The Approach
We retained the kitchen’s axial clarity, the way it frames courtyard and trees at either end, and designed everything around restoring those views.
Reflective surfaces were replaced with matte, tactile materials: honed quartz worktops, warm timber veneers, and soft, desaturated tones. Partnering with Johnny Pang, we developed bespoke veneered cabinetry to reface standard IKEA carcasses, achieving a custom finish within a tight budget.
Cabinetry was stacked to full ceiling height (beyond 2.4m), giving a sense of generosity and craftsmanship while maximising storage. The island became a social hinge: cooking on one side, casual bar seating on the other — where work, conversation, and family overlap naturally.