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{joomplu:1095} The evolution of kitchen design in the past few decades has been fueled by new technology in appliances, innovative materials for cabinetry and countertops, and an increased awareness of good design practice, as well as the fact that the kitchen has become a status symbol.

Even though status symbols are sought after by men and women alike, specific types of status symbols are usually gender-biased.  In most cases men still love their cars while a lot of women define their style by the handbags they carry.  The good news for the kitchen industry is that both men and women revere their kitchen as the ultimate status symbol.  Most men tend to look for name brands because they offer an assurance of high quality; women still look for value beyond the name brand.  But both seek excellence and do not want to compromise on quality or service during their kitchen design process.
Today’s man plays an active role in the planning and design process – the selection of product and the actual use of the kitchen – like the one featured in this issue. Baldo LaRussa, a retail fashion executive at a well-known apparel and home furnishing design firm, was the driving force behind this design.  Baldo and his wife Gina hired Vasi Ypsilantis of the Manhasset-based design firm, the breakfast room, ltd., to design their dream kitchen.  Like most young families, they required a kitchen space that worked for their lifestyle.  The kitchen was designed to accommodate daily family meals as well as extensive entertaining.  A desk area was incorporated to create a workspace for their two young children.  The required amounts of cabinetry and countertop space were abundant; however, the proportions of every detail were taken into consideration in order for the kitchen to appear spacious.  Baldo, who works daily with high-end brands, insisted on Poggenpohl cabinets, considered by professionals to be the best in the industry. CaesarStone countertops were selected for their durability and the custom glass backsplash completed the high fashion, yet timeless, design.
{joomplu:1096} Baldo and Gina LaRussa’s kitchen is a perfect example of current kitchen design styles. Ypsilantis, who is known for setting trends in the kitchen industry, says, “Today’s kitchens must be unique to their owner’s lifestyle.  It is important that style, quality and function are integral parts in kitchen design.  Only then can kitchens maintain their place as status symbols.” This kitchen, which was created by the combined efforts of a professional designer who seamlessly integrated style with function and homeowners with the most discerning tastes, has certainly earned its bragging rights.

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Cabinets by Poggenpohl Long Island/
The Breakfast Room, Ltd.

Countertops: CaesarStone by
Renaissance Marble Works

Backsplash Tile: Artistic Tile

the breakfast room, ltd.
1492 Northern Blvd.
Manhasset, NY 11030
p 516.365.8500

Designer: Vasi Ypsilantis, CKD      

Client: LaRussa- Port Washington, NY