Above: The existing wood veneer side wall with
integrated pantry door in the same finish is
original and was retained as a warm counterpoint
to the crisp cabinetry. Existing travertine floors
connect with the warm wood veneer and the
smooth glass finishes, furthering the natural feel .
The recessed aluminium pulls on the cabinetry
contribute to the kitchen’s pared-back appeal.
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adds to the overall minimalist effect.”
The island has been lengthened and
simplified, resulting in a long countertop
that increases the feeling of space. And by
eliminating the seldom used circulation
space between the sliding doors and the
shorter existing island the designer was
able to improve the flow from inside to out
and create a servery to service the deck.”
The slender island and rear benchtops
are both in heat-proof Dekton, making
ideal landing surfaces for pots straight
from the cooktop or ovens.
The large island also offers a wealth
of functionality, including a dishwasher,
trash compactors and even a step ladder
that slots seamlessly into the toekick.
In terms of the kitchen’s bold palette,
the rear cabinetry is in white high-gloss
Poggenpohl Glass, contrasted by the matt
black Poggenpohl Glass for the island.
“The simple palette and minimalist
forms give the kitchen a geometric feel,”
says Rankin. “It’s almost as though the
island block has been plucked out of the
window space behind.”