wanted to maintain a clear sight line from
one end of the apartment to the other.”
It also needed to be very utilitarian,
with plenty of concealed storage. The
island is primarily used for preparation
and serving, with the main cooking activ-
ity all taking place on the back wall.
While these factors help give the
kitchen a low key presence, it’s really the
selection of materials that integrates the
kitchen into the overall space.
Wilkinson says that the wide plank
walnut flooring specified throughout the
apartment played a large part in determin-
ing the kitchen materials.
“We wanted another wood that would
offer contrast and not be dark,” he says.
White oak used for the cabinetry has a
light white stain applied, keeping it simple
and neutral and making it suitable to carry
through to other cabinetry in the interior.
“Wrapping material round in this
way integrates the kitchen into the entire
space,” says Wilkinson. “It reinforces a
singular loft space, with the kitchen being
a part of it.”
Above: In the process of stripping back the
existing interior, wall linings and framing were
removed, revealing the original brick wall structure
of the early 1900s building. Architect Andrew
Wilkinson says that while the owner didn’t want
exposed brick throughout the apartment, it was
decided to leave a brick section uncovered to add
warmth and texture to the dining area in front of
the kitchen.
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