This beautifully illustrated book for the general public provides kitchen inspiration from the country French style, incorporating full-color illustrations with text describing the details of the style. The title explains the fundamentals and philosophy of country French style and how to translate it to kitchens, incorporating organic beauty, local materials, and simple charm. A closing section provides contacts for resources for kitchen designers, cabinetry, contractors and subcontractors, architects, interior designers, decorative artists and artisans, appliances, sinks and faucets, and antiques and furnishings; the majority of the listings are on the East Coast. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)