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Ann Cooper

Ann Cooper

Food activist and educator, author, and chef.

Ann is devoted to getting healthier food in school lunchrooms across the country. She has worked with schools in New York, California and Colorado. Read about her cause at Chef Ann Cooper, the Food Family Farming Foundation and The Lunch Box.

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Paul Anater

Paul Anater

Kitchen, bath and residential designer; design blogger.

Paul Anater’s blog is simply called “Kitchen and Residential Design,” but there is nothing understated about his actual blog posts. Paul's writing voice—brash, blunt and biting—make his site one of most popular for professional and amateur designers alike. 

Kitchen Sketch and Products of Note

Ann Cooper wanted a kitchen that could easily transition to an outdoor kitchen area. In this aerial view of Paul's design for Ann's kitchen, you can see how the indoor kitchen's colors and materials are used in the outdoor kitchen as well, creating a seamless transition from one space to the other. This angle also offers a great view of the kitchen's pantry area, which is the long space located behind the cooking center. Below are some of the products included in Ann's ideal kitchen.

Jenn-Air pro-style gas range

Jenn-Air 48-Inch Pro-Style Gas Range

With six gas burners, a stainless steel griddle and two ovens, this professional-style range packs a lot of power in its 48 inch width. Dual flame burners make for easy searing and fast boiling while ultra-low settings help heat sauces.

Shaw's apron front sink

Shaw's Original Apron Front Sink

This fireclay apron sink is designed to withstand heavy use, endure acids and alkalis and can be cleaned with abrasive pads and cleaners. Depending on style choice, this sink can be mounted below, flush or above the counter.

Jenn-Air integrated side-by-side refrigerator

Jenn-Air 48-Inch Fully Integrated Built-In Side-By-Side Refrigerator

Concealed hinges and trim pieces integrate this refrigerator in with your cabinetry while optional panels can further blend this 48-inch fridge into your existing style. An LCD display system keeps temperature control easy by maintaining temperatures within a half degree of each set point.

Brizo Venuto faucet

Brizo Venuto Faucet

SmartTouch technology allows this faucet turn on and off with a light tap on its handle or spout. A pull-out faucet flaunts magnetic features that allow the faucet head to pull out and then snap securely and easily into place.

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