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n a suburban neighborhood in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a home that
endeavors to combine class and comfort by using modern and tra-
ditional designs in a timeless fashion. Designer Whittney Parkinson
used all the tools at her fingertips to accomplish this vision: from
the architecture and accessories to the furniture, appliances and
other design features. Whittney brought her design talents inside the home
to create a farmhouse kitchen and bathrooms that seamlessly complement
one another.CLASSIC KITCHEN
To create inviting spaces that are both classic and comfortable, Whittney
used timeless materials combined with pieces meant to bring out warmth.
An all-white space can often read as cold and impersonal, but to counteract
this, Whittney used a warmer, off-white wall color.
The shaded kitchen lanterns give off a soft light, adding to the comforting
atmosphere. The kitchen’s large island also helps warm the space with its
neutral color, which is a combination of gray and beige. For a classic touch,
Whittney designed streamlined iron fixtures and brought marble up the
backsplash. Carrying the marble up the wall was a choice that serves the
kitchen well, making the space both unique and timeless.Whittney chose the Shaker
style cabinetry for its
simplicity. White oak and the
lack of detail keep it from
overwhelming other aspects
of the kitchen.48 • AMERICAN FARMHOUSE STYLE