Kitchen art deco

First, there were ugly kitchen appliances. Then someone invented cabinet panels to hide those appliances.

Now, it's gone full circle: Decorative paintings to call attention to appliances.

Yes, it's true. Charleston, S.C., artist Janie Atkinson has unveiled a line of trompe l'oeil paintings called ''Door Decor Decorative Panels'' that cover any standard dishwasher panel.

Her designs, which cost $69.95, include faux paintings of a wine cooler, an aquarium and a china closet.

For more information, contact Door Decor at 877-884-8058 or www.doordecorllc.com.