I clicked over to Food Network Canada yesterday morning and Chef Michael’s Kitchen was on. Michael Smith is an honours graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in New York City and is Prince Edward Island’s official food ambassador. But I had no idea what he was cooking – it was his unique and colourful kitchen that grabbed my attention.
All the cabinetry was designed and built by GCW Custom Kitchens & Cabinetry Inc. in Ontario. Michael selected the beautiful marine blue to pay homage to the waters surrounding PEI.
The open storage is both pretty and practical. Dishes and ingredients are easy to spot and access, and the labels and cookware add pops of colour around the room.
The stainless steel clean-up area is a touch of industrial in the rustic kitchen.
The wrought iron pot hanger above the sink is a wonderful work of art. It represents the pastoral beauty of PEI, and was forged by local artist William Dowling.
At the opposite end of the spectrum is this work area with a two-burner induction cooktop. And how about that knife block?! The frame of the cabinet is walnut and the drawer fronts are reclaimed barn board. It’s my favourite feature in the kitchen – I love the rustic look and the warmth of the wood.
The pantry is open and clad with wood from crates of Michael’s favourite wines. Such a whimsical and creative idea.
Probably not a kitchen for someone who doesn’t like open shelving, but perfect for a cook who likes to have everything close at hand.
I highly recommend checking out the video tour of Michaels’ kitchen. He shows and describes all of the amazing details that went into his kitchen – you could incorporate lots of them into your own kitchen :-) Click here or click the image below to watch the video.
In a design world where white kitchens are the norm, Michael Smith’s colourful rustic kitchen is a nice change of pace. What do you think – would you have a colourful kitchen in your home?
Images via Food Network Canada, Chef Michael Smith, and GCW Custom Kitchens & Cabinetry Inc.
I love all the elements Michael has incorporated, and that he's designed his kitchen for the function he needs. I think my favorite feature is the wine crate cladding of the pantry - now that's truly creative!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend, Kelly :-)
You spelled "cooked" wrong in the first opening shot.
ReplyDeleteYou're right, I did - fixed it. Do you have any thoughts on the kitchen?
DeleteNow, that is a real, working kitchen. Great mix of rustic and industrial.
ReplyDeleteI love the colour and the natural wood, but seriously, I would go insane with all those open shelves. I would need some doors for my sanity!
ReplyDeleteMe too! I like some open shelves, like the shelving he has for his spices. But I prefer a closed pantry and pots hidden away in drawers or cupboards.
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Oh, the organization...love it!!
ReplyDeleteI am a big fan of the blue !! Not so of the open shelves although I really like what I see on them !!
ReplyDeleteOMG I love it. It's just....beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI love the blue colour, the custom pot hanger (truly a work of art) and the knife block (including that entire work area. Personally not a fan of open pantries and cupboards but it really works in this kitchen. Would not do so well in mine. I can imagine flour and confectioner's sugar dust covering all my dishes and pantry items! LOL
ReplyDeleteAlthough blue is not my favorite color....but this kitchen is perfect for Michael! So cozy and homey which I really adore. I can imagine having my family just hanging out in the kitchen chit chatting and enjoying good food. Lovely post Kelly!
ReplyDeleteI am redoing my cottage kitchen with these colors and ideas in mind, love it!!!!!!
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