Photo of a traditional eat-in kitchen in San Diego with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances and black floor.

Located in the one of the most sought after streets in Gold Coast this holiday home conveys a nautical feel and boasts spectacular views of the Gold Coast hinterland. The clients have always had a strong desire to create a holiday home that encouraged a sense of relaxed living where by the days would be gentle and slow. After residing in the US for several years the clients became admirers of homes in the New England region and in particular the Hamptons. They loved the American take on modern English country, and of equal appeal was the classic Hampton beach lifestyle of carefree summers spent sailing, swimming, boating and fishing. When deciding to renovate their family beach house on the gold coast they knew they wanted to recreate that same effortless elegance and style they were drawn to in the Hamptons and combine it with the relaxed familiarity of Australian living. In their words they wanted to create a home that was “luxurious but never too perfect”. Central to the brief was also the need to satisfy their enthusiastic and demanding gourmands. Not only do they enjoy everything about cooking but also love entertaining especially during the holiday seasons with Christmas and Thanksgiving (an American tradition they quickly became accustomed to) being their favourite times to celebrate. Whether it’s a casual meal with family and friends or a more formal gathering, the kitchen had to function and withstand a great deal of activity. Our challenge was to bring to fruition the clients very definite vision for their home and this thereby presenting us with an ambitious design and renovation project encompassing a large portion of the home. With the kitchen such being such a focal point in the house our task was to orchestrate a space that would be elegant yet comfortable and that required the successful marriage of the design elements for their desired style of interior. Transforming the space. Small, cramped and unbalanced the original kitchen was positioned on a platform - along with the dinning and master bedroom. The original galley kitchen consisted of a full wall of tall cabinetry which boxed in what was already a narrow kitchen. To pave the way for a larger and more spacious design sought after by the clients the southern end of the existing platform was extended in length, walls adjoining the hallway were modified and the opening in the opposing wall closed off. The original laundry on the lower platform which backed onto the kitchen via a hallway was completely redesigned to make way for a new butlers pantry and as requested by the client to house the large Eline Electrolux fridges (required for entertaining). On the lower platform the original opening to the old laundry (no longer required) was also closed off and a new cavity slider entry was cut into the pantry from the kitchen to provide easy and functional access. A new landing was built to bring the storage area of the pantry up to the same level as the kitchen. A “pass through” was created to connect the pantry to the kitchen and dining room, providing easy and functional access to the utility room. The exposed rafters and existing ceiling in both the new kitchen and pantry areas were sheeted in to allow for a new and more effective and functional lighting layout. The conversion of the laundry to allow for a separate pantry and to house the new large fridges (a specific request from the client) was a key aspect to the design as this allowed us to maximise the feeling of space and include large open bench space either side of what was already a narrow galley kitchen. Here the Calacutta marble benchtops selected for their character look lavish and add clean lines to the design. In keeping with the desire to create a sense of calm, elements of balance and symmetry were incorporated into the design and on the cooking (western) wall a large induction cooktop and custom made rangehood cladded in Queensland Cedar veneer was centred and is a key architectural element. The protruded moulding ‘shaker door’ cabinetry further enhance the rooms character and glass front overhead cabinets amplify light and bring the coastal aesthetics into play. All overhead doors are fitted with Blum HF Aventos Servo Drive to ensure functional and ergonomic use in this narrow space. To store the households extensive collection of kitchen utensils, large platters and crockery, generous storage by way of drawers was incorporated in to the kitchen. With the large fridges placed in the pantry as per the clients request, an under bench integrated fridge was positioned in the main kitchen to allow for the storage of everyday necessities. On the opposing (eastern) wall the white ceramic butlers sink is another focal point for the Hampton style kitchen and the ‘Provence’ tap balances with the scale of the kitchen and complements the overall design. A convenient custom made ‘built in’ butchers block was a must have for the client and provides the ideal prep area. The mixed Australian hardwood complements the other natural timber elements including the new Tasmanian oak solid timber flooring and provides textural balance in this timeless interior. Below the butchers block, two Queensland Cedar solid timber trays boast the family emblem and Initials to mark the kitchens exclusivity and further personalises the kitchen. Interest and texture. The earth and sea colour scheme is in keeping with the neutral pallet and softness in the rest of the home and mimic the hues from both the seaside and the views beyond. Careful attention was given to the layering of these earthy shades, tones and textures to ensure the space had unity and depth – a necessary consideration for such a neutral pallet. An example of this is the marbled tiled splashback. Two variations of the tiles (honed and antique brushed) were sourced and cut to size and randomly placed in a brickwork pattern to create visual interest and be less predictable at eye level. The end result. The resulting kitchen is certainly one of the most show stopping features of the home with its bespoke fit out entirely geared to delivering a functional workspace dedicated to the sheer enjoyment of entertaining and cooking. The effortlessly stylish design and timeless finish transcends to fit this Australian home and the relaxed vibe this family was so eager to create for their holiday beach house.

We breathed new life into this Hampton’s inspired kitchen with beautiful fresh materials in soft white and airy blue hues. We also redesigned the layout for optimal food prep, cooking and entertaining while keeping them separate from each other. By incorporating the nook area and removing the desk, we were able to give our client everything she ever wanted in a kitchen (see BEFORE pics). The lines and details of the custom hood and soft curved fretwork in the cabinetry create a sense of understated luxury and elegance. Oil rubbed bronze accents on the island legs, traditional lanterns and sconces, along with brushed nickel cabinet hardware complete the space. We also redesigned the fireplace and added built-ins to both sides for additional storage and unified, fresh new look.

For more photos of this project visit our website: https://wendyobrienid.com.

Photography by Valve Interactive: https://valveinteractive.com/

Photo of a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Gold Coast - Tweed with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Deborah Hutton's Hamptons style kitchen featuring Freedom Kitchens Designer Range cabinetry with the 'Sierra' shaker style door profile in Matt White, with overhead cabinets featuring fluted / broadline glass fronts.

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Mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

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This is an example of a traditional kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.

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Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with stainless steel appliances, granite benchtops, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, ceramic floors and with island.

The hub of the home includes the kitchen with midnight blue & white custom cabinets by Beck Allen Cabinetry, a quaint banquette & an artful La Cornue range that are all highlighted with brass hardware. The kitchen connects to the living space with a cascading see-through fireplace that is surfaced with an undulating textural tile.

This white kitchen is too gorgeous for words! Everything is accented so nicely, from the dark wooden island to the black hardwood flooring. The arch window brightens up the whole room and at night the room can be lit up with the hanging pendant lighting as well as the wall lighting on the left wall.

This stylish painted Brompton kitchen from McCarron & Co in this beautiful Edwardian property presents a clean, modern look without being too contemporary and it complements the traditional elements within the property. The kitchen features a combination of painted cabinets and natural oak with the worktops in a modern quartz. The design encompasses plenty of worktops and Wolf and Miele appliances as well as a high breakfast bar which conceals the preparation area when guests are seated in the dining area. A stunning ceiling lantern naturally lights the area between the large kitchen and dining area. Photographer: Trevor Richards

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Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen/dining combo in New York with white walls and dark hardwood floors.

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Houzz Kitchen of the Week April 8, 2016. Kitchen renovation for Victorian home north of Boston. Designed by north shore kitchen showroom Heartwood Kitchens. The white kitchen custom cabinetry is from Mouser Cabinetry. Butler's pantry cabinetry in QCCI quarter sawn oak cabinetry. The kitchen includes many furniture like features including a wood mantle hood, open shelving, beadboard and inset cabinetry. Other details include: soapstone counter tops, Jenn-Air appliances, Elkay faucet, antique transfer ware tiles from EBay, pendant lights from Rejuvenation, quarter sawn oak floors, hardware from House of Antique Hardware and the homeowners antique runner. General Contracting: DM Construction. Photo credit: Eric Roth Photography.

Light and airy renovation of coastal West Sussex home. Architecture by Randell Design Group. Interiors by Driftwood and Velvet.
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Inspired by the spacious, light soaked homes in the prestigious American quintessential town, the Hamptons, this kitchen is magnificent in elegance and simplicity. This design gives new meaning to the ‘eat-in’ kitchen, with white detail being used to complement its unquestioned style. Although the Hampton Collection emulates the generous proportions of the influential homes, the stunning design can be equally tailored for a more modest setting. The Hampton kitchen can be tailored to any size of kitchen, with alternative island options. Kitchen features: - Decorative detailing on paneled doors and drawers finished with paneled doors; drawers are slab with mould pinned to outer of drawer front. - Glazed dresser units surround the hob, featuring tongue & groove back panels. - 25mm shelves featuring a shaped edge profile. - Top boxes to add to the impressive proportions of the kitchen, taking the cabinetry to the ceiling. Glazed top boxes house subtle down lighters. - A paneled canopy hiding the extractor fan and keeping the worktop free of clutter. - Curved larders giving the kitchen a continuity and breaking up the solidity of the tall cabinetry. - Polished chrome handles featuring a square back plate, card frames can also be added to finish the Hampton look. - Impressive island housing an abundance of storage, two dishwashers, two integrated sorter bins, a steamer, two sinks and combination of graduated drawers. - Banquette seating is incorporated into the large island, which features deep buttoned upholstery and is accompanied with a bespoke made to measure trestle table in washed oak. - Quartz worktop, (Caesarstone in colour Ginger) with a pencil edge detail. - Quartz worktops are impressively low maintenance and boast many desirable features including a nonporous surface, they are also stain, scratch and crack resistant. Kitchen Appliances: The proportions of this kitchen are mirrored with the proportions of the Sub Zero and Wolf appliances. - Sub Zero built-in 914mm wide fridge/freezers showcasing clean symmetrical design along with the iconic grille, featuring some of the most advanced technical design features in appliance design. Air purification systems remove ethylene gas and sealed drawers contain humidity and freshness ensuring a longer lifespan of food. - An E-Series transitional double oven and a warming drawer are housed in cabinetry closely located to the main cooking zone. The hob area is made up of a combination of gas burners and induction tops, all Wolf. - Under mounted stainless steel sinks with Perrin and Rowe mixer taps, one set with a rinse and Quooker boiling water tap and the other sink with a waste disposal unit. All finished in polished chrome.