 | SURFACES AS ART: ORGANIC + SCULPTURAL“Sculptural islands allow us to play with form without additional visual noise,” says Snaidero DC Metro designer Shawna Dillon. Surface lines are carved into the sides of Snaidero’s sculpted island blocks, which can be designed to suit any preference. Available in ceramic (pictured), quartz or natural stone. |
 | INDUCTION IS INThe 36-inch Induction Downdraft Cooktop from Bertazzoni’s Professional Series marries induction cooking with integrated ventilation. Four zones feature nine power levels each; they can be merged to create a single heat source. A touch-through-glass interface and two bridge areas facilitate food prep. |
 | COSMIC CONNECTIONNamed for German astronomer Wilhelm Tempel, Quartzforms’ Tempel is one of 12 styles in Planet, the brand’s quartz-slab collection. Its white, marble-like surface is noted for intersecting veins of gray and orange that resemble written lines. Intended for indoor use. |
 | APPLIANCES IN EARTHY HUESBlueStar’s Winter 2025 palette of five warm shades embraces the season while showcasing the latest color trends in appliances. Ranges, hoods and refrigerators come in Umbra Grey, Pigeon Blue, Black Green, Signal Brown and Green Grey—all with brushed-brass accents. Find at Ajmadison in Tysons. bluestarcooking.com; ajmadison.com
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 | OUTSIDE THE BOX CABINETRYThe Aroma kitchen system by Italian brand Pedini incorporates a variety of clean-lined cabinet profiles in mixed materials and moody color schemes. Pictured: A display unit features smoked glass framed in dark wood, lit by lateral LEDs. Find at Salus Homes in Friendship Heights. |
 | CUSTOMIZE YOUR APPLIANCESThe French Door 48” from Signature Kitchen Suite brings versatility to the fore. The built-in, panel-ready fridge boasts five customizable compartments, a convertible drawer with custom settings in five modes and soft-close crisper drawers. The WiFi-ready appliance is operable via app. |
 | SLEEK INTEGRATED SINKSIntegrated sinks take a bow with British kitchen-design company Cabbonet’s luxe, stand-alone island. Eye-catching Breche Ruggine marble has been carved to create a deep, wide vessel and drainboard; raised edges frame the unit. Available in various types of marble, granite, quartzite and sintered stone. |
 | PLAYING WITH METALSTactile patterns, diamond-shaped knurling and intricate lattice details distinguish four recent cabinet-hardware debuts from Top Knobs. The Burnham, Dempsey, Garrison and Prestwick Suites of knobs and pulls come in satin, flat, brushed and polished finishes and in chrome, nickel, bronze and black. |
 | BURNISHED LOOKCalifornia Faucets’ Kitchen Collection serves up solid-brass pot fillers in an assortment of styles via myriad handle options and finishes that allow homeowners to mix and match. The Descanso Works Pot Filler is pictured in burnished brass with vintage-style lever handles. |
