Not beachy at all, the kitchen is a study in elegant dark and light tones accented with shiny metal that adds an elegant touch.

For casual dining or snacking, three bar stools upholstered in ticking stripe fabric stools belly up the island. The patinated gooseneck faucet is both functional and acts as a focal point.

For contrast, furniture pieces and table lamps were used in the kitchen instead of the usual cabinetry and built-in lighting found in other homes.

Nail head accents lend an elegant, sophisticated touch to the bank of upholstered crocodile pattern dressers for storage chosen to fit under this long window in the kitchen.