Architectural Record Magazine (April, 1995) "Tight Tolerances" After Harry Elson built out irregular walls to create a clean space, this Riverside Drive apartment kitchen had only 100 sq ft - so fit and finish really counted. Measurements for cabinetry and drywall were done only after the handmade tile arrived, to account for the space the tile and grout lines would need: no tiles were cut to fit. Quarter-sawn cherry, selected for its holographic horizontal pattern, gives a sense of depth and movement to the cabinets. The thin-concrete floor is sectioned by zinc terrazzo strips; counters are Pennsylvania ribbon slate. All metal - refrigerator, front, backsplash, separation strips - was orbit brushed.