We’re back at our lake house — this time with two takes on the kitchen and bar. Like the rest of this Pennsylvania getaway, these spaces need to walk the line between relaxed and refined. We kept the layout consistent across both schemes, but used finish and fixture shifts to explore two distinct vibes.

Scheme A: Fresh and Polished

This scheme keeps things bright, but not basic. The terrazzo floor tile sets the tone, with soft blue and brass accents giving the space a refined but easygoing vibe. The range brings a splash of personality, while warm ash cladding wraps the walls and ceiling for a natural, cohesive feel. We brought in sculptural lighting — including minimalist pendants over the bar and a set of globe chandeliers above — to keep the space feeling crisp and contemporary.

Clockwise from Top Left: Brightbound LH33 Helix Chandelier, Arbor Wood Co Ash Cladding, Lapel Pendant by Astraeus Clarke available from Love Home, Bluestar Dual Fuel Series Range in Pigeon Blue, Jason Wu for Brizo Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet, Kohler Prolific 44″ Undermount Single Bowl Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink available from Build with Ferguson, Concrete Collaborative Venice Terrazzo in Alabaster Evergreen
Scheme A Kitchen Rendering
Scheme A Bar Rendering

Scheme B: Bold and Sculptural

If Scheme A is soft-spoken, this one makes a statement. A deep green stove sets a striking tone, paired with warm wood cladding and mixed stone surfaces for a moodier, more tactile experience. Black fixtures ground the palette, and the lighting goes more graphic with adjustable red spotlights for extra personality.

Clockwise from Top Left: Formation Linear Pendant LED Aluminum Marble Fixture in Matte Black available from 1stDibs, Olde Brick Lighting Worthington Adjustable Spotlight in Deep Red, Arbor Wood Co. Ash Cladding, Studio Luddite Pell Ceiling Pendant, Filmore Clark Syzygy, Bluestar Dual Fuel Series Range in Chrome Green, Brizo Odin 1.8 GPM Single Hole Pull Down Kitchen Faucet in Matte Black and Kohler Prolific 44″ Undermount Single Bowl Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink available from Build with Ferguson, Dekton Argentium available from Cosentino, Concrete Collaborative Venice in Laguna Taupe
Scheme B Kitchen Rendering
Scheme B Bar Rendering

These schemes show just how much range you can get with a consistent layout and material family. Whether you’re team airy-and-bright or bold-and-moody, both versions offer texture, contrast, and plenty of personality — just what we like to see in the kitchen.

Catch you next Monday for more from the boathouse!