“Overall, they wanted a warm elegant space
– cosy, comfortable and glamorous,” says Gray.
To achieve all of this, walls were removed
and repositioned to combine the disconnected
spaces. The new kitchen faces to the courtyard,
creating an easy flow to the exterior.
“I then created display and storage cabinetry
with colonial detailing and a mirror tile splash-
back, centred on the classic oven and hob.”
The island’s chamfered posts and skirtings,
further the colonial look. The island has a prep
sink and lowered children’s homework table.
“A corner upholstered booth seat provides
casual family room seating and a round French
café style table with a stone top was painted to
link with the kitchen.”
Ultimately, the kitchen oozes glamour with
crystal chandeliers, crystal-look stools, and shiny
brass tapware and handles. Rich timber floors
add warmth to the now high-functioning space.
Contact Kira Gray, Fyfe Kitchens, phone:
027 271 4705, email: [email protected], or
head online: www.fyfekitchens.co.nz
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Facing page, top: This kitchen by
award-winning designer Kira Gray
has improved links to the outdoors
and added a new family seating area.
Facing page, lower: A new scullery
houses the fridge, small appliances,
shelves and a drinks station. The
elegant mirror tile splashback links
back to the kitchen splashback.
Above: Crystal chandeliers, modern
crystal-look stools, and shiny brass
taps give the kitchen a glamorous air.
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