and the rear wall splashback that helps define
the space are in a large-format porcelain panel
with the distinct look of veined marble.
“We could have continued the black wall
cabinet across to the tower, but leaving these as
separate elements avoids a dominating mass.”
In addition, the island and tower cabinetry
have recessed pulls, further down-playing the
kitchen’s presence.
However, while the kitchen achieves a chic
yet modest presence within the greater space, it
also offers a wealth of storage and functionality.
“The owners didn’t need a dedicated dining
space, so we made the island long enough and
wide enough to easily accommodate six people
seated comfortably on one end,” says Gliosca.
In fact, the island serves many purposes. It
includes a sink, built-in microwave and, with
drawers on both sides, generous storage space.
The cabinet tower has an integrated fridge
on one side and pull-out pantry on the other.
To bring a heritage element to the modern
kitchen, the owners chose the Skygarden replica
pendants over the island. The insides of these
pendants feature a design that echoes crown
roses found in other Federation homes.
Facing page, top: Large stacker
doors connect a wood-lined outdoor
dining space to this kitchen, part of
an addition to a Federation home by
Urbane Projects.
Facing page, lower: Breathing space
between cabinetry elements helps
avoid this kitchen dominating the
entertaining and living wing.
Above: Negative detailing on the
legs of the island extends the same
detailing seen on the island’s cabinetry.
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