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in the corner of the room,” Craig says.
“They were happy to let us explore various options and materials. The extension
incorporates exposed structural steel elements, which prompted the decision to go
for a slightly industrial look.
“The starting point for the design was
the 2in compressed stainless steel material,
which we have used in several projects.
Here, we decided to wrap it around the
end of the cabinets, rather like a giant elastic band. At one stage we even considered
using bands of yellow rubber, but then

chose to introduce color through bright
lemon accessories that can be changed out
if required in the future.”
A dark-toned quartz island countertop
and concrete flooring reinforce the industrial look, but these elements are offset by
light American oak cabinets and smooth
white lacquer.
“The wood warms the space visually,”
says the designer. “It gives the kitchen
personality, and helps to ensure it interacts
with the wider living area and is not too
hard or clinical.”

Above left: Citrus lemon accents contrast dark
gray walls and concrete surfaces in this kitchen,
which is in a new extension to a 60-year-old
bungalow. The team from Melanie Craig Design
also introduced contemporary lacquer and
American oak cabinetry, with cantilevered
elements wrapped in bands of 2in compressed
stainless steel.
Above: The stainless steel wrapping the cabinetry
is reminiscent of giant elastic bands. To enhance
the crisp look, the cabinetry has mitered corners.

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