Let me know when you’re there. We’ll be there all summer. What I like about her service is that she can do as little or a much as you need. She gives you options for different price points. I wish you the best. Remember, things will go wrong… in any country. It seems to be the way for this kind of thing!

No way! That’s awesome! It will be a part-time property and short term rentals for now. I’ve been in contact with Debora and she’s getting back to me in a few days now that she has my pics and needs. My issue is that I have no idea what to budget b/c I’m not sure what things cost there. I don’t need super custom, given it’s a part-time place – just clean, fresh, and modern. Grateful for the referral!

Wow! We will be neighbors! Our place is one town over. Will you be moving there or will it be a part time property? Debora has been crazy busy. I hope she has the capacity to help you. Best of luck with your project. How exciting.

Thanks so much Deborah! Thanks for reading and I appreciate your support here and on Instagram. Give that dog of yours a hug from me!

Thanks Helen for reading and for your comments! We love the space. It’s a happy place to be in. Our kitchen in Bologna is rather dark so that bright apartment is so welcome. The moka pot was a boon! It was on sale at our supermarket next door. I wasn’t even looking for it. It was my first and probably last kitchen project. I’ve never been able to choose anything before. It was nice to be able to do so. Yes, NYC is not much for the space! I lived in NYC/Astoria for 15 years. This place is large I guess compared to a studio! Thanks again Helen.

This space is airy and clean.
I don’t share your need for declutter – so I’m behind on that part despite the calm appeal it holds for me. I admire your skill. You are brilliant in its execution.

I have only cooked in a one walled kitchen living in NYC and agree with your testimony to its efficiency.
I love your choices of colors and particularly like that you have lifted the cabinets bases visually to appear to have them float.

How lucky your moka matches all!

Your decision to delineate the two specific areas by cabinet base color is subtle and clever.

I’ve never had the opportunity to choose a countertop and liked hearing about your process there.
Although I haven’t the space nor the need for a table like yours I am still envious of it for its efficiency of purpose and look.
I have lived my adult life in a small studio apartment here and know the bonus it is to be able to combine multi use areas in subtle, workable and unobtrusive way possible that unifies it all.
You’ve done well in my opinion Tina.
Now it’s time to go and enjoy!
Best
Helen