Ritz-Carlton Showcase Kitchens
by Mick De Giulio

Kitchen for Frank Ponterio’s Residence

The rug contributes to the furniture look of this kitchen in the apartment whose other rooms were designed by Frank Ponterio. “In these spaces, we didn’t want to do flat, austere kinds of kitchens,” Mick says. “Most of the finishes are lacquer, but there are also some wood finishes, and everything has sculpting or other details on the doors.”

Wall covering (“Manila Hemp”/Graphite #3444): Phillip Jeffries, 800/576-5455, phillipjeffries.com.
Chandelier (“Sebastian” #HL1459.8): Remains Lighting, 312/527-1300, remains.com.
Area rug (“Ghazani” #45419): Oscar Isberian Rugs, 888/900-9595, isberian.com.
Cabinetry (“SieMatic BeauxArts”/Amaranth Matte Lacquer); hardware (polished nickel): De Giulio Kitchen Design, 847/256-8833, degiulio.org.
Sink: Julien, 800/461-3377, julien.ca.
Countertops and backsplash (Calcatta Gold Marble with Leather finish): Acorn Tile Co., 773/463-5608.