Blending Traditional & Contemporary Design
CDMS designed a modern, sculptural object that contrasts with the traditional proportions and style of the room, yet still functions as a conventional larder. The shape and position of the larder derives from the position of adjacent doors and windows and enables the flow of the kitchen to still work.
The larder is clad with panels which have a liquid bronze finish. There is also a glass band running around the top and sides of the structure - this serves to highlight the contrast between modern and old, and is scribed around the cornice and skirting boards so that the traditional features are clearly evident. This feature also works at night - when the lights are on inside the larder there is a satisfying glow.
The larder is positioned against the side (northern) wall of the house which gets no sun - this helps it stay cool. It has air vents and high and low level, the walls are insulated and the inside of the larder is faced with ceramic tiles. Using marble for the worktop and having a slate floor also helps as both stay cold, even during the summer.
Photo's by James French
Mad but lovely and curvy