to extend this semi-industrial feel to the kitchen
where the brick wall becomes the splashback
and the tall wall cabinets are in matt black.”
The furniture-look island also extends the
recycled aspect of the design, being built by the
homeowner from salvaged Tasmanian oak. This
is used as a breakfast bar and casual dining area.
“In terms of functionality, the kitchen doubles
as a through space, hence the understated, furni-
ture-like appeal of the island. We created wide
avenues between various areas of the kitchen so
someone could be cooking and another passing
easily through the space at the same time.”
The kitchen is designed in zones and, despite
the wide spaces, achieves a close work triangle.
“The tall cabinets near the island concertina
open to reveal a large pantry, with provision for
small appliances, while the cooking station is
to the right. Both areas are a few steps from the
island and the low L-shaped run of cabinetry on
the other side of the space, used for prepping
and clean-up as well as additional storage.”
The crowning touch on the design, literally,
is the mezzanine floor, which is centred directly
over the workspace and helps give definition to
the kitchen area.
Above left: Cool-toned concrete
floors and matt black cabinetry are
balanced by the warmth of recycled
brick and wood in this kitchen
design by Maytree Studios. On a
project that emphasises recycled
materials, the island – crafted by one
of the homeowners – is built from
repurposed Tasmanian oak.
Above: The recycled brick fabric
of the expansive home extension
becomes the kitchen splashback,
furthering the semi-industrial look.
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