Norrvall memory was to design a kitchen that would form the hub of this property at the edge of the light lake. "The tricky thing when working with such a large open space, she said," is to feel comfortable and personal to the family when it's just three of them, but also to create a kitchen that works for large groups when they have visitors and want to entertain. "
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Who lives here a professional couple and their son
Location Near Lechlade, Gloucestershire
Size approx 22 square meters, plus a 7 m² cellar
designer Helen Norrvall Hobsons Choice
Slick and highly functional this is a kitchen designed for passionate cooks. "The couple had lived in Hong Kong, so that their choice of high-spec devices was informed by Asian cuisine," says Norrvall. They wanted a stove that gave them the possibility of using gas burners or teppan-yaki plate. The six burner gas flame ports have two levels and more heat option is ideal for wok cooking, which is essential in Asian cuisine.
Norrvall teamed stove with white Bulthaup b3 laminate cabinets laser edge for a smooth look, and then mixed in subtle industrial touches for added interest.
Giro bar stool LaPalma. TV, Bang & Olufsen. Cabinets, range b3 by Bulthaup . stove, Sub-Zero and Wolf
Who lives here a professional couple and their son
Location Near Lechlade, Gloucestershire
Size approx 22 square meters, plus a 7 m² cellar
designer Helen Norrvall Hobsons Choice
Slick and highly functional this is a kitchen designed for passionate cooks. "The couple had lived in Hong Kong, so that their choice of high-spec devices was informed by Asian cuisine," says Norrvall. They wanted a stove that gave them the possibility of using gas burners or teppan-yaki plate. The six burner gas flame ports have two levels and more heat option is ideal for wok cooking, which is essential in Asian cuisine.
Norrvall teamed stove with white Bulthaup b3 laminate cabinets laser edge for a smooth look, and then mixed in subtle industrial touches for added interest.
Giro bar stool LaPalma. TV, Bang & Olufsen. Cabinets, range b3 by Bulthaup . stove, Sub-Zero and Wolf
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Before designing and installing the kitchen, Norrvall spent a lot of time talking with the owners what they wanted from space. . "The beauty of spending time with them is that I am able to make sure that the kitchen was running," she explains "We knew where everything was - in every closet and drawers. Only decorative elements dedicated would be left on show.
Norrvall chose a Corian worktop for the kitchen island. 'The size of the island meant that it would not be possible to use a natural stone due to the limitations of the size of the slab, she said. 'With Corian, we were able to get a transparent surface.
Sink, Franke. Tap Dornbracht. Worktop Corian. Ceiling pendant, from Hong Kong.
Norrvall chose a Corian worktop for the kitchen island. 'The size of the island meant that it would not be possible to use a natural stone due to the limitations of the size of the slab, she said. 'With Corian, we were able to get a transparent surface.
Sink, Franke. Tap Dornbracht. Worktop Corian. Ceiling pendant, from Hong Kong.
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left of the kitchen is a pantry and preparation clean room, which Norrvall designed in collaboration with the owner. "She was eager to have an area that could be closed from the rest of the space," Norrvall said. "We had a small reflective glass door, so when the light is off inside, you can 't see through it to the office beyond. This is perfect for times when the family is entertaining as all cooking mess can be contained.
Projection clock, Karlsson. oak floor, Floorpol. Pocket Door Pantry, Rimadesio.
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"The owners wanted a professional style stove with a stainless steel finish which would make a statement and suitable to the demands of a busy kitchen, says Norrvall. The spashback glass was made to order and back-painted the same color as the walls.
gas stove and oven, Sub-Zero and Wolf . Wall Aluminium track, Bulthaup. Walls painted in Oxford Stone Farrow & Ball.
gas stove and oven, Sub-Zero and Wolf . Wall Aluminium track, Bulthaup. Walls painted in Oxford Stone Farrow & Ball.
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this seemingly neutral kitchen has a trick up its sleeve - color lighting that can be changed according to your mood. "We equipped the LED lighting on the island and around the tops of cupboards," Norrvall said. "It has many parameters, so that owners can change the mood as they want to create a party atmosphere or define soft lighting for an intimate dinner.
"Flexibility is the key," she adds. "You need task lighting for cooking, but also want to be able to move to the ambient lighting for the evening.
"Flexibility is the key," she adds. "You need task lighting for cooking, but also want to be able to move to the ambient lighting for the evening.
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furniture designer Jonathan field created small oak bar, which connects to the island of Corian kitchen at the top. "He is a genius wood Norrvall said. "The piece of oak is 90mm thick, while the island worktop is only 50mm. Jonathan created this unique finish with a cracking effect and a beautiful rounded edge.
These organic elements offer a pleasant contrast with the clean lines of contemporary cabinetry.
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These organic elements offer a pleasant contrast with the clean lines of contemporary cabinetry.
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Norrvall thought carefully about how to room area. "Large spaces can be more difficult than you might think, she said. "Although you have many options, it is important to create a balance - you need to work with proportions of the rest of the system. This does not include filling every inch of space
She chose long, thin wall cabinets for a polished look -., Plus they allow the washing of colored lighting above. "They help maintain the airy feel, she said. "There is a hidden extractor in the central cabinet because we wanted to keep things streamlined.
The kitchen is suitable for parties, with two wine refrigerators, plus an extra refrigerator in the pantry that has a multipurpose drawer with fresh multi-use settings.
wine refrigerators, Sub-Zero & Wolf.
She chose long, thin wall cabinets for a polished look -., Plus they allow the washing of colored lighting above. "They help maintain the airy feel, she said. "There is a hidden extractor in the central cabinet because we wanted to keep things streamlined.
The kitchen is suitable for parties, with two wine refrigerators, plus an extra refrigerator in the pantry that has a multipurpose drawer with fresh multi-use settings.
wine refrigerators, Sub-Zero & Wolf.
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the oak shelves slotted into the corner of the island were custom made by Jonathan field to match the breakfast bar. They were designed specifically to house large collection of cookbooks owners and keep them handy.
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invited Dinner are a treat, as the glass house offers a spectacular view of the lake.
Jonathan Field made the table for 12, which is ideal for large dinner parties, and he teamed with comfortable leather chairs . "I think the wooden parts and textured soft lighting accessories beautifully operate alongside the sleek, industrial kitchen," says Norrvall .
Cascadence hanging lamps, Ango at Future Lighting. Curtains and blinds, fabric Theia Nobilis. Creation, Simon Birch . Chairs Naturale 0442, Zanotta.
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Jonathan Field made the table for 12, which is ideal for large dinner parties, and he teamed with comfortable leather chairs . "I think the wooden parts and textured soft lighting accessories beautifully operate alongside the sleek, industrial kitchen," says Norrvall .
Cascadence hanging lamps, Ango at Future Lighting. Curtains and blinds, fabric Theia Nobilis. Creation, Simon Birch . Chairs Naturale 0442, Zanotta.
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