Article Images / Beneath the surface

The intention was to design a kitchen that did not compete with the sweeping harbour views.

Article Images / Setting the scene

The expansive benchtop is made from reconstituted stone, providing a honed, speckled surface.

Article Images / Vertical niche

A wardrobe with frosted mirror doors provides the backdrop.

Article Images / Flexible fashion

A range of shiny and matt surfaces was chosen to provide textural contrast and variety. Contrast is continued with an is...

Article Images / Touched by nature

What was once a flat roof has been transformed into an entertainment area and garden, doubling the floor space of this a...

Article Images / Class act

The selection and positioning of the appliances, stove, espresso machine and storage are designed to streamline efficien...

Article Images / Interior focus

Interest is created in this living area through creative use of textured fabrics. Image above fireplace by Christian Nic...

Article Images / Guided tour

Kitchens by Design is an ideas team, says Sue Gillbanks. The company provides a complete design, supply and installation...

Article Images / Pushing the envelope

Original fireplaces in the formal dining and living rooms were restored and moved to side walls.

Article Images / Gone fishing

The house is furnished in warm neutral tones, with off-white curtains and blinds that won't look faded over time.

Article Images / Catering for two or 20

The flat-front DishDrawers continue the smooth, flush look of the other appliances. The DishDrawers are designed to oper...

Article Images / Patterns of change

As this kitchen is an integral part of the family's living area, it has been designed to merge seamlessly into the space...

Article Images / Pure geometry

1 entrance, 2 dining room, 3 kitchen and family room, 4 formal living room, 5 master bedroom, 6 master bathroom, 7 exerc...

Article Images / Well-kept secret

A screen made from a large block of onyx separates the front door from the foyer and the rest of the house.

Article Images / Designed for life

Electrolux's latest appliances contribute to the bold, modern tone of this kitchen by designer Victor Molain of Cucine K...