As I was cooking the other day my mind began to wander (as it does every day) to the glorious kitchen I may one day own. A dishwasher that doesn't require pre-washing, a floor that actually looks clean after you clean it and granite and butcher block counter tops...oh how lovely! Until then I am stuck in the rental kitchen that, although large, leaves much to be desired.
I came upon this picture a while ago and it has become the muse for all of my kitchen dreams...except my version will have a couch in it so you can talk to me while I cook!
My favorite thing about it is the rounded wall of windows...Leslie - please hurry up and graduate so you can design this for me!
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They are quite useful in understanding the societies in this state and they are quite hilarious!