The goal was to bridge the gap between a classic home and a bright, modern garden extension. The client wanted the warmth of a traditional kitchen but the light and flow of an open-plan living space.
You can’t ignore the black Aga. We set it into a dedicated chimney niche to give it presence. It’s a heavy, serious piece of kit that contrasts perfectly with the soft Farrow & Ball Cornforth White cabinetry. We paired it with polished nickel hardware – classic, solid, and timeless.
Storage was non-negotiable. We installed a double pantry that swallows the weekly shop whole. Then there’s the hidden breakfast bar. Behind the doors sits the coffee machine, toaster, and the morning mess. You make your coffee, close the doors, and suddenly your kitchen looks pristine again.
To stop the room from feeling too “cottage”, the client introduced black steel-framed glazed doors. These Crittall-style partitions add a contemporary, industrial texture that talks to the black Aga and the wire-frame bar stools.
By mixing natural wood, soft grey joinery, and industrial steel, we created a space that feels sophisticated but relaxed. It’s a kitchen that works hard but knows how to hide its secrets.
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