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Myers Touch Kitchen Design Studio developed a scheme that was to include a beautiful, yet functional statement island in the centre of the new space, as well as consider the materials, storage systems and appliances for the main rear wall cabinetry. The clients had a passion for design and symmetry but also required the layout to be functional and have plenty of storage in order to ensure that the new extension remained uncluttered.

The kitchen space

The original walls of the property had many angled walls and featured some tight spaces, so careful consideration of SieMatic’s cabinetry choices was given to ensure maximum functionality in those spaces. After much consideration, Myers specified SieMatic’s SC10 Cabinetry in a Provence Oak Laminate finish which was placed in a framed style at the rear wall. The same cabinetry was specified for under the island to create a contrast with the new and original material features in the space.

In order for the family to keep the kitchen uncluttered, careful planning of internal storage systems was considered in the form of using SieMatic’s internal Drawer boxes and their MultiMatic internal storage system which were used to store smaller items such as spices and sauces, as well whilst providing space for slide-out drawers and storage baskets.

For the central island, Myers combined contrasting textures by using 30mm Silestone Eternal Calacatta natural stone, polished worktops with ‘waterfall island’ edges and a Corian solid surface back panel. The geometric patterned Corian panel in Cameo White looks particularly spectacular at night when the owners turn on the architectural-toned lighting under the island.

Product specification

Appliances chosen for the island included a sophisticated Elica Illusion extractor hood so it could be totally integrated in the new architectural space without visual distraction, a Siemens iQ500 Induction Hob with touch-slide control, and a Caple undercounter wine cabinet. To maximise every inch of the new space and to ensure the owners had a place for everything, Myers also used additional cabinetry and storage options in the island such as extra deep drawers to store saucepans, cutlery, and everyday crockery.

The eye-catching antique-bronze mirrored splashback not only helps to provide the illusion of extra space but reinforces family ‘togetherness’ as it reflects and links the rear of the kitchen ‘snug’ area where family members can sit and relax or work when not in the main kitchen extension area.

The original toned brickwork and 18th Century steel windows in the original part of the extension also help to tell the story about the older part of the house which now juxtaposes to the new, contemporary kitchen living extension. A handy door was also included in the extension which leads to the garage on the main road for family convenience and over-flow storage.

KEITH MYERS, THE MYERS TOUCH ON…

THE COLLABORATIVE PROCESS

We have a lot of experience working collaboratively with AR Design – they will initially design the layout of the kitchen in a new project, and from there we work closely with the client and AR Design to decide on the final design details, cabinetry choices, worktops and functional aspects of the layout to make sure we cater for how a client wants to live, work, cook, entertain and feel in the space that works from the inside out.

MY FAVOURITE ASPECT OF THE SCHEME

I love the warm and contemporary tones of the kitchen cabinetry that contrast so beautifully with the exposed original brick walls from the original rear wall of the house, so that it becomes a harmonious fusion of old and new in the space. The antique bronze mirror splashback is another lovely feature as it gives the illusion of extra space reflecting the snug and dining area of the room, but also adds a touch of sophisticated luxury to the space.