Architectural in aesthetic, maple cabinetry in a chestnut finish establishes the unit’s warm, Arts and Crafts style. Quartz countertops in a sandy shade reference Chicago’s picturesque beachfront.

A vintage key bowl produced for the Chicago Athletic Association, an iconic city institution that closed in 2007, adds luster and shine to the countertop. “I wanted to integrate those pieces that had a lot of Chicago history attached to them,” says interior designer Vern Yip.

A polished chrome faucet complements the kitchen’s Arts and Crafts-style design elements.

An oversized, stainless steel sink — designed with input from professional chefs — accommodates both food prep and cleaning duties. A bottom basin rack prevents pots and pans from scratching the sink’s surface and protects fragile stemware and dinnerware.