Traditional Eat-in Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and a Peninsula Design Ideas

Belvedere design by Raffaele Pravato The expression of nature and the love of country life Belvedere, in the Scavolini traditional line, is the kitchen which most impressively re-creates the appeal of the family life of bygone days and the warmth of a tranquil, natural environment. Inspired by the culture of old country homes, it features hand-finishing procedures which enhance the values and contents of a friendlier world to which many of us would gladly return. Woods and natural colours, rustic work-tops and masonry, ceramic tiles, glass-fronted cupboards, kneading troughs, recesses and chimney hoods. Situations and objects of fond memory, a vital part of our history, which the Belvedere kitchen, complete with every convenience, allows us to enjoy once more. See more at: http://www.scavolini.us/Kitchens/Belvedere#sthash.tCMDSgvE.dpuf

Traditional villas often don’t naturally align with the open-plan ideals of contemporary living. In this project, we transformed a constrained and disconnected space into a seamless, functional, and stylish heart of the home, perfect for modern living. The Transformation The original kitchen and dining areas were separated by a wall that included a fireplace and chimney, which also marked the intersection of the twin-gable roofline and a much lower lean-to roof. This structural divide created a significant drop in ceiling height, contributing to the disjointed flow. While the dining room was reasonably well-proportioned, the kitchen was cramped, and movement between the two spaces was uncomfortable and restricted. To achieve a cohesive, open-plan layout, the fireplace and chimney were removed. In their place, we introduced a large kitchen peninsula that not only increased the workspace but also created a natural connection between the two rooms. To address the ceiling height disparity, a patterned bulkhead was designed to mirror the peninsula below. This feature provided a decorative element while housing recessed lighting, bringing both practicality and elegance to the space. The kitchen itself was reimagined with grey-painted panel cabinets that concealed modern, efficient systems to maximize storage and ease of use. A ‘marble look’ engineered benchtop, paired with a Victorian-style tap and vegetable spray, added a sense of timeless sophistication. Pewter knobs and bevelled-edge subway tiles completed the traditional ensemble. The Result The kitchen and dining areas are now a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, combining functionality with style. The open-plan layout creates a welcoming atmosphere that’s perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying daily life. Natural light pours in through newly added French doors, and the fresh paint, stylish tile splashback, and updated flooring bring a renewed sense of life to the space.

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Fitzroy Hartforth Blue and Porcelain furniture. Worktops are in 30mm in Bianco Maple including upstands, splashback and window sill. Blanco Sink, Quooker Fusion boiling water tap and Neff appliances.

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