Trends New Zealand Trends Volume 32 No 5 New Zealand | Page 110

Above: The kitchen is the hub of this
family home. A waterfall countertop
in white quartz on the island provides
a practical yet eye-catching feature.
The kitchen has a walk-in pantry,
up-to-the minute appliances and a
wealth of storage. Industrial drop
lights accent the kitchen, providing a
rustic touch to the communal space.
Here, the hub really does mean the
hub, with the kitchen only a few steps
from the dining and living areas.

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the outside translate into light-filled interiors on
the inside.
The spacious house has two separate living
areas – a major bonus for a busy family lifestyle. The master bedroom and fourth bedroom
include walk-in wardrobes, plus there’s a media
room, a study, and a large double garage.
At the heart of the home stands the designer
kitchen in crisp black and white tones. Both the
black perimeter benchtop and white waterfall
island countertop are in smooth Prime Stone –
an attractive, low-maintenance surface.
The kitchen has a spacious walk-in butler’s

pantry with plenty of shelving and storage.
Smart Fisher & Paykel appliances also feature –
including a generous 90mm cooktop.
The master ensuite and bathroom are equally
well considered, boasting natural wood veneer
Clearlite Bolero vanities and minimalist Methven Echo tapware. There’s also a separate toilet.
The home has a light, neutral colour scheme
with walls, trims and ceilings in Resene Double
Sea Fog, an ideal backdrop for an owner to bring
their own personality to the design. Accent
doors are in Resene Nero, a deep black with inky
tones that will work with any colour. A soft-to-