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Texture, tones and movement transform a kitchen into a modern-day oasis.
Contemporary family living has come a long way in the past 50 years, so when this large 1970s family home in Tā̄makimakaurau needed a revamp, award- winning designer Shane George of Shane George Design had quite a comprehensive brief from the homeowners.
On the wish list was a kitchen island with seating, a set of specific appliances positioned for all family members, a bar area for entertaining, and well-planned storage solutions.
Shane’s first move was to relocate the kitchen into an area that was part of a generous, open-plan living area, which also had easy access to an outdoor area and a pool. Expansive north-facing glass doors welcomed in the much-needed light.
Extensive use of drawers and inner slide- outs was incorporated into the design, taking advantage of voids to make way for additional storage options. Adjacent to the kitchen, Shane also created a laundry and scullery.
The ever-popular Buddy collection of tapware is made in Italy and available from Plumbline. The perfectly proportioned minimalist design of the Buddy Kitchen Mixer Straight Spout with Pull Out Spray is as beautiful as it is functional.
Shane provides extensive practical knowledge and design flair to every project, working from the initial design stage through to production and installation.
He says he likes to incorporate the latest design and technology trends from around the world, interpreting them into the New Zealand way of living. Specifying high- quality materials in an understated way ensures spaces are functional, aesthetically appealing and a cost-effective investment.
Here, Shane’s material selection focused on tactile textures. The decorative wood grain surface is embossed with a matt finish and contrasting acrylic materials complement the appliance colour scheme. The cabinetry’s pattern and grain offer a pleasing contrast to the grey and white veining of the natural stone benchtops and splashback.
Original tawa floors with a natural finish and fresh white walls provide a serene, neutral backdrop for the richly textured kitchen palette.
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The custom made cabinetry was crafted by BM Cabinetry, specialists in high-quality, innovative workmanship. The majority of the joinery uses Laminex Terrain in Woodgrain, accented by Melteca Fog Naturale, and clever use of spaces maximise storage with drawers and slide-outs.
