"The blue-and-white palette feels beachy, summery, and clean, clean, clean," says Marshall Watson, the designer. White Manhattan Calacatta marble on the countertops blends in with the whitepainted cabinetry. Window shades are made of an indoor-outdoor fabric from Sonia's Place.

The gooseneck faucet by Dornbracht is handy for filling a tall lobster pot. The professional-style stainless-steel Garland range is paired with a Rangemaster hood.

The 2-by-6-inch glass tiles, laid in a traditional running bond, reminded Watson of sea glass: "You don't find it much anymore, with all the plastic bottles and cans."