lemington

This kitchen was awarded the TIDA Best Imported Kitchen 2020 and was designed by Lara Farmilo.

The clients wanted the focus of this kitchen to be totally on the furniture, the lighting, the sculptural design and finish of the sink mixer, and on the ‘stone’ of the benchtops and splashback. They wanted no handles and no vertical appliances to be visible to distract from the focus of these items. This was achieved in several subtle ways: the use of vertical negatives, drawer and pull-outs controlled by push-to-open mechanisms, and strategically placed (and hidden) LED lighting.

Looking for perfection, the Dekton ‘Opera’ benchtop sections were grain-matched. Likewise, on the hob bench and splashback. Above the hob (housing the extractor), the use of timber veneer fronts gives the whole design a focal point and a contrast to the stone-grey fronts used elsewhere in the kitchen.

As is often the case, the challenge was to fit all of the client’s specifications into the space available. This dwelling was one of three townhouses built on a standard-sized section and, as always, the dimensions of the kitchen room were tight.

This was overcome by the use of integrated appliances and by the addition of a small scullery off the kitchen to augment storage and house the ovens. The scullery also helped to ensure the kitchen itself remains minimalist and uncluttered.

Logistically, the home was a challenge, as the stairways are narrow and winding. All cabinetry and benchtops were delivered over the balcony.

This kitchen won the 2020 TIDA Award for its design. Read the full article and watch the video HERE