Although the owners, understandably, wanted for the kitchen as possible, the rules strict planning means permission is not granted for an extension to the return side." We must build a kitchen back in the same footprint , "said Hannah, except at the end, where he could take a little extra space, widened to the side about 700mm. This is all we are allowed to," he said, "but to create a place for the dinner table, the couple really wants to enter. '
To change this cramped space into a stylish, contemporary kitchen, Hannah employ some clever ideas. ' We do what we can within the limited dimensions, "he explains. "We maximized the feeling of space by installing a galley kitchen, and include as much glass as possible to increase the light levels. We are also working hard to create a good sense of flow, so the kitchen was fully integrated with the rest of the house." Here's how he did it ...
Kitchen Overview
who lives here some young professionals
Location Birmingham
property A terraced houses Victorian three-bedroom
Designer Hannah Cockburn of Cream & Black Design interior
Size Approx 7.5mx 3m (at the widest point)
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a large number of glass has been fitted into the narrow kitchen is to increase the level of light and enhance its relationship with the outside. Three skylights fitted along the roof and glass doors opening tip. The rear wall has a sliding door with triangular panels above, to attract additional light, while the glass on the right table is a set of bifold doors. 'The various doors allow the whole area to be opened and connected to the garden, "said Hannah.
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In addition to all the natural light, Hannah placed a mixture of songs and lighting pendants. track provides a fully adjustable, super-practical task lighting, while pendants make a sweep of soft light. ' There are five altogether, sitting between the skylight, "said Hannah. 'They are beautiful and simple, and when lit at night they look like glowing planet.'
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"We have to work with a narrow space, but do not want to look too long and thin," said Hannah. To help create a sense of width, height unit he cooperated fully in graphite black with white base unit. 'Mixing the two tones make the room feel more attractive, "said Hannah.
He also worked in a variety of finishes - matt on unit gray and high gloss on white - to create contrast without disturbing the color scheme of gray and simple white.
On the exterior wall, Hannah installed only base unit. "They do not interfere with line of sight to the end of the room and into the garden," he said. "It helps the kitchen feel more airy."
kitchen cabinets, Hacker.
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He also worked in a variety of finishes - matt on unit gray and high gloss on white - to create contrast without disturbing the color scheme of gray and simple white.
On the exterior wall, Hannah installed only base unit. "They do not interfere with line of sight to the end of the room and into the garden," he said. "It helps the kitchen feel more airy."
kitchen cabinets, Hacker.
See 10 ways to make the most of kitchen small space
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Hannah kept details to a minimum to help the kitchen feel open and spacious. The closet all have integrated handles and sink undermount ensure shelf quartz is one of the parts run lean. Simple white ceramic tiles line the floor.
'Now, what the owners increase the space, like a work of art, can work with it, "said Hannah.' This is really neutral, simple background to everything else going on around him for years . "
Appliances, Miele.
'Now, what the owners increase the space, like a work of art, can work with it, "said Hannah.' This is really neutral, simple background to everything else going on around him for years . "
Appliances, Miele.
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owners can enter the kitchen from the living room or dining room. "If we had blocked the entrance to the dining room, you'll have to walk down the hall and through a door into the living room to reach the dining room," said Hannah. 'By maintaining two doors, front and back of the house are connected and open plan. "
Explore the kitchen layout more beautiful
Explore the kitchen layout more beautiful
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to increase the sense of open-plan, flowing space, Hannah cleverly extended the basic unit of the kitchen into the dining room. "We use off-the-peg kitchen Germany, but I have a unit bespoke made to hug the corner, "he said.
Hannah then equipped them with the same door as the kitchen to look seamless." It's much cheaper to buy a kitchen ready use and modify it with a touch made rather than having everything made bespoke, "he added.
details this smart help old kitchen was fully integrated into the house." We want to maintain a sense of flow , to ensure the kitchen does not feel isolated in the back, "said Hannah.
Hannah then equipped them with the same door as the kitchen to look seamless." It's much cheaper to buy a kitchen ready use and modify it with a touch made rather than having everything made bespoke, "he added.
details this smart help old kitchen was fully integrated into the house." We want to maintain a sense of flow , to ensure the kitchen does not feel isolated in the back, "said Hannah.
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cool tones of white and cream parlor open-plan space aid is linked visually with the kitchen in the back.
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