Waltham kitchen is a study in natural selections
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The contractor,
staircase:
a new rail with balusters that pop out to facilitate getting furniture to the second floor.
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Iridescent glass pendant
lights
by Arteriors warm and anchor the island. 'I love mixing refined elements with rustic ones for a more eclectic, curated point of view,' Oravec says. 'The luster finish gives off a golden glow when lit.'
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A soapstone farmhouse
sink
from Vermont Soapstone Co. maintains the dark line of the lower cabinetry and infuses the earthy, natural vibe that the owners and designer prefer. 'Eco-friendliness and regional craftsmanship are core values of our firm and our clients,' Oravec says.
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Oravec paired the rustic oak upper
cabinetry
and island with base cabinets in Sherwin-Williams' Mount Etna. Glass fronts keep the uppers from feeling dark and heavy. 'The blue/green finish is moody and dynamic, changing with the light,' the designer says.
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The team refinished the original
floor
in a different shade than the cabinetry for some contrast. 'When you try to match two stains, you get a just-miss,' Oravec says. 'You want to go at least one shade lighter or darker.'
Marni Elyse Katz is a contributing editor to the Globe Magazine. Follow her on Instagram
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