This Edgy Kitchen Hadn’t Been Renovated Since The ’80s!

Get inspired by this inviting kitchen with graphic soapstone countertops. Designer Ines Mazzotta of Kelly Hopter Interiors renovated the space in just six weeks using a black and white palette and wood accents for warmth (think: a stunning Indonesian rosewood armoire from Kijiji). See how glazed white tile gives an airy, hand-made touch to the vent hood, and a galvanized iron pendant adds a hit of metallic shimmer. The pièce de résistance is an apron-front soapstone sink with subtle veining.
Learn more about this dramatic kitchen in our December issue.
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WHERE TO BUY
Design, general contracting, Ines Mazzotta, Kelly Hopter Interiors, [phone] or kellyhopterinteriors.com. Kitchen overall: Cabinets, Kelly Hopter Interiors, [phone] or kellyhopterinteriors.com; soapstone, Great Mountain Soapstone, [phone] or soapstonecountertops.ca; pot filler, Delta, deltafaucet.ca; backsplash, floor tile, Olympia Tile & Stone, 1-800-268-1613 or olympiatile.com; vent hood, Canadian Appliance Source, canadianappliance.ca and Appliance Canada, appliancecanada.com; rug, Rug & Weave, [phone] or rugandweave.ca; pendant (over peninsula), Morba, [phone] or morba.ca. Apron-front sink: Faucet, Delta, deltafaucet.ca. Pendant, Inmod, 1-877-224-6663 or inmod. com. Brick color, Simply White (OC-117), Benjamin Moore, 1-800-361-5898 or benjaminmoore.ca; art by Kai Samuels-Davis, kaisamuelsdavis.com. Cabinet hardware, Top Knobs, topknobs.com. Photograph by Romina Ressia, YellowKorner, [phone] or yellowkorner.com. Elements of the Look: Trinsic Single Handle Pull-down Kitchen faucet in Chrome by Delta, The Home Depot, 1-800-628-0525 or homedepot.ca; Enamel- on-steel Vintage teakettle, Chantal, 1-800- 365-4354 or chantal.com; Dawn barstool, EQ3, [phone] or eq3.com; GEN01A.
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[@Jo-do1dr]

More from this designer please. She is awesome!

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you SO much, Jo-ann, you are too kind!!!

[@SJ-ze8qq]

One of the best kitchens ever!!

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so very much, what a wonderful compliment!

[@richardleston5237]

It’s beautiful without being gaudy with over the top impossibly expensive materials. Tasteful use of color, texture and design elements come together to form a cohesive living space.

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so much for your very thoughtful comments! I'm so glad your impression of this space is exactly what we had intended!

[@sarupi641]

The door of the cabinet is outstanding!

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much! We loved it the second we saw it too!!

[@lilithgrrrl]

@@ineskelly9996 what’s the website, Kajiji? I love the soapstone also, very refreshing since everyone always uses light colored counters!

[@guillaumeml3026]

@@lilithgrrrl Kijiji is a Canadian website for local selling and buying. Facebook Marketplace can be compared to it

[@taylorleeanneking]

I have officially watched this video 30 times. my kitchen will soon look like this, more from Ines Mazzotta please!!!!!!!!!

[@slowerhell]

Wow this is perfect, more like this please! We need to see the rest of the home

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so much, Nicki, so glad you like it!! I definitely hope we can shoot another video when we renovate the rest of the home ;-)

[@Marie-oy1bd]

@@ineskelly9996 Gorgeous! Inspiring!

[@LexaKarlynVlogs]

WOW WOW WOW This is space amazing!!! More from this designer please!

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so much, you are too kind!

[@cartmann227]

Yes. The homeowner and the designer must be praised 👍

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you very much! It was a wonderful project to work on - the client was very open to ideas and bold moves!!

[@tomasesparza]

Looks really good, a timeless design. It has an European vibe.

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks very much for your kind words!

[@MusicaErika]

Ines design’s is so sophisticated. Beautiful kitchen!

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much, Erika!!

[@lotfibouhedjeur9897]

No mention of the amazing light fixture!? It adds tons of character and elegance to the space.

[@paulasimson4939]

Such a unique yet timeless look. Definitely not the usual cookie-cutter kitchen. I'm coming away with lots of good design ideas.

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so much, I am so glad you've found some ideas in this project! It was a wonderful space to work on with the client very open to ideas and not afraid to take some risks!!

[@paulasimson4939]

@@ineskelly9996 I wish you were here in Vancouver, I'd definitely hire you to renovate my kitchen and bathrooms! You're style is amazing.

[@reshgala]

Wonderful work by Ines! She is indeed one of my most favorite designers! What a transformation!

[@ineskelly9996]

Thank you so much, Reshma, you are too kind!

[@songs4thesoul]

Finally a sink that's not sticking out like a bad diy project.

[@marianocolombo347]

I love that painting on the counter

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much, it's actually a photograph in the Old Masters' tradition! 😄

[@gloriahui3490]

This kitchen quietly stole my heart. Love ❤️

[@tareksimon4798]

Impecable taste and design. What a talented designer!

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so much, you are too kind!

[@Drea3000]

I'm watching this three years later and this kitchen is still beautiful. I would put this in my house right now.

[@anastsiregar138]

So the doors are from Indonesia. I'm Indonesian, and I never thought of that idea. I will begin to search them. Thank you

[@ineskelly9996]

So glad you like the idea - what an honour to hear it from someone from Indonesia!! We absolutely love them, as does the homeowner!

[@sophien5416]

This is one of the most beautiful, soulful kitchens I've ever seen!

[@pmn2821]

Beautifully done, I like that's it's not the monochromatic contemporary that you see, and getting so tired of, everywhere today.

[@rneustel388]

This kitchen is drop-jaw gorgeous, but I wouldn’t expect anything less from this designer. She creates such stunning spaces! I really love the black window interiors.

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so much, you are too kind!!!

[@StyledbyTess]

I got my inspiration to this channel when we did our kitchen remodel.

[@ineskelly9996]

so glad to hear! Thanks very much!!!

[@pranaytony]

The Door style is originally from India, Indonesia have the most Indian influences! Great Soothing Look Achieved & this Door added Royalty!

[@freetreebees]

Gorgeous kitchen. Cheers to the designer :)

[@SuperC888]

Beautifully executed. Love the leather pulls the backsplash and range hood. Love the brass with the dark cabinets. Only change I’d make is to continue the hardwood to the back door without breaking it up visually with the tile. Otherwise well done!

[@kavithav9977]

Love that armoire in the kitchen

[@sk_abstract_art]

Love the light fixture over the sink👍

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you!! We loved it too the instant we saw it!

[@Tania689]

I love this kitchen, it's perfect

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much!!!

[@teejay8910]

Breathtaking..

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so much, you are too kind!

[@teejay8910]

@@ineskelly9996 You are welcome

[@lowcarbsgood7847]

You did a great job. I looove the door of the pantry.

[@ladidadida7517]

Did she just say that it was done 2 years ago? Or just the design? It sure does look timeless if it was.

[@ineskelly9996]

we finished the renovation in June 2018!

[@awake8806]

Absolutely amazing kitchen!

[@ineskelly9996]

Thank you so much, it was an amazing project to work on!!

[@jachu1433]

Love the kitchen, wish it was mine 😆

[@memi4586]

This is a beautiful kitchen, but something about that old linoleum floor I just love

[@djawnsjhilson218]

It has some of elements of the hgtv 2019 smart home (which i loved)! It was moody but also classic. The kitchen and the dining room especially! I loved the dining room! I think the vent hood having more color in this kitchen would be a great addition, but it sure is great as it is!

[@jenns.5791]

this is a STUNNING transformation!! (the style is sort of similar to my kitchen. you can't go wrong with black and white). Ines never disappoints. she always does a phenomenal job. plus she's a total babe with that gorgeous hair color and cute accent of hers!! 😊

[@ineskelly9996]

oh my goodness, you are making me blush!! Thank you SO much for your kind words, you are the sweetest!!!

[@jenns.5791]

@@ineskelly9996 aw. you are very welcome!! 😊

[@SimplyHomeWithSharon]

absolutely beautiful, I luv that black sink! Fantastic!!

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much for your very kind words! The sink is one of our favourite elements too in this kitchen!

[@jayw115]

B&W looks great with plants around

[@ineskelly9996]

doesn't it?? The client is a plant lover so it worked out great! ;-)

[@freetreebees]

Gorgeous

[@elenasolazzi8785]

You’re so talented!!! Bravo👏 from Italy

[@SometimeAgo65]

I love this for some reason ??? I would probably add some of my own taste and ruin the look but it's calming and peaceful

[@m3lx07]

One of my favorite kitchens! Would love more from this designer ❤️

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much, you are too kind!! ❤️

[@mary-paulakennedy7127]

Beautiful 😀

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much!!!

[@michelemurphy3541]

Gorgeous!

[@fashionforwarddd]

Loveeee this kitchen!

[@mrsan5809]

Dreamy kitchen ❤️❤️

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks very much, so glad you like it!!

[@christinemadrazo6755]

Thanks for sharing this lovely kitchen.

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much, so glad you liked it!

[@kairikaarlaid]

I love the vibe of this kitchen! Thank you for the inspiration for my own home!

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much, so glad you've found some inspiration!!

[@golddigger0325]

Gorgeous!

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much!

[@fancycat]

Beautiful!

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much!!

[@CheeseBae]

I like this design. It's modern and yet looks like it's been there forever.

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks very much! That's exactly what we wanted to accomplish in this century home!

[@sharanyanaidoo]

Inez is one of my favorite designers ❤

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so much, Sharanya, you are too kind!

[@sharanyanaidoo]

@@ineskelly9996 i love everything you do and follow you on IG! It's always classic, elegant and inviting. xxxx

[@rjk198257]

Love this. Beautiful.

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you very much!!

[@chelseaclark-martin6357]

Ines, you are so amazing! Love this kitchen. Those pantry doors! 💕 Can you let us know where you found those subway tiles?

[@ineskelly9996]

Thank you SO much, Chelsea. You are too kind!! The tile is from Olympia Tile - you will find it in their subway tile section :-)

[@chelseaclark-martin6357]

Ines Mazzotta Thank you!

[@misiaalbert8214]

@@ineskelly9996 I chose the same tiles for my last kitchen and bathroom reno (about the same timeline as this project)! We tiled the kitchen backsplash all the way to the ceiling. The way light hits the texture on the tiles is so beautiful! Loved this kitchen, quiet drama is how I would describe it as well!

[@AnnMarieKing]

This kitchen is so handsome and will age beautifully.

[@ineskelly9996]

Thanks so much, Ann-Marie, you're too kind!

[@sarah3796]

Gorgeous

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you very much!

[@jenniferanderson899]

Love the kitchen 👍💓

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much!!

[@sararodriguezruizesparza692]

Bellísimo...

[@ineskelly9996]

Grazie!!

[@wanda18221]

I love it! ❤️

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks very much!

[@nzazzara3111]

Fabulous!!

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much!!

[@chiaraaaa7]

best kitchen ever!

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much, you are too kind!!

[@desertdaisymarie6951]

So edgy and sleek!!

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much, so glad you like it!!

[@cbrooke16]

GORJ!! 😍

[@cbrooke16]

Love the soapstone! Love the pantry doors!

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so much!!

[@quepasa1254]

Those Pantry doors!

[@Marie-oy1bd]

Beautiful! Can anyone tell me if soapstone needs to be sealed regularly? I would imagine if it develops a patina, any sealant would ruin the patina. We have concrete counter tops and I adore the imperfections, the "stains" from vinegar and wine, and such, but my husband isn't as fond of this look. The dark natural soapstone is my choice for our remodel, but he needs to be convinced. He is under the impression it is quite porous and will damage easily. I have heard/read the opposite. Thanks for any input!

[@ThiNguyen-bm1dw]

it needs to be waxed. it’s fairly stain resistant!

[@federicaf2705]

I love the way she talks

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much! 😊

[@MariaRodriguez-gb5pr]

Genius

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks so much!!

[@mastiffpeople4868]

Beautiful

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks very much!!

[@Sakura-zu4rz]

best vid everrrrrrrrrrrrrr

[@elisabethlinz4256]

Ines Mazzotta is a very good looking woman. She could be Scandinavian despite the name (?) Her kitchen design is slightly industrial, so tasteful and as we hear very functional. Compliments from Germany.

[@ineskelly9996]

Thank you very much for your kind words!!

[@elisabethlinz4256]

@@ineskelly9996 ines, am I allowed to hear where your ancestors come from? :--))

[@shazal5515]

WOWOWWW!!!!!

[@eve33231]

Cool

[@gamze5934]

It is beautiful! How are the black countertop and cupboards working from a dust and stain perspective? I have black marble in my bathroom countertop and it is a nightmare. Water stains and dust need cleaning everyday.

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks very much! The counters are soapstone, which has a honed rather than polished finish and a lot of variation it in so it conceals stains and any dust rather well

[@kavithav9977]

May I know the size of the hood

[@nevergiveup9321]

Soapstone is so beautiful and warm.Doors are gorg.would remove the print near the sink,its too heavy.

[@ineskelly9996]

Thanks very much for your kind words! I'm a big fan of soapstone too and fell in love with those doors the second I saw them!

[@najwaalm9638]

تصميم جميل وتنسيق أجمل ولكن إظهار المصمم في كل حين يقلل من متعة المشاهدة والتشويق

[@leonardogarrido]

I like when a kitchen doesn't read kitchen

[@rockshot100]

The best designers and architects always go back to a project and learn what went as planned and what did not. I see she is trying to balance that armoire with the Old World framed pic, but how practical is that really? Mine would be splashed up and greasy every day. Not a good "back splash". Otherwise, wonderful work! Black looks great, but I would want to be able to see if it is dirty or not.

[@ineskelly9996]

I absolutely agree about learning from every project! I specify black cabinetry quite often and with proper quality finish that allows for easy cleaning it is not much different than other dark colours :-)

[@rockshot100]

@@ineskelly9996 Cool, hey so tell me, so what do you think of that framed art next to the stove, I think it would be a pain. You have to be a professional designer judging from your comment. I am an architect and am now faced with doing an interior, we think alike/same language, but this is uncharted area for me. Could I ask you a question or two? General stuff?

[@frenchpizza9725]

Darling you are good. Brill

[@Telmimore]

Lets put some random old painting on the kitchen counter top. Lol 😂

[@northoftheequator2094]

Ok...this is a designer.

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you so much!!

[@Citruscider34]

Who’s the guy in the portrait? Kinda random in a kitchen.......

[@Frashika]

citruscider It looks unsettling and very distracting to me, plus a painting not hung on a wall makes me feel anxious, like it is waiting there to be picked up and put in its right place.

[@govandnawzad5118]

👍

[@ineskelly9996]

thanks very much!

[@starshine9147]

so much black.. ink blue ,very dark green for the lower cupboards ... just my opinion but love the armoire doors

[@amymk3314]

Sorry, but I will steal armoure doors idea, just a killer!

[@ineskelly9996]

haha so glad you like it!!!

[@jkr2951]

I would like for you to answer my question please

[@lilo2226]

The ceiling lights were a disaster!What happened?The black on black was pretty nice.

[@edwinfndz]

I would not have painted the bricks. At least I would have done a white wash to lighten them.

[@dorfone]

Too much white and I guess those uncomfortable island chairs are there to discourage company from staying too long. Otherwise, not bad looking.

[@monkiaray9093]

That old kitchen was bad...this style seems more masculinity ...which theres nothing wrong with that ... very nice with the black and wood tones

[@ineskelly9996]

thank you very much!! And yes, definitely, the kitchen needed updating!

[@jkr2951]

has that woman in picture have bubble gum in her mouth

[@ineskelly9996]

yes, she does! It's a photograph by Romina Ressia

[@jkr2951]

@@ineskelly9996 lol my aunt an I argued about this, I won !!!

[@pingushit]

What a scam title, I read the title thinking the kitchen looks how it is since the 80s as shown in the thumbnail

[@aishakanwal2958]

Still looking dated