Small and Effective

As part of our renewed focus on modest, functional kitchen design, we wanted to share with you this little gem from Charleston, Massachusetts-based Bunker Workshop. The firms founder and principal, Chris Greenawalt, was charged with accomodating a workspace, kitchen, and dining area into the 65 square-foot space. As you can see, nothing went to waste: The custom dish drying rack above the sink (Fabricated by Ohio Gratings Company) and the pull-out desk-turned dining table are prime examples. For more visit Bunker Workshop. Discovered first at Remodelista.

Sawkille Company

Pretty excited to have come across Rhinebeck, NY-based Sawkille Company. Self-described as "Rural American Design," the partnership has produced a suite of furniture that represents a firm appreciation for honest craftsmanship, all the while drifting intriguingly away from the conventional Shaker design language. It also doesn't hurt that one of the founding designers is fellow RISD alumni, Jonah Meyer....For more, visit Sawkille Company. Discovered first on Remodelista.

H House by Budapesti Muhely

While perusing designboom this morning, I was luck enough to dIscover this inspiring country home by Hungarian firm Budapesti Muhely. The 180 square meter home was completed in 2011 and derives its form from both an adherence to strict zoning (one which requires a gabled roof loyal with the agriculture architecture of the area) and the family's need for space. The engineering of the patio's roof structure is particularly striking. For more visit designboom.

Leasing the High Life in Bushwick

Spotted in the New York Times Home and Garden section, this converted loft in Bushwick, Brooklyn is a testament to what a 10 year commitment, and god knows how many hours on the L train, can get you. The 2,700 sq. ft. rented space is home to two couples, comprised of two architects and two fashion designers. The results are obvious; decorated with a mix of found objects and obvious splurges. I highly encourage you to check out the full article on the NYTimes. Photography by Bruce Buck for the NYTimes.

Kitchen Accessories from Brook Farm

The simple Cheeseboard, $37

Made in Japan, a satisfyingly sturdy stainless kettle, $130

Enamel Milk Pot, $65

Opinel Kitchen Set, $49

Enamel Colander, $42

Scissors, $12

Williamsburg's Brook Farm General Store has been a long-time neighborhood favorite of ours. And since we're always on the look-out for snappy new kitchen accessories, we wanted to share our best-of list. Find more at Brook Farm's website or in real life here.

The Baker Cottage

I recently came across some new images of Julie and John Baker's lakeside cottage and was pretty taken by the photos. Their blog Kitka documents their life as owners of Mjolk, their Toronto-based design store, their time spent refining their home(s), and, as of recently, their baby girl. I highly encourage everyone to check it out.