This apartment's new open plan kitchen is flooded with natural light, which shows off the warm brick walls, reclaimed wood cabinet and pretty details like the globe pendants. The refrigerator from Bosch Benchmark ensures modern comfort, while the Aster Cucine Factory cabinets provide ample storage.

Once closed off and cramped, this kitchen in the city has since been opened up and the materials chosen to highlight the feel of old New York: reclaimed brick on the walls, steel countertops and backsplash, and even pendants that have the look of gas lights overhead. 

The innovative style of this apartment includes recycled brick walls, reclaimed railroad ties for the cabinets and kitchen island, and steel countertops and backsplash. Open shelving keeps the space airy, helping to balance those strong, industrial elements.

To further balance the steel and brick, the opposite wall showcases lightweight open shelving. A mirrored bar not only becomes an alluring focal point, but also gives the owners room to entertain guests.