Pamela Heyne believes she is the only architect ever to have interviewed Julia Child about kitchen design. Pamela is currently writing a book focussing on Julia’s last two home kitchens, providing tips and showing how those old fashioned kitchens just might be relevant today. (One of those kitchens is currently on display in the Smithsonian.)
Julia’s home kitchens were anti-glitz and designed to be easy for the cook….from materials, access to tools, lighting. They required minimal walking. They also were eat-in kitchens….the table was smack in the middle of the action. Pamela remembers how pleasant it was to sit down at Julia’s table, rather than teetering on a high stool at an island, and have a delicious cup of French coffee as Julia expounded on her ideas.
Pamela is a graduate of Smith College, as was Julia. She also has a degree in architecture from Yale School of Architecture and is author of two previous books on design.
Pamela will host a seminar on “The New Old Fashioned Kitchen” at her studio in St. Michaels, October 11 at 10:00. She will convey some of Julia’s tips and show how a kitchen inspired by Julia does not have to look like Julia’s. She will also discuss the latest energy efficient appliances, lighting and care for materials such as Julia’s favorite butcher block. French coffee (naturally) and a Julia Child nibble will be provided. free. Reservations required. (410-714-9040 or [email protected])
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