It is always interesting to me to see how different two similar spaces can look. I wanted to share with you this wonderful restoration of an Edwardian Duplex in San Francisco by Marsh and Clark Design. By altering the choices of cabinets, furniture and lighting these nearly identical kitchens each become unique spaces. 
Designer, Stephanie Marsh Fillbrandt created the first kitchen in a more formal tone with ebony cabinets, marble backsplash and marble counters.
The second kitchen in lighter tones has a more relaxed look. Notice that the space and layout are almost the same but the feel is very different.
This first unit lacked a formal dining room. In this case, it was important to have the dining area and the kitchen itself, take on a more formal atmosphere. The lighting and furniture choices are more dressy and sophisticated. 
Notice the upholstered chairs, chandelier and pendant lights, all would be equally at home in a dining room.
I love the contrast of the white marble against the dark cabinets. Also notice the steel counter stools. I love the sleek contemporary feeling of this space.
The other unit had a formal dining room, so the kitchen was designed to have a more relaxed, informal feeling. By choosing warmer wood tones and wall colors you immediately can see this space has a completely different feeling than the kitchen above. It is interesting to note that the backsplash and counters are the same marble as the kitchen above.
Rattan and wood chairs, small pendant lights and textured shade chandelier give the kitchen a more warm and relaxed feeling. 
Here you peek into the dining area. The side area of this kitchen doubles as a wet bar for the dining room. This is a wonderful example of changing wood tones, lighting and furnishings and transforming two almost identical kitchens into two very different spaces. Click here to see more wonderful projects from Marsh and Clark Design.'
Finally, after a short hiatus to spend more time this summer focusing on my family, bi-weekly posts at Willow Decor will begin again in September. Recharged, refreshed and more inspired than ever! Exciting things lie ahead!! Glad to be back!!
View of the garden from the verandah
plants welcome you on the steps leading to the entrance
on to the side of the steps you can relax here in the garden
front view of the entrance ,
the verandah has got lot of seating options,amongst plants and antiques
antique wooden phoenix
a beautiful swing and the shadows welcome you in the morning
a tea there was a bliss
Relax here ..
beautiful grill and patterns and plants hanging
candles,antique vessels and lotus floating are all in the verandah
as you enter form the verandah in to the main hall,on to the sides are the two beautiful rooms.
the green room in shades of green
a view of the main hall
the antique seater
the dining area
the kitchen has tiles collected personally by alpana and grewal from different places of the world and wooden work area
dining area,subtle light enchants me 
outside the main hall,facing the hills you have various seating options,to warm your senses and have tea
doesnt this mesmerize you?the shadows?
the swimming pool where we had quality time
if you are not swimming,pl relax ,put your feet high and bask in the warm glory
the garden area,where i took umpteen shots,but its difficult to showcase all the images..just the walk area
botanical prints on the walls,orchids
the fire area in the master suite
the head board in the master suite
