Kitchen Studio Design Awards 2023
Highly Commended - Kitchen Distinction Award Under $30KDesigner - Courtney Ewing - Kitchen Studio New Plymouth
Design Brief
This Kitchen was one part of a full home renovation these clients were undertaking. We discussed the key things that we wanted to achieve in this space, which was Functionality, Optimal Storage and a well contrasted but balanced colour palette. All these key concepts were achieved.
Creating a well thought out layout was key in making sure this space flowed. A galley style kitchen with a separate pantry area worked best for what the clients wanted and what the room allowed us to do. We achieved adequate bench space either side of the sink and the hob, as well as more than enough storage for this 3-bedroom home. Enforcing distinct work zones makes this an incredibly functional space that’s easy to work in and ‘makes sense’.
Creating a functional kitchen was the main goal in this design process, however the look of the space was just as important to the clients. We paired black and white cabinetry to create the heavy contrast we were aiming for. We added some pops of wood to soften the look of the kitchen but also incorporate it to the aesthetics of the rest of the house.
Overall, this Kitchen ticked all the clients boxes, Met the brief and provided an exceptional kitchen to work in.
Kitchen Specifications
CABINETRY
Select Melamine Black Embossed
Select Melamine Simply White Velvet
Melteca Planked Urban Oak Woodgrain
BENCHTOP
Duropal Quadra Laminate ‘Roma Marble’ 39mm, Top mounted sink
APPLIANCES
All appliances supplied by client
HBA574E.0A Bosch 60cm Built in Oven
PKE611CA1A Bosch 60cm Ceramic Cooktop
RPC3CL52SS/MB Robinhood 52cm Powerpack Matt Black
SMP66MX05A Bosch 60cm Freestanding Dishwasher
SRL459MB Samsung 427L Bottom Mount Fridge Freezer
HARDWARE & ACCESSORIES
Hafele Blanco Naya 6 Anthracite Bowl
FIT Plastika Minima Cutlery Tray Grey – CT700GY
Archant Edge Straight Handles 40mm Black – 0476.BL
Hideaway 2x 20ltr Bins Cinder Grey – KC40SCD-C
Blum Tandembox Plus Drawers
Blumotion Soft Close Hinges
Hettich Push to Open Mechanisms for wall Cabinets
Hafele Magic Sorto dividers x2
2x Wall Décor units in Planked Urban Oak
50mm Framing in Planked Urban Oak for Pantries