Mr & Mrs Brander - Edinburgh, Edinburgh
The brief
With fond childhood memories of cooking and eating together, this family wanted to replace their tired, dysfunctional kitchen with a space that turned nostalgia into a reality. Their existing kitchen lacked storage for everyday items and provided little space for their relatives and friends to congregate.
The client wanted to create a contemporary space, harnessing a nude palette, incorporating some features to dazzle, and providing plenty of usable cooking space. A Sub-Zero fridge-freezer and a large gas hob were on the couple’s wish list. The design was to be contemporary in styling, but not clinical, with warm tones to complement the existing brickwork wall.
Solution
While a gloss finish was originally desired, the clients opted to go for a matt finish. Leicht Contino handleless cabinetry in Matt Sand Grey with antique, brass-edge grip handles on the tall units were chosen. The transformation is stunning; taking centre stage is a bespoke Stoneham island, incorporating a raised table/ breakfast bar, beautifully adorned with a Corian White Onyx surface and matching tiered framing detail.
Bulkheads and framing details disguise existing beams from a previous renovation, making the furniture look recessed and hiding elements such as the canopy extractor and spotlights, which send light cascading down the oven units.
A pendant light above the island and motion sensors add a touch of drama and ambience, as does the large antique bronze mirror that bounces light around the room, while large format tiles help create a spacious feel. The gloss finish is muted by the matt units and Corian surfaces, created a luxurious but understated feel.
"We are delighted with our new kitchen, KI listened to us and gave us a beautiful, well thought out design".