like the bottom half of the photo. Put them together, though…
The top is warm and organic and the bottom is neutral and modern. Don’t go well together imo.
I do love the zellige! Don’t see the “slimy” that others have mentioned. Maybe just because I’ve seen zellige in person?
CallieBear79
Nice, muted and minimal look. I wouldn’t mind having a kitchen like this. Understated, but interesting.
googin1
Being from the area and having spent my fair share of time in Brookline,I think this nails it. It’s a busy,old,windy,grey area in the winter.it’s New England.This has a New England esthetic.it’s simple and practical but also warm and embracing after coming in from the cold.
togire
I’m saving this for if I ever get to pick my own kitchen. Love the tiles, cabinets and handles and place for cookbooks.
![Skylight above a tiled backsplash sink in a renovated kitchen, Brookline near Boston, Massachusetts [2200x3300]](https://www.ffood.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/avLSOCYn0QORqJs8gho_co8WrFXKpu3sTZkZKpfyoaw-scaled.jpg "Skylight above a tiled backsplash sink in a renovated kitchen, Brookline near Boston, Massachusetts [2200×3300]")
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[More pics and information, including pre-renovation pics](https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/a-massachusetts-kitchen-gets-a-soulful-update). [Designer website](https://www.shannontateinteriors.com/brookline-familyhome). [The kitchen before the renovation was clean but generic](https://media.architecturaldigest.com/photos/61fc16780127404df022d073/master/o/Screen%20Shot%202022-01-02%20at%206.03.46%20PM.png).
Not where I’d stick my books but it looks nice enough.
Very sterile. Even with the light, it feels cold, too many different shades of beige.
Edit- I looked at the before and kinda like that better. To each their own I guess.
That tile looks slimy and gross.
Why put your books there
5/10
Why spend the money on gorgeous zellige tile like that and have it under a great flood of natural light, and NOT go for a bold non-neutral color….. crazy.
Very nice. Ignore the rude comments. Some people just have nothing nice to say.
Really interesting palette and use of zelige tile. Thanks for posting!
This tile is not good
Horrible
Can’t say I dig the tiles’ color but the overall style is nice
I don’t care if that tile is “supposed” to look like that or not. It looks like a diy project gone wrong.
It’s beautiful and functional, although not necessarily every design choice I’d make. But — not my home and real life is a compromise.
It is certainly a more “family friendly” layout — there’s space for an actual dining table at dining height instead of a couple eating at a counter-height breakfast bar. As a parent, you want a table. And you could put a pack-and-play or small safe temporary play space in there for the baby / toddler years. Equal amount of counter space but less easy layout for actiual cooking (less a “kitchen triangle” and more a line).
I’m curious if the owners can still properly maintain the window in the dining area that is now bisected by cabinets. Many windows tilt inwards for cleaning / removing screens / etc. which is now not possible.
Unlike everybody else I actually like the tile, but I don’t like the color of the cabinets. It doesn’t match the tile color. I also don’t like those two little lamps above the shelves. They look like they belong more by a bedside.
Not something I’d have in my own house, but definitely something I can appreciate someone else having
Really nice design, I love everything except the tile looks like it’s from the an unsanitary bathroom floor
I need those handles!
Damn I really liked it and then I came to the comments. The vertical tiles are fun, I think the neutral taupe-y color is visually interesting and not something I’ve seen before and i love the cabinet color. I also love that everyone is like *why are there books in the kitchen* …they’re cookbooks guys…A lot of people keep cookbooks in the kitchen and don’t mind some grease splatters or whatever comes their way.
I like everything about this design. It’s earthy and it’s smart looking!
I love this so much!! I never thought I would like brown tiles but with the plant, wooden shelves and taps it looks homely and warm!
I don’t know how I feel about those tiles. On the one hand, I generally like earth colors (and hey, they match the painting!), but on the other hand…even though I know they are not, they look grimy…
honestly this is hot. i look at so many luxury designs and omg they bore me to tears. nice tiles, nice books, nice lighting. this is clean, unique & impressive.
I will never understand why Americans don’t generally use built in appliances. A hidden dishwasher would make it much cleaner.
so pretty. i would live here
If you go to the link that was posted, the pallett inspiration comes from the mural. It all ties in beautifully. I couldn’t see the before Reno shots. In one photo, they put knickknacks above stove, which I never understood as they just get splattered with grease, however aesthetically, very pretty.
Titles a bit odd
I like the top half of the photo, and I like the bottom half of the photo. Put them together, though…
The top is warm and organic and the bottom is neutral and modern. Don’t go well together imo.
I do love the zellige! Don’t see the “slimy” that others have mentioned. Maybe just because I’ve seen zellige in person?
Nice, muted and minimal look. I wouldn’t mind having a kitchen like this. Understated, but interesting.
Being from the area and having spent my fair share of time in Brookline,I think this nails it.
It’s a busy,old,windy,grey area in the winter.it’s New England.This has a New England esthetic.it’s simple and practical but also warm and embracing after coming in from the cold.
I’m saving this for if I ever get to pick my own kitchen. Love the tiles, cabinets and handles and place for cookbooks.