Farmhouse style meets modern functionality in this kitchen
Want an efficient modern workspace but also like the rustic farmhouse style? This well-considered kitchen – complete with barn doors – incorporates both to individual effect
Designed by architect /interior designer Angelique Perak, of Hither Consulting
From the designer:
The brief from the homeowners was to create a contemporary farmhouse kitchen for a family of four.
They wanted the kitchen to have clean lines and contemporary elements, while also incorporating natural materials and detailing to reflect their rural setting and farming background.
The kitchen is the pivot point for this home, with direct access to the dining room, the covered alfresco living and pool areas. Plus the open space also includes a children’s study zone in close reach. So it is always on show and always busy.
To provide the character aesthetic required, Perak selected a subtle material palette with careful layering, including some high profile rural elements.
We chose recycled timber elements and hints of vintage textures – such as handmade splashback tiles and iron pendant lights – to add authenticity to the kitchen's simple layout.
While one high profile rustic element is the barn doors – these conceal the entry to the scullery and pantry – another is the solid wooden farmhouse table-meets-butcher's block section of the kitchen island.
The generous scullery includes a second dishwasher and sink. It also has the simple but effective inclusion of an integrated drawer charger – with the secondary advantage of encouraging device-free dinner times.
A modern charging drawer tucked away out of sight behind rustic barn doors is reflective of the wider kitchen's modern efficiency meets rustic appeal.
Credit list
Architect/designer
Sink
Splashback
Oven, cooktop, ventilation, dishwasher
Water dispenser
Awards
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