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NKBA DESIGN AWARDS 2015 Best Kitchen Design under $25,000 winner Katrina McDermid, Dip Arch HK Kitchens Bay of Plenty Chapter Designer Designer statement Katrina McDermid, Dip Arch HK Kitchens Tauranga [phone] [email protected] heirloomkitchens.co.nz This architecturally designed home was to be the client’s new show home. Designing a show home kitchen does not come without challenges, restraints and the need to appeal to a wide range of customers’ tastes. It’s all about wow factor and compromise! This was an opportunity to incorporate some of the newest materials on the market. Cabinetry Laminex Melteca Dawn Grey; Bestwood Melamine Black Supermatte; Laminex HK White by HK Kitchens Shelves Solid American oak by Blackmore Design Benchtop/splashback Eurostone Veined Michelangelo from Heritage Hardware Appliances Oven, cooktop, and dishwasher by Fisher & Paykel; ventilation by Vissari Sink Ikon Mercury Hardware Hettich; Burns & Ferrall Photography Nikki South Photography The layout of the space was determined by the client’s architect. Our first strategy meeting involved initial sketches to see how we could develop the space to incorporate additional features, such as the Burns & Ferrall Panama stainless steel accessory trough and Heritage Hardware’s Eurostone Veined Michelangelo 12mm benchtop material. This was also to be the splashback. We chose to bring the pale colour of the concrete flooring into the cabinetry and through onto the benchtop. Extrusion handles give a negative detail separation between the benchtop and base cabinetry. This was followed through at ceiling height with a negative detail between the cabinets and bulkhead. Subdued colours were used on the island, allowing the back wall to become the feature wall of the kitchen. Small pops of timber accents were introduced to add softness to the black cabinetry. Being able to use the benchtop material as a splashback gave us visual continuity and created a larger space without introducing another product. A walk-in pantry allows easy access to all pantry items at a quick glance. Judges’ comments The designer has achieved an impressive amount for the budget. The floating 20mm top, floating shelves, pantry shelving and extras, such as the inset for knives and boards’ give this kitchen the feel of a much more expensive design. The aesthetic is enhanced by the innovative use of contrasting materials. search | save | share at trendsideas.com