Simply Inspired Italian Kitchens

Watching the kitchen episode of Design Star left me searching for something inspiring. I mosied over to the website of a classic Italian kitchen company, Scavolini.

Now here’s something to drool over.

Look at the harlequin detail on the frosted glass doors, and the elegant mix of wood and shiny laminate. Oh my!

Somehow, this use of cool blue and steel doesn't leave me cold.

There's something very inviting about that kitchen. It's like a play kitchen for grown ups.

This one feels fresh, with an old world feel.

Everything reads as freestanding, even though they're built-in. Great use of contrast in the cabinet frames.

This one could be inspired by the green olives in the DS baskets.

A great monochromatic palette of greys with a fun splash of yellow green. Like cooking in a martini glass. Shaken, not stirred.

Now here's a simple color scheme done right.

Simple doesn't have to be boring. High contrast blocks of black and white are perfectly balanced with the dark wood floor and sparkling pendant. Sophisticated and fun.

Now that's how to do a kitchen.

All photos sourced from www.scavolini.us