Facebook Tweet Help Stories Bathroom Sharp, contemporary kitchen with stainless steel Share Tweet Help Stainless steel bands bind the crisp cabinetry in this new kitchen, bringing a bold, contemporary edge to an older bungalow The scullery in this kitchen provides additional bench space and storage, and a second sink and dishwasher. The kitchen was designed by Melanie Craig Design. A major home renovation can provide plenty of scope for creativity, especially when space is not an issue.For the owners of this older bungalow, which was extended up and out, the remodeling created room for a new kitchen within a spacious family area.Designers Melanie Craig and Stacey Anderson of Melanie Craig Design say the owners love to entertain and wanted something modern and a little different."They wanted a kitchen that spoke design, rather than a standard kitchen in the corner of the room," Craig says. "They were happy to let us explore various options and materials. The extension incorporates exposed structural steel elements, which prompted the decision to go for a slightly industrial look."The starting point for the design was the 2in compressed stainless steel material, which we have used in several projects. Here, we decided to wrap it around the end of the cabinets, rather like a giant elastic band. At one stage we even considered using bands of yellow rubber, but then chose to introduce color through bright lemon accessories that can be changed out if required in the future." The stainless steel wrapping this cabinetry is reminiscent of giant rubber bands. To enhance the crisp look, the cabinetry has mitred corners. The kitchen was designed by Melanie Craig Design. A dark-toned quartz island countertop and concrete flooring reinforce the industrial look, but these elements are offset by light American oak cabinets and smooth white lacquer."The wood warms the space visually," says the designer. "It gives the kitchen personality, and helps to ensure it interacts with the wider living area and is not too hard or clinical."As well as the asymmetry created by the banded ends of the cabinets, there is a change in levels on the rear countertop."Rather than having a tall oven tower like a standing soldier, we prefer to elevate ovens side-by-side at waist height like a traditional tallboy," says Craig. "This makes the ovens much more accessible, and creates a place on top for hot dishes to rest, which keeps the cooking zone free."The designers say the kitchen is divided into a number of zones. Contemporary kitchen with stainless steel "We like to work with a working star rather than the traditional work triangle," says Craig. "There are separate zones for food preparation, cooking, cleaning and storage. Everything is right where it is needed, and drawers are customized for cutlery, utensils, oils and spices."The design team placed the refrigerator near the door in the scullery, where it can be accessed by the family without entering the main kitchen.The scullery itself is large enough to be a separate food prep and cleanup area, making it easy for several people to work. Credit list Kitchen designers Melanie Craig and Stacey Anderson, Melanie Craig Design (Wanaka) Cabinetry Lacquer in Black White; American oak veneer Backsplash Colorbacked glass Lighting Melanie Craig Design Oven, cooktop, refrigerator and dishwasher Paints Resene Kitchen manufacturer Alan Paterson Joinery Countertops Quartz; stainless steel Hardware and storage systems Blum Tandembox Flooring Concrete Ventilation Powerpack Story by: Colleen Hawkes 15 Jan, 2015 Bathroom Blum REVEGO Pocket systems for new space concepts Trendsideas Home kitchen bathroom commercial design Latest Post Relaxed meets rustic by the sea 29 Sep, 2024 Looking through you 29 Sep, 2024 An intuitive journey 29 Sep, 2024 We know the Specialists Related Book More Books > US Kitchen Renovation Trends Vol. 30/11 Kitchen Trends is dedicated to providing inspirational design ideas, products, services, and information for kitchen bra... Read More Similar Stories