Opulent Desert Beauty

DANIEL JOSEPH CHENIN, FAIA

Daniel Joseph Chenin, Las Vegas, NV

This expansive kitchen, which blends Art Deco structure, traditional French sensibilities and contemporary desert living, is part of a custom build in the Nevada desert. Designed by Daniel Joseph Chenin, the project’s core objective was to harmonize opposing forces – tradition and modernity, raw desert and refined interior – into one immersive and cohesive experience. 

The kitchen, dining and living area merge into a space for cooking, gathering and quiet retreat. Though the space is large, the architecture emphasizes intimacy, with blush-toned plaster walls and millwork framing the kitchen. 

Keeping everything to scale was an issue for the sizable space, which includes a monumental 13′ La Cornue Chateau 150 range as envisioned by the clients. This centerpiece sits in the island, surrounded by custom matching La Cornue cabinetry. Also featured at the island is a coordinating La Cornue range hood, polished Ivory Onyx countertop, Kohler Porto Fino white prep sink and Waterworks On Tap prep sink faucet and pot filler in polished nickel.

Along the back wall and side walls, storage and paneled Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer in a metallic finish complement the golds and bronzes used throughout the space. The butler niches on each side include rich wood consoles highlighted by polished Jade Onyx backsplashes.

The window wall houses a wooden console with open shelving above, which allows the natural light to shine through. Included here are a Kohler Iron/Tones white kitchen sink with On Tap faucet from Waterworks in Polished Nickel and Fisher & Paykel paneled dishwasher. 

The kitchen also includes a Miele Pureline convection steam oven, coffee machine and microwave oven, all in Clean Touch Steel.