Trends New Zealand Volume 34 No 1 | Page 93

Architect: Mona Quinn, Callidus Architects Cabinetry: HMR board – Arctic White and Pearl lacquer Cabinetry hardware: Kethy from Sopers Benchtops: Island – Caesarstone Snow; perimeter – Formica Elemental Concrete Flooring: Karndean flooring in Light Warm Oak Lighting: Perno.30 metal shade pendants in Brushed Chrome; Rock 92 12w LED square downlights in Silver Kitchen sink: Englefield Cabriole Elite k Taps: Englefield Studio mixer Oven: Fisher & Paykel, Pyrolytic Cooktop: Fisher & Paykel, Induction Ventilation: Bosch canopy rangehood Refrigeration: Elba Dishwasher: Fisher & Paykel, Double DishDrawer Awards: Trends International Design Awards (TIDA) Kitchens – Highly Commended Story by Charles Moxham Photography by Aramani Brouwer save and share: search 49915 at Trendsideas.com search: “white kitchens” at Trendsideas.com benchtops and large scullery bench are also in this finish.” As well as physically offering plenty of room for all, the kitchen adds to it sense of space in other ways, too. The design is clean-lined and minimalist, led by the elongated form of the island. The induction cooktop sits flush in the Caesarstone countertop and the cabinet handles are also understated. “One reason this space works so well is that everything flows on from one thing to the next,” says the architect. “The island countertop steps down to its broader worksurface while the perimeter cabinets also step down to form the window seat.” The kitchen’s subtle two-tone colour palette of white and grey adds to the peaceful feel that the owners wanted for the space. The colours are complemented by the wood-look vinyl floor which adds another natural accent to the design. In terms, of function, the scullery holds a raft of small appliances along with a substantial refrigerator. The dishwasher is tucked into the perimeter cabinetry while on the other side of the kitchen there is a dedicated workspace for several computers. Facing page: The kitchen has strong connections to the outdoors with a built-in window seat and window sliders that open directly to the home’s outdoor entertaining area. Ranch sliders further down the room also access the deck. Top: One wall of the kitchen is taken up with computers – homework can be quickly be followed by mealtime. Above: The large scullery is ideal for keeping prepping clutter out of sight. search | save | share at