WINTER VISIONS
There’s a chill in the air and our warm home is the best place for rest and retreat. The kitchen is the hub of the home where family and friends gather to eat and enjoy each other’s company. Kitchens in cool tones of grey, silver and white can make any space appear larger, brighter, happier and more sophisticated. Plus, the white palette evokes the beautiful snowfalls ahead. It’s truly a peaceful
AUTUMN APPEAL
The Fall season ushers in a pleasing palette of warm browns, forest greens, vibrant reds, and luminous golds. You can easily incorporate these into your kitchen to create a cozy and calming ambience. Picture yourself baking apple pies and hearty meals, with the fragrant smell of spices wafting through the air. Relax, unwind, and enjoy the new season in your custom kitchen. This cozy colour scheme doesn’t have to stop at the kitchen. Extend it to other
SKONA SPECIAL DELIVERY
Did you know that SKÖNA can deliver offshore? We have our own in-house delivery and installation team, and they’ll travel by land or by water to transport your custom cabinetry directly to you! In this case, the delivery was to a private island with epic views. P.S. We highly recommend ordering your kitchen now if you wish to have a brand new one in time for the Holiday season! SKONA delivering furniture via the boat
APPLIANCE AESTHETIC
We all know that kitchens are the most important room in the home, but no kitchen is fully complete without appliances. Stoves, fridges, cooktops, range hoods, etc. are a necessity. Appliances that are sleek and streamlined work well with our modern design aesthetic. Here are some examples from projects we’ve completed… Stoves/Cooktops: Induction Cooktop Slide-in Microwave Slide-in Cooktop Cooktop Knobs on front panel ‘PITT’ Gas Burners (cast iron burners built right into the countertop) Hoods: Freestanding Hood Integrated Hood Hood over
BROWN IS THE NEW BLACK
During the pandemic, the GTA has seen a high increase in new builds and home renos which is phenomenal. However, due to this uptick, we have experienced higher-than-normal delays in importing the raw materials we use for cabinetry from Europe…along with other items such as hardware, glass, metals, special inserts, LED’s, etc. The later arrival dates were due to massive delays of ships halted at ports, hiked up gas prices, CNR strikes, etc. This has affected
RENEW, REFRESH, REVITALIZE…
These are words that come to mind when we think of Springtime! It’s a time of rebirth, where buds are blooming, the sky is blue, and everything is covered in a carpet of greenery. The calming colours of blues and greens are just as beautiful indoors as they are outdoors. Why not consider nature-inspired hues for your kitchen project? Aquatic colours breathe new life into this breezy kitchen! Decorative wood fluted accents and flat panels are
COLOUR CUES FROM NATURE
Side Creed: A period home nestled in the Blue Mountains features this kitchen dotted with modern Scandi touches. Panelled cabinets are custom painted in a deep navy colour, accented with flat-cut white oak that was stained light brown for the range hood, island legs and underlit shelves. Solid oak legs support a large island with a table-like design, and wicker pendant lights offer a golden glow. This conversation-friendly hub welcomes casual
House & Home collaboration
SKÖNA Design is honoured and pleased to have collaborated with ‘House & Home’ to present this video! It’s a snapshot of our method of operation and trademark style. Enjoy! www.houseandhome.com
NEW BEGINNINGS 2
2022 is proving to be a very exciting year for SKÖNA. We have several new projects in the works, and we’re excited to share them with you. Introducing our newest creation…a custom-made bed and attached headboard in our signature Scandinavian style.* This self-contained unit features 2 built-in end tables, 6 underbed storage drawers with a solid wood integrated pull and an LED dimmable light strip with remote. This item comes complete as is, and can be assembled
NEW BEGINNINGS
Welcome to a new and exciting year!! Let’s see what the future holds but, for now, let’s focus on kitchen trends for 2022 which promise to be sleeker, smarter and greener! Colours: As we seek serenity during turbulent times…natural shades of sand, dune and buff create a cozy, calm kitchen environment.All shades of Green are the top trend. Try nature-inspired hues and lush woodland shades like Sage, Fern, Moss, Pine, Forest and


