A compact, practical and stylish kitchen

When it came time to design the kitchen, homeowners had a clear vision. It had to be practical, functional and visually pleasing. The resulting room, at just 4.4m by 2.9m, is certainly not over-large, but nevertheless packs in plenty of storage, in the shape of a bank of tall cabinets, home to a stack of ovens and the fridge-freezer, as well as a mix of base cupboards and drawers and display shelves that complete the C-shaped space. Aiming for a classic yet fresh look that wouldn’t date, the couple opted for white, Shaker-style cabinetry with timber benchtops that add a natural warmth, and introduced a pair of strategically placed pendants which give an unexpected industrial edge.