KITCHENS
Cambridge midnight blue kitchen from Benchmarx Kitchens . Prices start from £ 1,800 for an eight-unit kitchen .
A KITCHEN FOR EVERY SEASON
When Karl Andrews and his wife bought their home in 2018 , they knew the property ’ s original , narrow kitchen would not suit the family ’ s needs – especially with the couple ’ s shared passion for cooking and interior design .
With the large garden at the rear of the property providing the perfect opportunity for an extension , the couple quickly envisaged the kitchen of their dreams . They knew that an open-plan design , leading into the garden through bi-fold doors , would create a seamless transition between the living space and outdoor area . Following nine months of building work , the couple finished their project in June and have since been enjoying their new , functional space .
With ample room for a new design thanks to the newly extended 55m ² of floor space to the rear of the property and 35m ² of additional space to the side , the couple began their renovation project with the most important decision first – the kitchen style . Sharing a love for the traditional shaker design but keen for the kitchen to incorporate a contemporary edge , the couple instantly fell in love with the Cambridge range from Benchmarx Kitchens .
The range showcases the perfect marriage of traditional and modern design , with its narrow frames that reinforce the shaker ’ s timeless versatility , while combining an attractive modern twist .
Commenting on his kitchen choice , Karl said : “ When it came to choosing our kitchen , we wanted a design that adopted clean lines but wasn ’ t too minimalist in its appearance . We have always admired industrial style interiors and wanted to include references to this aesthetic in our renovation project . We therefore decided to reclaim the exposed brick wall and pillar posts , which contrast perfectly with the sleek , understated cabinetry of the Cambridge range in the gorgeous midnight blue colour option .
“ We knew that the key to making an industrial look a success is very much in the mix of textures you choose , so we opted to include knurled brass handles and brass taps
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