“In addition, this central ground floor space
is connected to the north-facing windows and
garden, so benefits from the warmth of the sun
and proximity of the herb garden,” Haseler says.
The kitchen is comprised of three primary
components. The first is the full height joinery
wall – part of a wood lined volume in the centre
of the home. This accommodates taller kitchen
elements, including the refrigerator and pantry.
The second element is the rear perimeter
cabinetry which includes the sink, dishwasher
and stove below bench height. The back bench
is free of overhead cupboards and incorporates
a mirror splashback recessed into the wall.
The third part of the kitchen is the island
bench which floats free in the space and offers a
clear prep surface able to be used from all sides.
All three components are in a pared-back
palette of Hoop Pine veneer and white laminate.
And the white and wood surfaces don’t stand
alone – they’re a continuation of the joinery
style seen in other connected spaces.
“The kitchen is strategically zoned to make
it easy for two people to use the kitchen at once.
“So, whether it’s making a cup of tea, load-
ing the dishwasher, or prepping for lunch or
Above: This light-filled kitchen and
dining area by studio203 lie at the
heart of a busy family home.
Following pages: The kitchen has
everything to make family life
easier. There’s even a dedicated
cupboard in the island for storing
children’s school shoes. The side
cabinetry houses tall elements such
as the pantry and fridge, and the
cooking zone is to the rear, while the
sculptural island is designed to look
the part with stools or without them.
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