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EXPERT TIP

A professional kitchen
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PROJECT

THE ELEMENT OF STYLE

With an evident emphasis on simplicity and function, this design showcases a WE LOVE
distinct style with eye-catching stone countertops, polished concrete flooring
and high-end modern appliances. The outstanding functionality of the
cleverly designed sliding-door pantry
The sliding-door pantry is but one of the heroes in this kitchen and although
space did not allow for a full butler’s pantry, no sacrifice for practicality has FEATURE FOCUS
been made. The sliding-door style is a perfect alternative, providing “a place for
everything and everything it’s place”. It has open shelving to easily reach food Cabinet doors and panels Fenix Nero
items, inner drawers for storage of plates and staple food and plenty of benchtop Ingo Hinges and drawers Blum Handles
space for small appliances. Meanwhile, the sliding doors allow a quick way to hide Elegant Hardware Benchtop Super
clutter and keep the kitchen clean and inviting. White Dolomite and Dekton Domoos
Splashback Super White Dolomite and
The integrated appliances, including a Fisher & Paykel fridge, Siemens Dekton Domoos Kickboards Fenix Nero
dishwasher and Sirius rangehood, are an integral design element keeping the look Ingo Oven Fisher & Paykel Rangehood
seamless and sophisticated. Storage was also vital, so optimising the use of space Sirius Dishwasher Siemens Refrigerator
was key. Pull-out pantries from Kesseböhmer by Häfele provide the ideal solution. Fisher & Paykel Sink Blanco Taps Blanco
The Dispenser 170 to the left of the integrated fridge and the Dispensa 300 to Bins Häfele
the left of the ovens make it simple to grab things quickly and easily. Additional
hardware solutions include a BLUM LEGRABOX drawer system and CLIP top FOR MORE INFO
BLUMOTION soft-close hardware.
ROSEMOUNT KITCHENS
The cabinetry is Fenix, a top-of-the-range, anti-fingerprint product with low- rosemountkitchens.com.au
light reflectivity, soft touch and thermal healing of superficial micro-scratches. A 2 Kingston Town Cl, Oakleigh Vic;
The stunning finish of the cabinets is complemented by the ever-popular Super 358 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading Vic;
White Dolomite natural stone benchtops. Each slab has stunning white and grey 20 Napier St, Essendon Vic
veining and is eye-catching as a benchtop and splashback. The ingenious project P 1300 476 736
solutions masterfully merge kitchen-use zones with cutting-edge hardware
as well as storage to construct a kitchen that is both functional and striking. @Rosemount.Kitchens
Designer Rosemount Kitchens @rosemount_kitchens
Photographer Tim Turner

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Clean lines and sleek
surfaces are ideal for
a distinguished and
organised aesthetic

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THE WE LOVE

STARRYNIGHT The sparkling mosaic tile splashback

The mystery of midnight awaits you in this of the home. This timber is continued in the FEATURE FOCUS
kitchen from ThinkDzine. Here, the dark wood wall lift-up cabinets over the stovetop,
and moody colour palette is reminiscent with LED lighting shining down beneath them Cabinet doors and panels Cesar
of the dramatic night sky, with the and highlighting the sparkling splashback. Maxima 2.2 Melamine Ossido Geisha;
fraction mosaic tiles of the splashback the Cesar Maxima 2.2 Wood Mediterraneo
glittering stars. Durable materials have been used Kickboards Titanium aluminum Hinges
throughout, ensuring this kitchen will and drawers Blum Handles Titanium
The textured dark cabinetry makes a stand the test of time and still be loved in frame grip handle Benchtop CDK Stone
statement as you first walk into the room. years to come. Splashback Earp Bros fraction mosaic tiles
The benchtop is the aptly named Black Oven Neff Cooktop Neff Rangehood
Galaxy, further enhancing the starry theme. One of our favourite features of the Neff (integrated) Dishwasher Neff (fully
Even the sink and tap are beautiful, black room is its clever layout. This space is integrated) Refrigerator Fisher & Paykel
and brilliant. partially obscured from the living area. Lighting Malindi LED Lighting Flooring
When you step inside the kitchen, it truly Brush box timber Paint Dulux
Open wooden shelves add warmth to the makes a glamorous statement. The only
room and allow a space for the owners to thing competing for your attention is the FOR MORE INFO
display personal items that make this area feel striking view of the harbour in the distance.
less like a kitchen and more like an extension Designer ThinkDzine (Dean Welsh) THINKDZINE INTERIORS
thinkdzine.com.au
P 1300 429 724

ThinkDzine
@ThinkDzine

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EXPERT TIP

Consider lift-up
mechanisms on your
overhead cabinetry to

make access easy

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PROJECT

LIMITED SPACE …

ENDLESS DESIGN

Many kitchens are designed with a limited was chosen to connect the modern FEATURE FOCUS
footprint. This space from Sensational kitchen to the history of the old building.
Kitchens maximises the available square Timber accents also pay tribute to the Cabinet doors and panels Shiplapped
metreage by combining clever layout with world around us and add to the room’s shadowline polyurethane Dulux Royal
high-tech cabinetry. overall design style. Battle 30 per cent satin Kickboards
Same as doors Hinges and drawers Blum
The owners of this house wanted to Functionality was key for the new Storage solutions Vauth-Sagel Handles
update their kitchen with a contemporary owners. Maximum use of space was Shadowline Benchtop Blackbutt timber
aesthetic and more room to suit their achieved with a narrow spice cabinet that Splashback White square tiles Oven ILVE
family of four. This was achieved by has an appliance cabinet hidden behind Cooktop ILVE Rangehood ILVE Filter
combining brilliant blue cabinetry with a it. Both sides of the island can be used unit/extractor fan Electrolux Dishwasher
fierce white backdrop and lots of natural for storage, under-bench seating and Electrolux Refrigerator Mitsubishi Sink
light thanks to the floor-to-ceiling display, with a feature area that allows the Franke Bins Vauth-Sagel Lighting By client
window to one side. owners to really add that personal touch.
Designer Daniel Barns (Sensational FOR MORE INFO
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EXPERT TIP

Maximise your space. Can
you hide an appliance
cabinet behind a
shallower storage area?

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PROJECT

A TIMBER

LOVE AFFAIR

There’s something inherently loveable present in the space, largely thanks to WE LOVE
about timber elements in a kitchen. Perhaps the Caesarstone concrete benches
it’s the way they connect us to nature and and the cinder black cabinetry. Shaker- The clever design of the island benches
the world outside. Maybe it’s a throwback style doors are a nod to the home’s that not only allow room for a cooktop
to days gone by, when cooking with wood countryside setting and add a balanced but seating for five, too
was the only way to survive. Whatever the contrast in the space.
reason, Smith & Smith Kitchens has truly FEATURE FOCUS
showcased timber in this gorgeous room Functionality was front of mind for
with impressive results. the Smith & Smith Kitchens team when Cabinet doors and panels Door style
designing this room. Walls were moved, one: Shaker in Dulux Domino; door
Recycled floorboards were used in the creating a new doorway for the walk-in style two: Custom recycled Baltic pine
panelling and hidden doors. A further use pantry area that opens up the kitchen Kickboards To match doors Hinges and
of recycled timber is seen in the open and allows better access to the fridge. drawers Blum with Blum timber cutlery
shelving located on the back wall of the All walk ways were widened to ensure glide Handles Castella Urbane and
kitchen. These wooden elements help the unencumbered mobility throughout, Castella Ledge Benchtop Caesarstone
room feel connected to the rest of the while the ovens were raised into a tower Splashback White pressed-metal-
home, thanks to the sloped timber ceiling for convenient use. effect tiles Oven ILVE Cooktop Franke
that stretches overhead. Designer Lynette Yannakakis (Smith & Rangehood Sirius downdraft
Smith Kitchens) Dishwasher Fisher & Paykel Refrigerator
The recycled style adds warmth Photographer Suzi Appel Mitsubishi Sink IAG Bins Häfele
to the light, industrial design theme Flooring Existing hardwood

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smithandsmith.com.au
A 889 Wellington Rd,
Rowville Vic;
860 Doncaster Rd,
Doncaster Vic
P 03 9755 4888

@SmithandSmithKitchens
@SmithandSmithKitchens

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PROJECT

MID-CENTURY MEETS

MODERN

Expert attention to detail and a focus on premium round battens creates added texture and interest
materials elevate this kitchen to a luxurious space and includes a cleverly concealed push-to-open
that complements this mid-century-style family wine storage rack inside. Additional storage
home. With a brief to open the kitchen area by solutions include BLUMOTION inner drawers in
removing a heavy brick island back wall and a wall the pantry, a VS COR Flex unit in the corner base
between the meals and family room, the formerly cupboard and drawer inserts throughout.
enclosed layout has been transformed into the
ultimate open-plan retreat. Every detail has been executed to perfection,
from the integrated dishwasher that keeps the
Commonly used in mid-century design, base cabinetry uniform with white fronts and
blackwood timber is the standout feature of custom blackwood handles, to the exposed flue
this space, with stunning accents beautifully that has been painted to seamlessly match the
executed throughout. A slatted solid timber wall colour.
screen creates an endpoint for the kitchen
while providing an open barrier that is a nod to The mid-century touches and perfectly
traditional mid-century design. Accentuating proportioned floorplan of this stunning space
the natural timber, LED strip lighting has been create a visual link between the kitchen and
installed to the underside of the overhead living and family rooms, and tie the design to
cabinets and custom blackwood bar light. the backyard beyond.
Designer Nathan Wundersitz (SpaceCraft
The curved island bench with blackwood half- Joinery)

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EXPERT TIP

Concealed storage and
appliances create a

functional space without
drawing the eye from
the design

WE LOVE

The use of blackwood timber to create
an authentic mid-century feel

FEATURE FOCUS

Cabinet doors and panels Two-pack satin finish in Polytec Polar
White Hinges and drawers Blum soft-close hinges and Intivo
BLUMOTION soft-close drawers Handles Solid blackwood
Benchtop 20mm Stone Ambassador in Valour Splashback
Tiled Fibonacci terrazzo in Freckle Oven Bosch Cooktop Bosch
Rangehood Sirius Dishwasher ASKO Refrigerator Fisher & Paykel
Sink Seima Taps Zip 3 Bins Wilson & Bradley

FOR MORE INFO

SPACECRAFT JOINERY
spacecraftjoinery.com.au
A 4 King St, Strathalbyn SA
P 08 8536 4680
E [email protected]

@spacecraftjoinery
@space_craft_joinery

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BLUE BEAUTY WE LOVE

Pull up a stool at the blue-clad island inside this Sydney home and bask in the The 900mm black freestanding oven
beauty of its shiny white benchtops, huge cooker and arched mantle.
FEATURE FOCUS
The previous U-shaped kitchen featured a corner pantry and return island. The
less-than-ideal return had a high bar back enclosing the small space even further. Cabinet doors/panels Satin polyurethane,
The owners knew the space needed overhauling and top of their wish list was the Shaker style Handles Kethy knob and
inclusion of a large freestanding cooker, a curved decorative mantle where they handle in oxidised tin matt Splashback
could display items, a butler’s sink and an island with seating. Premier Kitchens has Subway tiles supplied by client Kickboards
ticked all the boxes with this alluring space. Polyurethane to match cabinetry Hinges &
drawers Blum Legrabox Storage solutions
To open up the room and create the desired kitchen/dining combination, a wall Kickplate drawer to island; wine storage
was removed, allowing for a larger island and creating better access. To save space cabinets to rear of island; inner drawer
and keep the width of the island from overwhelming the kitchen, cabinetry was above bin Pull-out bins Blum waste
placed on both sides of the island and under the seating to create wine storage. The management double pull-out bin with inner
pantry was placed as a benchtop cabinet set back on the bench with pantry drawers drawer Mouldings Federation capping;
underneath. This placement ensured natural light could still enter the kitchen. custom poly mantle; Marina Isles corbels
Benchtop Caesarstone Nougat 40mm
Originally hoping to cook on a 1200mm-wide freestanding oven, the clients
decided to reduce this size to 900mm, another way this relatively small kitchen FOR MORE INFO
enjoys such big personality.
Designer Natalie Bristow (Premier Kitchens) PREMIER KITCHENS
premierkitchens.net.au
A 63 Penshurst St, Willoughby NSW
P 02 9958 4000
E [email protected]

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EXPERT TIP

Bring a neutral colour
palette to life with a solid

feature colour, as seen
here with the blue island

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PROJECT

GOING GREEN WE LOVE

If kitchens sell houses, then the owners of this home are sitting pretty. The terrazzo benchtop and feature tiles
Teeming with terrazzo, it’s the type of kitchen that would make neighbours that make the kitchen pop
green with envy and friends eager for an invite to your next dinner party.
The tiled island bar with a powder-coated steel frame acts as the perfect FEATURE FOCUS
centrepiece to this green-accented kitchen. The island is topped with
curved terrazzo, tying in with the benchtop and wall tiles that sit behind Cabinet doors Two-pack joinery doors and
it and service the cooking zone. panels in Briar; George Fethers Cellupal
joinery veneer in Berg Hinges & drawers
The green setting is relieved by a strip of white down the middle, courtesy Blum soft-close inserts; Blum Legrabox
of White Shino Stax mosaic tiles featured on the rangehood. Different yet drawers Pull-out bins Vauth Sagel double
complementary, a pair of modern pendants dangle from the ceiling and pull-out soft-close bin Mouldings Steel
highlight the island bar, which features retractable doors and enough room frame for kitchen island bar custom made
to seat the whole family. by Trent Egan from Signature Stainless
Geelong, powder-coated in Deep
High-end appliances are unobtrusive yet highly functional, never Brunswick Green Splashback & Benchtop
detracting from the unique design. Equally unobtrusive but undeniably Stone by Geelong Marble House Handles
beautiful, the kitchen boasts integrated pantry and laundry doors from Hentley handles from Lo&Co Interiors
Scott’s Country Look Kitchens. Kickboards Joinery doors and panels
two-pack finish in Briar Rangehood feature
Quality workmanship and considered planning ensure this kitchen tiles White Shino Stax from Geelong Tiles
will look and perform as well in a decade as it does today. & Bathware Island bench feature tiles
Designer Doherty Design Studio Green finger mosaics Flooring Everwood
Joiner Scott’s Country Look Kitchens European Oak in Royal Oak from Geelong
Photographer Pam Hutchinson Tiles & Bathware Oven Miele oven; Miele
steam oven Cooktop Miele induction
cooktop Rangehood Miele rangehood,
undermount Dishwasher Miele tall
dishwasher Refrigerator Vintec bar fridge
Sink Magma Schock sink with drainer
from Geelong Tiles & Bathware Tapware
Pegasi M sink mixer from Geelong Tiles
& Bathware Accessories Blum ORGA-LINE
cutlery inserts

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GEELONG TILES & BATHWARE
geelongtilesandbathware.com
A 17 W Fyans St, Newtown Vic
P 03 5229 9111
E [email protected]

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EXPERT TIP

Enhance cohesion and
visual flow by integrating

cabinetry colours into
the island bench, as
seen here with the green
powder-coated steel
frame that snakes

around the island

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PROJECT

BACK TO BLACK

This is a striking kitchen with dark features this second entrance initially posed
and plenty of personality. Grab a plate and problems as it made the fridge appear as
take a seat at the custom-made island if it was floating in no-man’s land, adrift
servery inside this showstopping space on its own. “Having spare tiles and the
from Smart Joinery. owner being a tiler himself allowed us to
change this footprint to however we saw
Unlike its current incarnation, the fit,” a representative from Smart Joinery
original kitchen was less than ideal, with explains. “The owner had the house built
a U-shaped bench jutting out from the originally, so he was aware of certain void
sink and a fridge that was inset into the spaces hidden around the fridge wall,
plasterboard wall counting as just two which was a bonus.” Within these voids
of its many infringements. Overall, it was were structural posts and walls supporting
disconnected and begging for a makeover. the upper levels. The design team cleverly
An island bench was high on the owners’ clad these structural elements in the same
wish list. They envisioned themselves material as the rest of the joinery, creating
sitting at the bench, looking out to views extra storage either side of the fridge and
of the Gold Coast hinterland. Preferring facilitating a cohesive kitchen set-up.
the use of dining chairs over bar stools,
a drop-down timber feature servery was After learning the client never closed
created to bring the natural elements of their pantry door, designer Graham Wilson
the hinterland into the space. decided to open it up and run the kitchen
into the pantry space, effectively utilising
Natural travertine tiles make way for this area as more of a butler’s pantry.
dark tapware and cabinetry. This contrast
creates an open atmosphere that is Easy on the eye and tailored specifically
layered and moody. A second entrance to meet its users’ needs, this Smart Joinery
boosts indoor/outdoor flow as it allows for kitchen scores an A+ from us!
easy access to the sliding door connecting Designer Graham Wilson (Smart
the kitchen to the patio. While useful, Joinery)

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EXPERT TIP

Clad structural posts or
walls in the same material
as the rest of the joinery

for a refined result

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PROJECT

WE LOVE

The drop-down timber feature servery
that wraps around the island

FEATURE FOCUS

Cabinet doors/panels/kickboards
Polytec Empire Oak Woodmatt Hinges
& drawers Blum Orion Grey Legrabox
drawers & Blum Black Onyx soft-close
hinges Storage solutions Blum AMBIA-
LINE cutlery and divider inserts Pull-out
bins Wesco Pull Boy Benchtop 12mm
Neolith Nero porcelain Handles Finger-
pull/push to open Splashback Tile
Oven/cooktop Electrolux Flooring
Natural travertine tile Lighting Strip
lighting under all overhead cabinets
Rangehood Electrolux undermount
Dishwasher Westinghouse freestanding
Refrigerator Westinghouse French-door
Sink Black stainless steel Tapware
Black to match sink

FOR MORE INFO

SMART JOINERY
smartjoinery.com.au
A 20 Energy Cres, Molendinar Qld
P 07 5594 9860
E [email protected]

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PROJECT

LINEAR LOGIC

A linear masterpiece that cantilevers over challenging terrain, In keeping with the long, straight forms of the kitchen, a
this very attractive home of clean lines and wide open layout is an narrow LED light fixture in a simple black line hovers over much
architectural feature of modern proportions. of the island, generating plenty of task lighting when the sun
goes down. Enhancing the monochromatic colour palette,
Perched on the hillside in the city of Portsea, this home defies greyed timber flooring helps the kitchen to ‘float’ in the space
gravity and commands attention. Wanting to take advantage of the and adds a lightness in tone that extends to the adjoining deck,
landscape from every angle, the owners built a rectilinear module further enhancing the seamless indoor/outdoor feel.
house that seems to teeter on its grassy peak, defying gravity.
While deceptively simple in appearance, the quality materials
At the centre of the home’s design sits the living spaces. A long, and superior craftsmanship of this airy, modern kitchen give it a
linear kitchen is framed by a 22.5m clear-glass wall that presents luxe feel that is a pleasure to look at and a dream to cook in.
a restful view out to the pool and extends into the lounge area. A Designer FGR Architects (fgrarchitects.com.au)
clever design trick to create transparency, the clear wall provides Builder Simonds Home (simonds.com.au)
plenty of light and ventilation to the monochromatic kitchen. Photographer Peter Bennetts

Sleek, flat-panel black cabinetry in a matt finish graces one wall WE LOVE
of the kitchen, generating plenty of floor-to-ceiling storage and
containing a seamless cooktop and double oven. But the true The majestic proportions and
hero of the space is the oversized kitchen island. Constructed of mesmerising pattern of the 5m-long
textured limestone, the 5m-long island provides plenty of textured limestone kitchen island
seating and houses an under-mount sink topped by modern
matt-black tapware.

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As if by magic, the Sirius fully integrated downdraft lighting strip and fixed electronic controls in the bench. A
rangehood can be installed seamlessly into your benchtop, remote also allows control from a distance. Made in Italy
disappearing completely when not in use. This is why and designed specifically for the Australian market, a safety
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Never underestimate the power of good Styling Justine Murphy
tapware. The owners of Melbourne’s Bayview Architect Bellemo & Cat
House by BuildHer Collective clearly Photographer Dylan James
adopted this mantra when fitting out their
newly renovated home because it’s filled WE LOVE
with tapware that’s made in Australia and
built to last. Case in point: the Pegasi M sink The way the sink mixer changes colour
mixer Curve 220 in Gunmetal finish. A swivel depending on the time of day and the
spout reach of 220mm and a two-stage flow- amount of light infiltrating the kitchen
step valve make this a high-performing and
extremely versatile kitchen assistant. FEATURE FOCUS

The medium-grey Gunmetal (-88) Lighting Kobe track and head lights; Switch
coating exudes a satin velvet look and downlights; LED strip lighting under upper
strong lustre. Like a chameleon, the cabinets and around island recesses; LED
appearance changes from bright grey strip lighting in butler’s pantry Paint (walls
to dark grey depending on the time of and ceiling) Haymes Pale Mushroom 1
day and how the light falls on the faucet. Joinery (front) Two-pack polyurethane
The electroplated finish is completed by in Haymes Pale Mushroom 2 by Project
specialists in Melbourne, who guarantee Cabinets Joinery (tall) By Project Cabinets
the durable finish will not change tone — two-pack polyurethane in Haymes Inner
over time. If the Pegasi M sink mixer Depth Joinery (glass butler’s pantry)
Curve doesn’t tickle your fancy, Faucet Custom strapping detail and fluted glass
Strommen offers Gunmetal on most of its inserts Benchtop and splashback (front
products, making it a practical option for a kitchen and island) Fior Di Bosco by
coordinated home design. Signorino Tiles (above splashback ledge)
Inax 2x1-inch by Artedomus Benchtop
Taking a step back from the taps for & splashback (butler’s pantry & bar)
just a second, Bayview Home’s kitchen Silestone Iconic White with suede finish
is functional and fetching. Boasting a by Cosentino Splashback (behind bar)
statement island and decorated with Custom grey-smoked mirror Oven,
handmade ceramics, the kitchen is a rangehood and induction cooktop Smeg
thriving hub of activity. Fior Di Bosco stone Tapware Pegasi M sink mixer Curve 220
from Signorino adorns the benchtops and with Gunmetal finish by Faucet Strommen
splashback, creating a streamlined and Sink Franke in Polar White Floor tiles
stylish aesthetic. Garonne limestone tile from Eco Outdoor

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Iconic White benchtops and splashback, FAUCET STROMMEN
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cook’s dream. A 31 Tate Dr, Kerang Vic
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BEAUTIFUL,

HEALTHY SURFACES

The benchtop is not only the most used Staron® is renewable, which means every Supreme collection that adopts the look
surface in the kitchen, it also acts as a focal wipe to the surface will rejuvenate it. of stone while having the performance
point in any design. This means, when benefits of a solid surface.
selecting a product, it is essential to opt Staron® also offers a range of solid-
for both durability and aesthetics. surface sinks and basins that provide Austaron was established in 2003
versatility in design, with the exceptional with the aim of providing quality surfaces
Staron® Solid Surfaces are made of ability to be moulded into shapes, cut, and finishes to the Australian market.
safe natural minerals and blended with inlaid and routed. They extend to limitless- With expert representatives in each
pure acrylic to create a quality seamless edge profiles and drop-down edges. The state, Austaron is able to seamlessly
surface solution that is suitable for endless surfaces can continue into the kitchen sink work together with designers, architects,
applications around the home, including or bathroom vanity with no dirt-trapping retailers, builders and homeowners to
the kitchen and even in wet areas such as crevices or grouting, making them easy to help with the specification needs of their
the bathroom. Staron® Solid Surfaces are clean, and are even the perfect solution projects, from the design stage through
Eco-Specifier certified, Greenguard and for shower walls and floors. The joining to delivery of the product.
Greenguard Gold certified, and are free properties of a solid surface mean there
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NEXT LEVEL

STORAGE SOLUTIONS

Fully utilising cupboard space is a innovative solutions. Specifically designed With a light touch of the front, the pull-out
challenging but essential step in to be integrated into the kickboards of the glides open and then closes silently and
ensuring a functional design. Without cabinet, the SPACE STEP glides smoothly effortlessly with soft-close BLUMOTION.
appropriate planning and quality product open with a simple touch to the front SPACE STEP can also be paired with
solutions, tall and inconvenient overhead so that it can be used as a step. When Blum’s LEGRABOX, TANDEMBOX and
cabinets often remain bare or forgotten. subjected to a minimum load of 8kg, the MOVENTO box systems.
Accessibility is key when it comes to step locks securely in place, preventing
successfully executing well-rounded slipping and increasing safety. This is the As a trusted brand well known in the
storage and layout. ideal alternative to wobbly chairs and design and architecture industry, Blum
stools, and provides the ability to access products are backed by the company’s
Blum’s cutting-edge technology those higher, out-of-reach cabinets. The thorough research and testing, ensuring
creates the ability to achieve more in top of the step can simply be pushed homeowners have peace of mind when
kitchen and cupboard design with quality back into the cabinet to reveal a pull-out using them.
hardware that gives homeowners the underneath, adding extra storage.
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with Blum’s motion technologies such BLUM AUSTRALIA
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CABINET Joseph Giles Irvine T-bar in Image credit: Studio Martin
HARDWARE: Mid Antique Brass Waxed finish
Image credit: Emily
THE JEWELLERY Perrin & Rowe Concave cabinet Armstrong Architects
OF YOUR HOME knob in Polished Brass finish

A guide to selecting the perfect partner to “test drive” the handles, too. perfect alignment — again, make sure
cabinet hardware for your home Also pay attention to the edges — are your installer uses them.
they sharp or uncomfortable in any way?
When renovating, there are many At the end of the day, opt for ease and Benefits of pull handles | Pull handles
decisions to make and the importance comfort, especially in high-use areas such are a deluxe look, offering the opportunity
of selecting suitable cabinetry hardware as the kitchen, and remember to always for statement hardware that is still easy
is frequently underestimated. The fact think about function over form. If it’s to use. From a practical standpoint, pull
is cabinet handles, knobs and pulls are joinery you will infrequently use but often handles are often necessary for integrated
the touchpoints to your joinery and can look at, you can go a bit more “offbeat”. fridges, so it may seem logical to tie in this
easily make or break the finished look handle choice with the rest of your joinery.
and experience of your new house. What type of handles?
With a multitude of hardware options Benefits of edge pulls | Edge pulls are
on the market, The English Tapware The question will often arise as to what a contemporary look, with your hardware
Company has compiled this guide to type of hardware to choose and this rebated into the joinery along the top
selecting the best hardware for your decision can impact greatly on the edge of your drawer or top of the door.
home. Your cabinet hardware is going to functionality of your space. There is When installing onto a door, they can be
be a workhorse, absorbing the daily grind no right or wrong answer. run on the horizontal or vertical edge.
of your household. It is imperative it is Test out edge pulls — the company’s
comfortable to use and durable. Benefits of cabinet knobs | Cabinet premium Joseph Giles edge pulls have
knobs are a simple solution and curved, square, round or moon profiles
Fundamentally, you get straightforward to install. Single fixing underneath the grip and each will feel
what you pay for points allow knobs to be more easily different in your hand.
replaced and can be swapped out if your
Invest in good-quality, well-designed and personal taste or style changes over FOR MORE INFO
ergonomic hardware. Nothing is more time. For square knobs, the company’s
frustrating than impractical hardware, premium brands offer a locating pin to THE ENGLISH TAPWARE COMPANY
no matter how good it may look. The stop them rotating — make sure your englishtapware.com.au
function of hardware is to open and close installer uses it! P 1300 016 181
joinery with your hand. Any hardware IN RESIDENCE (NZ)
you select will need to be easily gripped. Benefits of T-bars | A modern version inres.co.nz
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around or into the handles you choose. If use. They look great installed in a vertical
specifying from a showroom, bring your or horizontal orientation. High-quality @TheEnglishTapwareCompany
T-bars from Joseph Giles have locating @theenglishtapwarecompany
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Joseph Giles Large Moon Edge pull
handle in Dark Bronze Waxed Finish

Image credit: Bureaux
Image credit: Studio Martin

Image credit: Kate Challis

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INTRODUCING BELLING'S

COLOUR
BOUTIQUE

For a pop of colour to highlight the hero technology (select models only). These more consciously, the result is more
of the kitchen, you are spoiled for choice British-made range cookers, enable energy-efficient cooking that will also
with Belling’s Colour Boutique range. multi-cavity cooking with up to four save time as you won’t have to preheat
Inspired by the latest home-design independent ovens and and now come the entire oven.
trends, Belling recently introduced with a five-year warranty for ultimate
seven stunning brand-new colours to peace of mind. Cooking enthusiasts, Whether you are an accomplished chef
its collection. From Kingfisher Teal and big families and busy people will all or a hobby cook, these cookers allow you
Porcini Mushroom to a striking Mojito appreciate the ability to cook multiple to create the dishes of your dreams, and
Mint, there’s a colour for every kitchen. dishes at once, allowing for greater to do so in style with a colour choice to
efficiency in the kitchen. It also makes suit your home.
These modern colour choices are hosting a dinner party a breeze as you
now available across Belling’s Richmond can prepare the main entrée and preheat FOR MORE INFO
Deluxe range cooker series. Richmond plates all at the same time.
Deluxe boasts market-leading features BELLING
including Quad Technology, a gas- You can also cook smarter! Are you belling.com.au
through-glass cooktop with up to 5kW making a small dish? Then only use the A 1/239 Ferntree Gully Rd, Mt Waverley Vic
PowerWok Plus™ burners and twin-fan small oven. With the ability to cook P 1800 444 357

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Tandem pantry

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Dispensa Jnr III iMove

AT HOME WITH LeMans II

HÄFELE Dispensa pantry Dispensa pantry

Making life easy in the kitchen is simple with Häfele,
thanks to its range of easy-to-use, high-quality
hardware and fitting systems. “Häfele continues to
astound me with the ingenuity of its products and how
efficient they make my kitchens,” says interior designer
and TV presenter Darren Palmer. “The Clever Storage
range solves the age-old designer’s issue of wasted
space, dead corners and hard-to-access contents.
Häfele’s fittings seamlessly organise your contents on
beautiful shelves and bring them out of your cabinets
and straight to you with such ease.”

Häfele’s range of Clever Storage units makes
every space function perfectly. The Tandem pantry
maximises your pantry storage space and allows you to
view all your products at the same time. The LeMans
II corner unit makes access to those hard-to-reach
spaces easy, with all stored contents swinging out in
front of the unit in one silky smooth action.

When designing your kitchen, many storage problems
can arise — but Häfele always has a solution for you.

FOR MORE INFO

HÄFELE HOME
hafelehome.com.au
P 1300 659 728

@HafeleHome
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PROFILE

DESIGNER PROFILE:
MILAD SALAMEH

Milad Salameh, director and lead designer/creative vision
of Kitchen Art Sydney, is creative, innovative and, above
all, passionate about his work. We sat down with him to
chat about all things kitchens, design and inspiration.

Kitchen Yearbook: Tell us about the path that led you to the KY: What are the joys and difficulties that come with being
worldof design. a designer?
Milad Salameh: My entry into the design phase of my career began MS: As a designer, I feel the most joy when the client sees the
when I was younger, when I spent time fabricating kitchens for completed project for the first time. Most people are very visual and
other designers. I saw there were many opportunities being missed need to have the complete package before them, which makes the
regarding design and I became passionate about joinery solutions designing phase a challenge. As a business owner, I love having a
and creating not only beautiful spaces, but highly functional and great week with my team and kicking some goals, having productive
clever ones, too. site visits and completing the installs. I think all business owners will
agree that the biggest challenge is taking a day off.
KY: Give us some insight into your family history and how
it influenced your career. KY: Describe yourself in three words.
MS: My family has always had construction, fabrication and MS: Passionate, energetic, driven.
design in their blood. I worked alongside family members in their
many different roles over the years before deciding my passion KY: How would you describe your style? How varied are
lay in design. Kitchen Art had operated successfully for years, your designs?
purely from word of mouth and recommendations, before I felt MS: I think I am quite a chameleon; I am happy designing anything
the time was right to create a showroom and bring clients to from French provincial to New York industrial. My designs are as
meet with our team to see examples of our work. We have had varied as my clients allow them to be. I believe that as kitchen styles
our Castle Hill showroom for six years now. are trending, there is an increased demand for the same look over

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and over. I love to be challenged by a client who is willing to think KY: What is your philosophy on design and life?
outside the box. MS: I believe that although there are always problems to be
solved, there are always answers to be found.
KY: From where do you draw your inspiration?
MS: My inspiration comes from many avenues. I really enjoy design KY: Tell us a bit about some of your designs and what you love
trends from overseas and the way they use certain materials. It about them. What’s your favourite and why?
would be remiss of me to say that I’m not across what is happening MS: The most popular design at the moment is sleek, dark
on Instagram and other online media as far as design goes. cabinetry with wood touches and elements of concrete. I would
say it’s more like a sleek industrial style. I am loving the clients who
KY: What does Australian design look like to you? are taking risks with curved surfaces and cladding entire islands
MS: I think we are a little behind the rest of the world regarding with marble — it’s a real showstopper.
hardware. Our clients often turn to resources like Pinterest for
inspiration, which is great; however, some of the designs used KY: What are your design dreams?
in Europe and America take advantage of a lot more advanced MS: My design dream is to keep meeting clients who are willing
hardware components and systems. This affects being able to to experiment with different finishes and textures in their space.
come up with a creative yet functional and cost-effective solution. So far, so good!
We’re getting there, but there is still some ground to be broken. W kitchenart.sydney

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GOOD HEALTH
BEGINS WITH

GROHE

Pure water is critical for good health. It makes sense, then, to
choose a tapware brand that’s as passionate about providing clean
water as you are about drinking it. Thankfully, GROHE attaches top
priority to drinking-water hygiene, allowing you to enjoy the very
best water in your own home.

Faucets equipped with GROHE Zero® technology prevent the
faucet body from releasing lead into the drinking water. The internal
water conduit is made from a high-quality synthetic material to
ensure your water reaches a superior safety standard and contains
no traces of lead or nickel.

This intelligent tapware technology is available in GROHE’s
Essence Professional, Eurosmart and SWIFT Kitchen Tapware
ranges, so regardless of your design style and specifications, there’s
a health-conscious tap to meet your needs.

Moving your tap is simple with GROHE. Silkmove Technology
allows you to transition your tap on and off with ease, and with the
signature GROHE 15-year warranty, you can rest easy knowing that
your tap will perform today as well as it does in years to come.

Of course it makes sense that GROHE is brought to you by the
world-renowned LIXIL group, a company dedicated to making
better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere.

FOR MORE INFO

GROHE
grohe.com.au

@GROHE Australia
LIXIL
lixil.com

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OUTDOOR

SOPHISTICATION

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The Vivid Slimline SS collection is an evolution of EXPERT TIP
Phoenix’s popular and timeless Vivid Slimline range and
presents an array of products including mixers, basins, When located in areas
shower arms and outlets. Offering a durable and robust where weather is a factor
composition, this new range is suited for use in outdoor for your fittings, consider
kitchens, laundries and coastal residential areas.
your material pallette
The 316 marine-grade stainless steel provides carefully to ensure
superior corrosion resistance, making it perfect for
tough Australian conditions. The application of quality longevity for your spaces
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extended pin lever, delivering stunning architectural
design. “Vivid Slimline SS is a celebration of the raw
material and is designed to echo the craftsmanship
and textures of 316 stainless steel,” says Phoenix
senior designer Ban Liu.

Taking no shortcuts, the international award-
winning research and design team at Phoenix
Tapware spent a year developing this spectacular
new range that has undergone a rigorous testing
and manufacturing process. It comes with a 15-year
warranty period on the cartridges, seven years on
product and parts, one year on labour and a lifetime
warranty on the finish.

Known for precision and superior design, Phoenix
Tapware has established itself as a leader in the
Australian plumbing industry and boasts multiple
awards, including a Best of the Best Red Dot to prove
it. Throughout its 30-year history, Phoenix has nurtured
and grown Australian talent and is a strong advocate
of creating distinctively designed taps, mixers, showers
and accessories.

FOR MORE INFO

PHOENIX TAPWARE
phoenixtapware.com.au
A 926 Mountain Hwy, Bayswater Vic
P 03 9780 4200
E [email protected]

@phoenixtapware
@phoenixtapware

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HANDLE WITH

CARE

What do the Barrington Eclipse, Sola and Brave handles from Momo have
in common? Two things. First, all three are curved and contemporary.
Second, the trio of stylish handles are available as part of the Momo
Handles collection exclusively distributed by Furnware Group. Very much
on-trend, the curvy aesthetic shows no sign of waning and these Momo
fittings are a great way to introduce curves into your home without having
to make a big investment or buy expensive pieces of furniture that could
be deemed “daggy” if and when trends change.

The rounded silhouette of the handles makes them ideal for
modern interior settings. A range of sizes and finishes is available,
allowing them to appear as bold or as streamlined as you wish.

Barrington Eclipse is a simple but stunning half-moon-shaped
handle. When positioned as a pair, they form full circles and
immediate impact. Sola is the new kid on the Momo block. Available
in four sizes and four finishes, the half-moon lip-pull design would
look stunning affixed to contemporary cabinetry. Finally, Brave is a
simple and stylish handle with a subtle curve that provides elegant
drama to any setting. Featuring the most up-to-date designs in the
cabinet handle realm, Momo handles go the distance. The Brave
model comes in lengths up to 1150mm long, while Sola is available
in sizes up to an impressive 240mm wide.

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