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i came across this image via desire to inspire the other day and i’m still amazed at how perfectly it fits my style. the kitchen is modern in it’s clean lines (LOVE the tiled wall) and use of mismatched-yet-congruent textiles (i love the cowhide mixed with the gold drapes), yet it’s still livable. i really like having the kitchen table being part of the kitchen, right in the action. let’s face it, when you’re throwing a dinner party, 9 times out of 10, guests congregate in the kitchen. it’s a great balance of modern, cozy and clean. and i can’t even talk about those exposed beams. when can i move in?

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