gather & enjoy

JUICY DETAILS

“This juice bar was created to help bridge the gap between the interior kitchen and the outdoor BBQ porch area,” says Lynette Sandgren, Director of Design at Renaissance Homes in Lake Oswego, Oregon. “I wanted to create a unique space that would be a convenient place to come make morning smoothies and juices.”

Sandgren’s initial vision for the juice bar came from the 30-inch Sub-Zero glass-front refrigerator filled with fresh fruit, vegetables, and herbs. “What an inspiration to eat healthily!“ she says. “I felt like this space could be a perfect way to showcase that particular unit.” Also incorporating a dual zone Sub-Zero Undercounter Beverage Center and Cove dishwasher, this attractive and functional juice bar, which was a finalist in the 2019-2021 Sub-Zero Kitchen Design Contest, adds to the overall sense of ease and wellness in the home.

POOLSIDE PERFECTION

This butler’s pantry is easily accessible from the home’s outdoor pool. Designed to keep pool-goers from having to venture too far inside the home, the space includes custom cabinetry for bar essentials and a marble countertop. There’s a built-in Sub-Zero Wine Storage unit that provides full extension racks and accommodates up to 86 bottles. Additional refrigerator drawers underneath keep drinks cool and handy; an icemaker completes the space, ensuring that no one ever needs to head inside to the kitchen in search of a refreshing beverage. 

COZY KIDS

This charming children’s library room features a pint-sized table and matching chairs, a glowing fireplace, tons of shelf space for books, and perfect spots for snuggling up with a favorite stuffed animal. Also near at hand is the new dual Sub-Zero ADA Height Beverage Center and ADA Height Refrigerator, ready to be filled with juice and water!  

BAR & LOUNGE

The owners of this suburban Chicago area home from Patrick J Murphy Builders wanted a warm and inviting gathering place just off their kitchen. The “hearth room,” as they call it, is a comforting retreat for all members of the family, who can enjoy their drink of choice from the built-in wet bar that features an under-counter Sub-Zero Beverage Refrigerator and a Sub-Zero Wine Storage unit. Ebony cabinetry is set against cool white walls, with an etched mirror backsplash reflecting the fireplace across the room. 

HIGHLAND HIDEAWAY

This cozy finished basement space from Amy Storm Interiors was inspired by the homeowner’s multiple golf trips to Scotland. “He wanted it to feel like a Scottish pub gently mixed with the design DNA from the house,” says Storm, “so it felt authentic but fluid.” A Sub-Zero Undercounter Refrigerator and Wine Storage unit add to the congenial ambiance.

GET THE LOOK
Carpet: Greyfriar Plaid in black and cream from the Imagine carpet collection by Milliken Design. 
Furniture: Custom made sofa, upholstered in Arctic Downy from The Design Collection. Chairs from TCS Design, upholstered in Forest Madagascar fabric from Lucid Collections / The Sign. Throw pillows on chairs in Samurai by Mokum in Martini from Holly Hunt. Couch pillows covered in Bonham Granite plaid from Romo.
Paint color: Benjamin Moore’s Stonington Gray.
Hardware and cabinetry: Cabinets from Arbor Mills. Brass Solid “Texture No.2” knurled drawer pulls and knobs in Satin Brass from Forge Hardware.