As the river barges do not have the protective layer and, in essence, floating metal racks, all ingredients must be strongly protected to ensure they will not be damaged in transit. "This is a complicated project," Andrew admitted, 'but looking back, it was very fun. "
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Kitchen Overview
who lives here a family
Location Dartmouth, Devon
Size 8 x 9m. home has 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom
Designer Andrew Petherick from Artichoke
Architects Robert Conservation Seymour
kitchen design is part of a wider development of new , four-bedroom house conducted by Robert Seymour Conservation. A previous house was knocked down to make way for this one, which overhangs the river Dart.
'When clients buy a house, he bought the public toilets at the top of the house, too, which he turned into the lobby elevator to go down to the property at the bottom of the cliff, "said Andrew.
who lives here a family
Location Dartmouth, Devon
Size 8 x 9m. home has 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom
Designer Andrew Petherick from Artichoke
Architects Robert Conservation Seymour
kitchen design is part of a wider development of new , four-bedroom house conducted by Robert Seymour Conservation. A previous house was knocked down to make way for this one, which overhangs the river Dart.
'When clients buy a house, he bought the public toilets at the top of the house, too, which he turned into the lobby elevator to go down to the property at the bottom of the cliff, "said Andrew.
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Artichoke asked to create a kitchen that is alluded to form a boat, as the owner is a keen sailor. 'the client wanted to design nodded toward the galley kitchen, "said Andrew. teak worktops, olive ash cabinets and curved edges of the island and splashback, with everything neatly tucked away, giving a real sense of this maritime cook kitchen.
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One of the most striking thing about the room is the amount of light, with glass elements on both sides of the room and a large skylight above the central island.
skylight was also instrumental in bringing some heavy furniture, such as ovens and refrigerators, that will be too heavy to carry by barge. "We have furniture digger lifted from the barge into the living room, and we worry that heavier pieces may be pulled into the water," said Andrew. Instead, they use a crane to lower these items through the sky.
Refrigerator, Sub-Zero. Bar stool, Nest.
skylight was also instrumental in bringing some heavy furniture, such as ovens and refrigerators, that will be too heavy to carry by barge. "We have furniture digger lifted from the barge into the living room, and we worry that heavier pieces may be pulled into the water," said Andrew. Instead, they use a crane to lower these items through the sky.
Refrigerator, Sub-Zero. Bar stool, Nest.
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window bay peered out over the tidal wall of the house, allowing views of the River Dart. In terms of deciding on the layout, Andrew said, 'It is important parlor precedence in terms of the view.' Of living space, including a central fire pit, designed by the architect, with furniture chosen by the client.
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The island consists of olive ash cabinets and drawers, which hides some utilitarian elements, such as dishwashers and garbage bins. A microwave is also housed here, otherwise Aga. "I'm not sure I love having a big bank equipment, it makes it difficult to design something elegant," said Andrew. simple spotlights highlighting the island after dark.
Microwave, Miele.
Microwave, Miele.
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in order to be able to wash some more delicate crockery client, Andrew including solid teak sink in design, because it is more forgiving than other materials. Teak contains natural oils that repel water, making it ideal for wet areas. The faucet is operated by pulling tips straight ahead.
worktop is also teak. "Clients want to be able to cut straight to the surface," said Andrew. Although the cut will mark the surface, the client wants it to be a worktop to use and practical, and knows replace it will easily become heavily marked.
T45 faucet, MGS.
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worktop is also teak. "Clients want to be able to cut straight to the surface," said Andrew. Although the cut will mark the surface, the client wants it to be a worktop to use and practical, and knows replace it will easily become heavily marked.
T45 faucet, MGS.
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on the other side of the island, wood dips back to make breakfast bar. "We made a shape as it reflects the curve in splashback rear glass," said Andrew. He also has the advantage of crispy partnership (in which the joint is cut at 45 degrees to hide the edge detail). It's little touches like this that give the kitchen elegance.
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sink second is the scullery sink and stainless steel under-mount, designed to be large enough to pot Aga. Andrew went to handle the details hidden in the furniture so as not to break the line, and so fixed in accordance with the contemporary, sleek look.
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bifold doors open out to a terrace overlooking the river. Rear, lift shaft looks; This is also the entrance to the house. When buying a property, the client also bought 1960 public toilets on the shaft and turn it into the elevator lobby, as the only other access is via a steep, narrow set of concrete steps. Now lift takes you into the home with ease and comfort.
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In this figure, the curve of the kitchen easily visible. "This does not mean square kitchen," said Andrew. For splashback, designers should take the template of the interior walls of the building to the rear glass curves painted with the same angle.
Olive ash, used for cabinets, tend to grow in a very straight line and has a distinctive and rather beautiful, grains stripes. "It's a nice warm color," said Andrew. "When we do a contemporary design, we tried to do it with warmth. Contemporary can be difficult, so we introduce an element of soft and warm, making it more pleasant to be in."
Range cookers, Aga.
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Olive ash, used for cabinets, tend to grow in a very straight line and has a distinctive and rather beautiful, grains stripes. "It's a nice warm color," said Andrew. "When we do a contemporary design, we tried to do it with warmth. Contemporary can be difficult, so we introduce an element of soft and warm, making it more pleasant to be in."
Range cookers, Aga.
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wooden elements and sleek lines of the kitchen manages to give the feel of a galley kitchen, so perfectly at home in a little place by the river.
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