Facebook Tweet Help Stories Kitchen Traditional charm Share Tweet Help A kitchen in keeping with the style of the residence has given this home a new lease of life Details such as the round sink and traditionally styled tapware lend authenticity to this renovated kitchen, says designer Toni Roberts A modern look isn't always fitting when it comes to interior design especially in a period home. The owners of the featured property were looking to update their kitchen but wanted to bring back some of the character inherent in their villa.Kitchen designer Toni Roberts BArch CKDNZ, devised a design that blended the architectural era of the house with the necessities of a contemporary kitchen."Replacing the cumbersome breakfast bar with an island layout has opened up the space for a more welcoming feel." Details such as the round sink and traditionally styled tapware lend authenticity to this renovated kitchen, says designer Toni Roberts Sympathetic detailing in the form of tongue-and-groove panelling on the island and the hand-finished cabinetry complement the overall scheme."What really enhances the timeless aspect is the Star Galaxy granite from PSP Stonecraft. The warm copper accents within the stone work beautifully with the timber floors," says Roberts."We have access to some of the best quarries in the world from which we source our granites and marbles," says Dave Morgan of PSP Stonecraft. Details such as the round sink and traditionally styled tapware lend authenticity to this renovated kitchen, says designer Toni Roberts To contact PSP Stonecraft, 28 Poland Rd, Glenfield, Auckland 0627, phone (09) 442 5922. Website: www.psp.co.nz.To contact Toni Roberts Design, phone 0274 876 383, or visit the website: www.kitchenarchitect.co.nz. Story by: Trendsideas 02 Feb, 2010 Kitchen Trendsideas Home kitchen bathroom commercial design Latest Post Rounded perspective 15 Dec, 2024 Everyday opulence 15 Dec, 2024 'Something different' 15 Dec, 2024 We know the Specialists Related Book More Books > Home Trends Vol. 26/2 NZ2602 Read More Similar Stories