Blue Haven - Contemporary Style Kitchen Redefined
After recently re-designing and installing our Blue Haven clients' Bathroom and Laundry last year, we had the excellent opportunity to re-imagine their outdated and tiny 1990s Kitchen.
The original kitchen had a very impractical, cramped and restrictive layout, with very limited bench space, small amount of storage space and outdated features.
We were able to redesign and change the spatial layout to maximise on the available blueprint floor space for a more practical, open kitchen with an abundance of storage.
The Benchtop was extended to align with the Hallway Entry wall for added benchtop length, giving the client added ample space for a concealed Pull Out Bin, drawers and new Dishwasher - which they didn't have before.
The pantry was taken out and replaced with ample sized fridge, with the pantry allocated beside it closer to cooking amenities with internal Blum Antaro Soft Close drawers for storage. A Microwave pigeon hole was created between upper and lower pantries for benchtop level accessibility.
The Oven was relocated to the centre of the U Shape Design, to create a working triangle in the kitchen. This allows for better efficiency, flow and functionality in the kitchen.
The Overhead Cabinets were extended to full height to maximise storage space, and give a modern contemporary feel. Utilising every aspect of space was essential to get the best outcome for the limited floor size.
The quality of the cabinets was upgraded to 2 Pack Polyurethane Satin (Matte) finish in Dulux Snowy Mountains Half with Sharknose Profile Handles.
For a real coastal contemporary feel, we used Polytec Angora Oak Woodmatt, which is a gorgeous neutral wood textured MDF board as a fine boarder for our white cabinets and backing board for the Benchtop and Curved Edged Shelving. The Cutout Box Shelves overhead are a nod to the Laundry design completed last year for consistency in styling.
Upgrading the quality of the benchtop from 90s Blue Laminate to Quantum Quartz Riveria Stone in 20mm Aris Profile elevated the look. Combined with creating a beautiful soft curve to the corner of the benchtop meeting the hallway allowed a 1200mm wide benchtop without impeding the Bedroom Hallway opening.
Finished with Dulux Painted Glass Spashback in Dieskau Half Strength allows for an easy to clean surface that doesn't date with time.
Hardware features Brushed Stainless Steel and Black highlights for a premium look. The Gooseneck Pullout Handle for the Basin is a must have in any kitchen, for its ability to direct the water exactly where it needs to go.