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Above: A large black Falcon range
is accommodated within a semifreestanding cooking center. The
scullery can be accessed from either
side of this unit – tiled walls wrap
around the corners, providing a
practical surface.
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and archways, wooden floors
and Art Deco detailing.”
Hardcastle, who worked
closely with Karen Baildon on
the project, says she had collected many images, mostly
featuring American projects.
“Many of these designs
expressed a Georgian feel. This
also helped to determine the
design of the hand-painted
cabinetry,
which
features
simple recessed panel doors
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and fluted glass display
cabinets with a distinctive
diamond pattern.
“The cabinets even show
slight brush marks, which
ensures they can be touched
up easily if needed.”
Hardcastle says a central
island was another request –
as well as providing plenty of
counter space, this needed to
accommodate dining seating
and bar stools.
The L shape evolved from
these requirements. One end
of the island forms a bar top,
while velvet banquette seating
wraps the inside of the L.
The exposed peninsula
on the island is supported by
a square-edged column on a
pedestal base. A similar base
features on the banquette
seating – this is highlighted
by a subtle repetition of the
diamond motif.