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Before & After: A Kitchen Inspired by Classic Burberry Plaid
See how the caramel hues of the classic Burberry pattern inspired this high-quality yet grounded space
In a Q&A format, we talk to the designers – and examine the creative thinking – behind some of Houzz’s most loveable rooms.
The kitchen before works.
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Brief
Our client wanted a contemporary feel in this space, a room imbued with the feeling of permanence that comes from using good-quality materials, fixtures and fittings.
Our client wanted a contemporary feel in this space, a room imbued with the feeling of permanence that comes from using good-quality materials, fixtures and fittings.
Starting point
Believe it or not, we started the palette from the classic Burberry plaid; warm chalky tones underpinned with hints of darker materials to ground the scheme.
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Believe it or not, we started the palette from the classic Burberry plaid; warm chalky tones underpinned with hints of darker materials to ground the scheme.
Browse more contemporary Australian kitchens with medium-toned timber cabinets
Burberry Tartan pattern published under license.
Key design aspects
Colour palette:
Key design aspects
Colour palette:
- The Burberry colourway seen here.
Materials palette:
Key pieces of furniture/fittings:
- Aged bronze.
- Taj Mahal Quartzite from CDK Stone.
- Wall joinery in custom-stained oak veneer.
- Dulux Fossil Grey.
Key pieces of furniture/fittings:
- Henry Wilson Surface Wall Sconces in Antique Bronze.
- Armac Martin 160-millimetre Gaumont Pull Handle with a Burnished Brass finish from The English Tapware Company.
- Mixer tap is Brodware Manhattan in Rumbled Brass Organic 23.
Thinking behind the arrangement of furniture/fixtures:
We always strive to use the best quality furniture, fixtures and equipment we can with available budget, by nominating key areas where the impact will be greatest. An example of this is the wall sconces.
Challenges you worked around:
The existing bulkheads were a problem, however we worked with a very creative joiner who managed to hide them behind the wall of joinery.
We always strive to use the best quality furniture, fixtures and equipment we can with available budget, by nominating key areas where the impact will be greatest. An example of this is the wall sconces.
Challenges you worked around:
The existing bulkheads were a problem, however we worked with a very creative joiner who managed to hide them behind the wall of joinery.
The bulkhead before it was covered by the joinery wall.
Why do you think this room works?
The colour scheme and the use of materials make the room feel grounded and warm, it’s an inviting space.
Your turn
Which ideas would you steal from this kitchen? Tell us in the Comments below. And don’t forget to save your favourite images for inspiration, like this story and join the conversation.
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The colour scheme and the use of materials make the room feel grounded and warm, it’s an inviting space.
Your turn
Which ideas would you steal from this kitchen? Tell us in the Comments below. And don’t forget to save your favourite images for inspiration, like this story and join the conversation.
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Catch your next great transformation here with this Before & After: Contemporary Cottage Vibes for a Family Bathroom
Who lives here: A retired couple
Location: South Melbourne, Victoria
Room purpose and size: A kitchen and a casual outdoor dining area
Designer: Alexandra Brownlow, senior interior designer, Brownlow Interior Design
Approximate budget: AU$60,000