Northport kitchen designer Susan Serra is the new U.S. distributor of the Hansen Living collection of free-standing solid wood kitchen and bath furniture. Designed by Danish architect Knud Kapper out of eco-friendly, sustainably harvested woods (walnut, oak, teak and ash) with stone, glass and steel, the handcrafted pieces stand on legs and include cupboards, islands, tables, and units for stoves and sinks. They’re an example of soft modernism, says Serra, and are made to last. The finish of the stained and oiled solid woods can be easily renewed, or left to develop a patina. The cost of the pieces are similar to that of traditional high-end cabinetry, says Serra, who intends to install the line in her own home in the spring so prospective buyers can see it in action.
-- CAROL POLSKY