or be opened up as part of the wider space.”
And a little like a giant matching bookend,
another cubed, wood-clad insertion lies on the
other side of the kitchen – again, this box’s
simple lines belie its multipurpose functionality.
“The strategic placement of this two-way
bathroom-powder room allows it to be accessed
from both outdoors or the kitchen – so it serves
as a powder room and a pool bathroom, avoid-
ing need for wet footprints through the home.”
A walk-in pantry that links straight to the
kitchen is tucked in at the side of this insertion.
“And while the two box-like forms recede
visually, the entertainer’s kitchen between them
draws the eye from most areas,” says Simons.
The kitchen deftly balances functional-
ity and drama. The room-high wall cabinetry
holds a wealth of storage but, blending in with
the wider colour palette, it also recedes from
sight. Out front, the chunky dark granite island
is dramatically contrasted with a waterfall side
counter in a beautifully veined white marble.
The latter provides for casual breakfast seating.
A new main bathroom reflecting a boutique
hotel-style feel and an upmarket, contemporary
master ensuite were also part of the project.
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