The kitchen is the hub of the home as
the adage runs – change this pivotal space
and the feel of the whole interior can lift.
When designer Kira Gray came to this
project, the existing kitchen was dated,
dark and had a cold appearance.
“It lacked storage and bench space
and, being separate from the living spaces,
there had been nowhere to sit or enter-
tain,” she says. “In its place, the owners
wanted a bright, warm space, with a blend
of modern and traditional elements to link
with the home’s traditional aesthetic.
“They also wanted the new design to
integrate with its wider surroundings.”
Working from architect’s plans, walls
were removed, spaces rearranged, and the
home even extended to achieve a large
kitchen with separate scullery. The kitchen
opens to gardens and deck in one direction
and to dining and family rooms in another
– ideal for gatherings of family and guests.
In terms of functionality, the hob and
concealed hood are set centrally at the rear
of the space, with bench space and glass-
front display cabinets to either side.
Above: Dark becomes white, and cool becomes
warm, in this comprehensive makeover of
kitchen and surroundings by designer Kira Gray
of Fyfe Kitchens. The project involved knocking
down walls and extending the rear of the home
following architect plans, in pursuit of more usable
space and an overall serene, relaxed aesthetic. Two
skylights were added to maximise natural light on
work surfaces and to lighten the space generally.
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