Valley Cottage Idea Home Ideas

An efficient galley kitchen keeps everything handy. The island, flanked with cabinets, allows for more storage. Glass-front panels, a plate rack, appliance garage and open shelving lend a custom look to the Aristokraft maple cabinetry. The stainless steel range hood and Whirlpool appliances mix with a counter-depth refrigerator outfitted with camouflaging cabinet panels. For the look of granite without the upkeep, two colors of Silestone, a milled quartz that doesn't require sealing, make cleaning easy. Thanks to the counter stools, the island is a great spot for quick meals or keeping the cook company.

Today's new family studiois more of a family room where daily chores and projects get done, from laundry to homework to crafts. The family's second computer goes here, and there's a spot for a TV, too. Whirlpool appliances tackle every sort of laundry. There's a jetted SinkSpa for hand washables, a DryAire drying cabinet for items you can't toss in the dryer, and a Personal Valet to dry-clean at home; and of course, the Duet washer and dryer for all the rest.

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A dormer provides an ideal spot for a nostalgic WINDOW SEAT. Two oversize drawers under the bench add extra storage. In fact, this no-fuss family studio is packed with storage. MAPLE CABINETS in the island stow supplies, such as out-of-season gear and gift wrap. Sunshine splashes the room with light, thanks to ample windows on three walls. CURTAINS are just panels shirred on a tension rod and tied in the center to let in even more light. The under-counter WASHER AND DRYER frees up counter space, so there's plenty of room for laundry baskets, and space to fold clothes. While the rest of the house revolves around a muted color palette, the Ace YELLOW PAINT here makes this room seem sunny and cheerful. Because this is where the kids hang out, it's important for the area to be child-friendly. So the only FURNITURE other than stools is a love seat, upholstered in sturdy, wear-resistant denim. The floor is like the one in the mudroom: easy-clean Armstrong composition VINYL TILE installed in a classic checkerboard pattern. The studio has to work hard, but that doesn't mean it can't be a comfortable, appealing refuge as well. The Whirlpool Personal Valet (above) blends with the Aristokraft maple cabinetry thanks to WOOD PANELS that give it a built-in look. Just don't forget to stock the cabinets with snacks!

A luxurious master suite makes an irresistible refuge, thanks to a four-poster bed and sumptuous linens. Settle in and read a book on a comfy chaise. Steps from the bed and the chaise, a niche with built-in cabinetry contains a spot for your computer.

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