When American author and television personality Ted Allen moved into his 1870 Victorian Brownstone with his husband, interior designer Barry Rice, in Brooklyn, New York, the house came with a lot of unique details still intact, including old beautiful banisters, pocket shutters, and wooden floors. To pay homage to the historic characteristics yet still integrate modern flair, Ted notes: “We wanted to design an efficient, capable kitchen but have it blend in with the existing wood.” Photo 2 of 6 in Chopped Host Ted Allen Blends Style and Efficiency in His Home Kitchen

Chopped Host Ted Allen Blends Style and Efficiency in His Home Kitchen

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When American author and television personality Ted Allen moved into his 1879 Victorian brownstone with his husband, interior designer Barry Rice, in Brooklyn, New York, the house came with a lot of unique details still intact, including old, beautiful banisters, pocket shutters, and wooden floors. To pay homage to the historic characteristics yet still integrate modern flair, Ted notes: "We wanted to design an efficient, capable kitchen but have it blend in with the existing wood."