Fantastic install of the new Prairie Line from Crown Point Cabinetry.

In homage to master architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the Prairie movement, Crown Point Cabinetry is proud to introduce our new Prairie Line!   Our approach to Prairie styling is historically correct yet decidedly unique with innovative design elements that bring custom cabinetry to a whole new level.

This kitchen is the perfect complement to a newly constructed Frank Lloyd Wright inspired home in Central New York.

Strong lines, cantilevered projections and terraced surfaces. All details inspired by the exterior of this Frank Lloyd Wright inspired home.

Our design staff worked directly with the homeowner and architect to utilize many of the signature design elements found in the home.  Horizontal and vertical lines, dramatic brackets and posts are repeated throughout the kitchen.

An example of borrowing design details from the architecture of the home can be found in the island brackets.  They were designed to perfectly mimic the cantilevered second floor terrace.

Crown Point's design patented square channel face frames.

Our patented channel face frame is a foundational element that adds a level of lineal detail and visual interest to the entire kitchen.  To achieve this look, we apply inlays made of the same wood species (in this case, Sapele) which intersect to create a distinct square detail.

This stunning project features the Highland Park and Ellsworth Door styles.

An adjoining bar area features upper cabinetry with our Highland Park door and clear leaded glass.  Lower cabinetry features the Ellsworth door (design patent pending) with its solid wood panel and wood muntins.  Doors within this line are customizable as homeowners can choose from multiple specialty glass options.

The Linea shelving system offers a customizable way to keep your necessities at easy reach.

Another show stopping detail is our Linea Shelving System.  A customizable panel can be installed as a partial or full backsplash, or as is shown here at the end of the island.  Homeowners can choose from a number of useful elements such as clear acrylic, aluminum or wooden shelves, as well as various hooks.  Wall shelf boxes, as shown above in matching Sapele, allow you to conveniently transport your essentials from shelf to counter and back again.

More photos of this stunning Prairie Style kitchen may be found in our Gallery, album number 70!

A beach-inspired Crown Point kitchen is currently being featured in Connecticut Cottages and Gardens Magazine!  With a color palette borrowed from the nearby sand and surf, this kitchen brings the laid back, beachy feel indoors.  Kinda makes us wish we were on a beach right now!

Cabinetry in this Darien, Connecticut kitchen was handcrafted from Flat Sawn French Oak and finished in Oceanside, a wash that was custom created for this kitchen.

The beautiful character of Antique Chestnut is quite distinctive in the wainscot of this kitchen island

“We love seeing the grain in wood, and want our cabinetry to really show some character. But as lovely as most woods are, they seem kind of, well, bland. Any other choices?”

Certainly! Perhaps you’d like our Wild Cherry; full of dark sap pockets, knots and sap wood. Or you can choose from our Vintage Collection of woods. Eight different reclaimed wood species, including Antique Chestnut, Old Growth Heart Pine and Antique Hickory. Truly gorgeous woods, unique in their appearance. You can see all the different choices on our Wood Species page.

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This Arts & Crafts cherry kitchen looks gorgeous in the early morning sunlight

“I’d love a cherry kitchen, but have been told the color will change. Does it?”

Cherry is a popular choice, with its rich grain and ruddy tone. And, yes, it will age and darken a bit over time, adding to its appeal. However, all woods with natural or stained finish will darken. Cherry just happens to be more affected. The actual amount depends on a few factors: ambient light, direct sunlight and stain color. As you can guess, a room regularly flooded with natural sunlight that contains natural cherry cabinetry will tend to hasten nature’s process. Conversely, a dark and dramatic kitchen with low ambient light will also darken, just at a slower rate.

We can tell you this: In 30 years of creating cabinetry for discriminating clients, we have never had anyone say, “I wish we never got cherry!”

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