Farmhouse style meets modern functionality in this kitchen

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. 

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.

Designed by: Hither Consulting

Story by: Trendsideas

Photography by: Mike Bell