Canal Street

A stone waterfall island, ribbed wood detailing, and dark cabinetry sit alongside exposed brick and concrete. The material palette connects the kitchen to the character of the surrounding loft.

Canal Street River North, Chicago

At Canal Street, the kitchen sits within an industrial loft defined by exposed brick, concrete floors, and broad ceiling beams. The renovation introduces warmth and a more refined material palette while keeping that architectural character in view.

A 10-foot Taj Mahal quartzite island anchors the space. Its waterfall ends frame a richly grained wood front with fine vertical detailing, bringing warmth to the stone and concrete. The cooktop is integrated into the island, keeping its surface visually open.

Along the back wall, dark cabinetry creates a quiet backdrop for the illuminated stone backsplash. Clean cabinet fronts, integrated appliances, and restrained hardware let the contrast between wood, stone, and the existing loft materials carry the design.

Front view of the Canal Street quartzite island with warm wood cabinet fronts

Angled view of the quartzite waterfall island and dark kitchen cabinetry

View between the island and sink showing exposed brick and the adjoining loft

Dark full-height cabinetry beside the illuminated stone backsplash and sink

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