Julia Child's kitchen in 2001
Photo courtesy of the Smithsonian Institution
When Julia Child moved from her longtime home in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 2001, she sent her famously televised kitchen to the Smithsonian. Of course, this donation meant that the home was stripped of its culinary core, leaving its new owners to build a kitchen that would honor its former owner while incorporating modern conveniences.
The new kitchen features an airy design and streamlined storage.
Photo courtesy of Greg Premru Photography and Arclinea Boston
The new kitchen features Arclinea products and meticulously-placed prep, cleaning and cooking stations. White-lacquered cabinetry, acid-etched glass doors and marble countertops complement the room’s bright, airy design. The cooktop’s stainless steel backsplash pays homage to Child’s own perforated steel walls meant for hanging pots and pans.
Meanwhile an open plan and adjacent dining area allow for the chef to entertain guests while whipping together a delicious meal—a feat that Child herself would admire.
Left: Paneled appliances maintain a unified look. Right: Julia and Paul Child's former home boasts a New England charm.
Photo courtesy of Greg Premru Photography and Arclinea Boston
