House Beautiful Kitchen of the Year

Amidst the hoards of tourists and business people in Rockefeller Center, is an oasis of California Cool. Well, that is until tomorrow, when the third annual House Beautiful Kitchen of the Year comes to a close. Jeff Lewis of Bravo’s Flipping Out series designed a gorgeous kitchen that is cool and sleek, yet livable and warm. Dark espresso-colored cabinets (Kraftmaid) were placed in juxtaposition with striking white Quartz countertops (Caesarstone) and sleek Jenn-Air stainless appliances. The kitchen really has become the new American living room and not just a place to cook and eat. Kitchens have now become the multi-functional focal point of the home. I got a chance to visit the display kitchen as well as watch several cooking demos. Check out the photos of the event!