'The kitchen was originally in the old part of the house, which has a low ceiling and a very radiant, "recalls Marcus." We decided the best solution would be to move to a new, Victorian additions. Space has been unused for several years, but beautifully laid out with gorgeous features, such as decorative windows and original stone fireplace. "
Lounge old kitchen duly turned into a cozy comfortable, while Richard worked magic transform architectural spaces of this rich into a contemporary kitchen that works in harmony with the period around it.
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who lives here Richard and Barbara Anderson
Location Oxford
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Richard and Barbara are happy to consider reconfiguring the space below them when they move vicarage to the 17th century. An additional Victorian home has caused the layout to be confused over the years. they are called Marcus as he had worked with them before, so it is already familiar with their tastes.
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" It can be very beautiful when contemporary design and traditional features paired, "said Marcus, who are aware of respecting the original architectural details during the renovation. "We have adopted a very honest - it is not trying to be a reproduction of the style, it is unashamedly contemporary," he explains. Natural stone fireplace takes center stage in the room and flanked by two towers gray aluminum cabinets with walnut edge, designed for walnut herringbone floor.
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aluminum cabinets kitchen appliances seamlessly integrate while also keeping small items, such as coffee makers and toaster, out of sight. The drawer unit in the house crockery and mugs left, and right across the sink, which has a boiling water tap. "It's all very aesthetic, but part of the beauty comes from the function," said Marcus. 'For example, the dishwasher close to where the equipment is stored, making it easy to dismantle, "he said.
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Two sinks have been integrated into the island slim, which also houses the hidden waste disposal. the induction cooktop sits flush to the worktop, allowing it to become a regional multifunctional. " it can be covered with a chopping board when it is not used to maximize the worktop space, "said Marcus. 'the cabinets and islands provide all the storage for the kitchen. We do not want to disturb feature, so we decided for the unit on the wall."
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a cantilevered walnut breakfast bar visual link with the floor and dresser, while providing practical space where couples can enjoy an informal meal. 'Architecture, the room is very attractive and, by introducing a closet contemporary, I feel we have done something a little different, "said Marcus.
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double deep kaolin (off-white) laminates island combines storage and drawers on either side, making it practical as well as beautiful. "We also spent a lot of time to consider the layout of this room," Marcus said. "We have to be careful to make sure the island is centered in the window, so that the benefits of space of many symmetry. It's enough to see the statue, "he added.
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drawer handleless island has a hook touch and grasp the hidden elegantly above, all helping to create a seamless look couples want. "This is very wise, a simple scheme that complements rather than imitating its surroundings," said Marcus.
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