The homeowners had a desire to create their forever home, complete with a culinary-grade statement kitchen, high-end entertaining zones, and bespoke design features.
The exquisite renovation of the entire house required Michelle Gillbanks of Kitchens by Design to work very closely with the homeowners and their builder so the vision for the home could be seamlessly brought to life.
The home has had no expense spared, with the kitchen area redesigned to meet the needs of modern family living and the delivery of a contemporary design. The original layout was not ideal, with a small, U-shaped kitchen and a walkway between the kitchen, with food storage on the opposite wall.
The new layout brought the pantry into the new galley style layout, eliminating corners altogether, creating better flow and functionality for the clients. The dark finish decided for the kitchen was to connect it with the underlying theme of the rest of the new interior. The combination of stained brushed veneer, bronze metal paint, and plain, painted surfaces were used for cabinet finishes. The leathered granite stone tops and splashback were chosen to provide a tactile experience, adding visual impact and beauty. Accent LED lighting was added below the cabinetry in the kitchen to create warmth and tonality, and to showcase the beautiful wooden floors.
The addition of Gaggenau appliances and the Fisher and Paykel integrated fridge freezer delivered modern elegance and outstanding functionality to this gorgeous kitchen. The connection from kitchen to dining room, or out to the newly landscaped rear garden for alfresco dining has been seamlessly delivered in this beautiful home.
Beyond the kitchen, Michelle and the team at Kitchens by Design worked with the homeowner on other bespoke cabinetry throughout the home. There was a desire for special features to be themed throughout the house like the custom-built aquarium cabinetry and the bookcase just off the living space. Custom cabinetry also completed by Kitchens by Design included the laundry, home office area, and wardrobes. We loved work with the homeowners to deliver their dream home. Custom luxury is distinguishable in the materials, technology, and craftsmanship, with this home delivering on all of these.
