Transforming a once dark and dull kitchen …
After their children flew the coop, this foodie couple decided that it was time to make a space for themselves. Their kitchen is positioned in the entrance hall, so easy movement in and around the area was paramount in the design stages. They wanted a minimal aesthetic, with a cosier dining room attached to it.
After discussions with their architect, the couple decided that they wanted an island and functional cabinetry, so the kitchen would be clutter-free. They opted for minimal lighting in the centre of the kitchen and in wooden panelling to avoid disrupting the view from the front-to-rear vista.
The cabinetry was designed with a space-saving strategy in mind. They open out and have a slide in function in the door frame so when a machine in the cupboard is in use, the cabinet can stay open and will not block the walk way around the island. The asymmetrical shape of the panelling adds a quirkiness, with small handles to go more or less unnoticed.
The couple opted to have two sink facilities on the island with a swan neck tap that turns both ways to allow both of them to work at the same time, making their cooking time more sociable. The chunky grey marble counter matches the splashback of the open hob.
The dining extension provides light and depth, with a small internal wall to separate the space. The dining table’s wooden bench includes storage underneath the seats and ties in with the wood panelling on the ceiling in the hallway. The blue patterned tiles add colour and an outdoorsy feel.
In an effort to connect the inside to the outside, a full length glass panelled back door opens onto the garden, with an adjacent wall of windows placed low down to grant a great view while dining.
