our high gloss blue bar / butler’s pantry
This post was originally from five years ago!
Since I still tend to get several questions about this space, I thought I’d dust it off and run it again today – along with several updates.
For starters, I want to be clear about the coral on the shelves which, as I’ve now learned could be pretty controversial.
To be clear, these are not actual real corals.
They’re all porcelain or plaster reproductions of coral! See these examples here.
Hopefully, many of you already assumed this.
However, I do end up having to explain this over and over, so I figured why not just put it out here.
To be honest, I thought these faux corals were pretty basic home decor items. Guess not?
Anyway, now that that’s out of the way, on to the pantry itself!
Our beautiful high gloss blue bar / butler’s pantry brings me so much joy!
Back when we first came to look at this house, I took one look at this dark stained space and immediately painted it high gloss blue in my mind.
The team at Muse Interiors helped make my vision a reality.
Through trial and error and several paint swatches…
I chose a custom blend of Fine Paints of Europe high gloss navy blue mixed with about 25% white.
We changed up the original hardware as well and went with these very handsome exposed hinges, bin pulls and handles from Rejuvenation Hardware.
And that’s it!
The Few Changes We Made Here
The original granite black counter tops and stainless steel sink work perfectly in the space.
I would’ve picked the same faucet (love it) so this stayed too!
Once I unpacked and styled up all our “stuff” (which took me several days) I was beyond happy with the end result.
Due to the dark high gloss paint and all the bright reflective surfaces here, it’s a little hard for me to photograph this space.
However, thankfully Nicole Cohen was up for the challenge and captured this spot perfectly.
The last two photos show the original stained dark wood.
These before photos really help to illustrate the dramatic change that paint alone can bring to a space.
Conclusion-
You can see more of our home here.
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Hi! This is absolutely gorgeous! Can you tell me which Navy you used and which exactl finish – thank you for sharing these photos and information about your gorgeou home!
Thanks, it was a custom blend of different blues from Fine Paints Of Europe. Hope this helps.
Hi Sue
Your Butler’s Pantry is beautiful. Love the high gloss paint. You’re right it’s amazing what paint can do to a space!
Looking through your photos I have fallen in love with your home!
I was wondering if it’s possible to obtain your Design Cheat Sheet?
Thank you for being so generous in sharing your design ideas and sources.
Many thanks,
Lucy
Thanks so much!
Just sent it to you!
It is the most beautiful Butler’s Pantry!! The color is amazing
Thanks Meredith! XX
Absolutley STUNNING, SUE!! ♥♥♥ it!
You know we loved everything about your new kitchen but every time I see this butler's pantry I am in awe…stunning, Sue!!
Wow, what a transformation! I love how you used the white coral as an accent – it really pops.