Australia Kitchen and Bathroom Trends AU Kitchen and Bathroom Trends Vol. 30/8 | Page 85

Penthouse apartments invariably have great
views, and these are even more spectacular with
a beachside location.
The interiors of such apartments are usually
designed to complement the view rather than
compete with it. They also tend to reflect the
high-end nature of the architecture, and be well
suited to entertaining on a grand scale.
This new penthouse in Terrigal, NSW, meets
all these criteria. With its spacious, open-plan
living area that flows out to a large terrace, the
apartment epitomises contemporary luxury and
a relaxed lifestyle.

Not surprisingly, there is a sleek, high-end
kitchen designed for easy entertaining. Designer
Rob Brown of Styline Kitchens, who worked
alongside interior designer Bev Gibson, says the
owner wanted the kitchen to be warm and inviting and an integral part of the interior design.
“The owner also required a separate bar and
coffee area and a butler’s pantry. It was also
essential that the sinks be hidden from sight.”
To this end, Brown designed a long, curved
island that mimics the shape of the wave-like
balconies on the building. It also echoes the arc
of the curved suspended ceiling directly above.

Above left and top: High above the
street, this penthouse apartment
opens up to an expansive terrace and
spectacular sea view. The kitchen,
by Styline Kitchens, features a large
curved island beneath a matching
suspended ceiling. The upstand has
an Axolotl metallic paint finish that
resembles silvery waves.
Above: A tinted and toughened
Mirastar mirror glass splashback by
Aspex Splashbacks reflects the view
along the length of the kitchen.

search | save | share at my.trendsideas.com

83