The homeowners on this project wanted the
kitchen to connect effortlessly to the interior and
exterior living spaces – creating a functional yet
casual kitchen at the heart of their new home.
Architect Roy Tebbutt at Strachan Group
Architects (SGA) says the understated kitchen is
positioned at the intersection between the main
circulation hallway and the entry concourse – a
pergola-like element that runs right through the
interior and out to the lawn and pool area.
“Being an integral part of the home design
process from the outset led to the kitchen
becoming a logical extension of the materials
and detailing seen elsewhere throughout the
interior,” says Tebbutt.
Perhaps the strongest material connection
is the bamboo cabinetry. This pale wood is also
introduced on internal doors, custom bathroom
cabinetry, occasional shelving, built-in window
seats and bookcases.
“And the connection doesn’t stop there. The
bamboo also connects with the home’s window
joinery and the slatwork that forms the pergola.”
The modern plywood ceilings complement
the bamboo cabinets, too, while the matt green
splashback also tones in with both these warm,
Above: Bamboo cabinetry with
recessed handles on the lower
doors and push-to-open latches
on upper doors connects with the
wider use of wood in this new
home. Book shelves introduced
at both ends of the island give it a
furniture-like feel when viewed from
the central hallway. The home and
contemporary family kitchen were
designed by architect Roy Tebbutt of
Strachan Group Architects.
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