| James DeWulfDEWULF CONCRETE
I met James by chance at an industrial design show in NYC. He was sharing a booth with a close friend of mine and I was immediately intrigued by his works. James' creations in concrete are fresh, exciting and sexy, with more than just a bit of an edge! Having just finished designing my apartment in New York, it seems I’m always on the lookout for what I could have, should have, and would have done. Needless to say, James had a few of his masterpieces on show; the one that particularly caught my eye was the Monastery sink. Incredible; I’d never seen anything like it.
The basin is shaped like a cross: Very Catholic, very naughty in interpretation. But it wasn’t until later that evening while having drinks with James and our mutual friend that I really had a chance to hear firsthand about his passion and inspirations. I’ve since had a chance to get to know James and if I could do my apartment over again, I’d definitely be working with him and i would have not only his Monastery sink in my apartment but I’d also have him design a stairwell for me too. James is not only a talented artist, but also a wonderful soul whose creativity and passion are evident in his works.
James DeWulf’s Expert Tips:
A few things to think about when renovating or building a new home:
- KITCHEN COUNTERS
General rule of thumb to follow: dark counters with light cabinets or light counters with dark cabinets. A good overhang is from 1-1/4" to 1-1/2" from the cabinet frame. If you have flush mount doors, then go for 1/4" to 3/4" depending on your pull size.
- IN THE KITCHEN SINK
Big single basins with off-center drains are the way to go unless you're still a soaker. Also, put a 3/4" x 3/4" groove in your counter around your sink for a sliding cutting board.
- COLOR
Don't be afraid of color! Get some ocean blues, lime greens, orange reds, and light teals. Neutralize them with soft taupes, light browns, and off-whites. Stay away from overly rich primary colors.
- OUTDOOR SEATING/DINING
Go low and go heavy. Concrete furniture feels good and grounded. It also doesn't blow over. Low seating provides that "let's stay for a while and chill" mood. Try to stay away from "racetrack" shapes, ovals, and overly wide tables. Thinner and more basic shapes get you closer and feel better.
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