Out of the past
This contemporary kitchen renovation combines an industrial look with a nod to the home's original 1890s aesthetic
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When introducing a 21st-century kitchen as part of a renovation of a classic villa, a single feature can be enough to connect the workspace with the home's rich architectural history.
The owners of this 120-year-old residence asked kitchen designer Natalie Du Bois to create a cooking space with an industrial look as part of a whole-house update.
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"I designed a stainless steel rangehood to establish the look," says Du Bois. "This material is repeated on the benchtops and in a deep band on the front of the island."
Furthering the aesthetic, the backdrop to the kitchen is formed by a wall of concrete-look tilework, which also acts as the backsplash.
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A breakfast bar provided the opportunity to reference the home's origins.
"Original wood floorboards were recycled and reused as the surface of a table that extends off the island and is used as a breakfast bar," says Du Bois. "The curved table legs play up the contrast between the old and the new, while the white surfaces bring a neutral influence."
Credit list
Kitchen manufacturer
Lighting
Cabinetry
Splashback and wall tiles
Taps
Ventilation
Dishwasher
Water dispenser
Wall coverings
Flooring
Benchtops
Kitchen sink
Refrigeration
Waste disposal
Bar stools
Story by: Charles Moxham
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