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Room of the Week: A Refined yet Rustic Tasmanian Kitchen
Timber and white combine in a relaxed kitchen that showcases the best of a refined, rustic style
In a Q&A format, we talk to the designers – and examine the creative thinking – behind some of Houzz’s most loveable rooms.
Brief
We wanted to achieve a kitchen that was functional and added plenty of texture to this compact space. The kitchen renovation also modernises a home that was previously dated and tired. We love the different textures created by the cabinetry profile, the timber finishes and the splashback tiles.
We wanted to achieve a kitchen that was functional and added plenty of texture to this compact space. The kitchen renovation also modernises a home that was previously dated and tired. We love the different textures created by the cabinetry profile, the timber finishes and the splashback tiles.
Starting point
The colour scheme for the space was to be neutral white and grey tones, with the addition of timber to add warmth to the space. It also ties all the timbers together with the original timber flooring, the ceiling beam, floating shelves and the rustic butcher’s block island. This was to be the centrepiece and part of the inspiration for the space.
The bar area is positioned to view the rocky landscaped in the backyard and take in the morning sun while having a cuppa.
Pendant light: Elm by Picture This; barstools: Adairs
The colour scheme for the space was to be neutral white and grey tones, with the addition of timber to add warmth to the space. It also ties all the timbers together with the original timber flooring, the ceiling beam, floating shelves and the rustic butcher’s block island. This was to be the centrepiece and part of the inspiration for the space.
The bar area is positioned to view the rocky landscaped in the backyard and take in the morning sun while having a cuppa.
Pendant light: Elm by Picture This; barstools: Adairs
Key design aspects
Colour palette: Timber and soft textures with white and grey tones.
Colour palette: Timber and soft textures with white and grey tones.
Tell us about the swing in the kitchen
The macramé rope swing was purchased by the client to suit her style and adds a nice touch to the eclectic aesthetic that’s in this home.
Swing: Inspirations & Destinations
The macramé rope swing was purchased by the client to suit her style and adds a nice touch to the eclectic aesthetic that’s in this home.
Swing: Inspirations & Destinations
What challenges did you work around?
Working in a compact space can be challenging. However, we found a simple design that worked for our customers where we could open up the space and still provide plenty of bench space for food preparation, a small bar area for sitting and lots of colour and textures to enhance the room.
Working in a compact space can be challenging. However, we found a simple design that worked for our customers where we could open up the space and still provide plenty of bench space for food preparation, a small bar area for sitting and lots of colour and textures to enhance the room.
Tell us about the split-level ceiling
The split ceiling level was due to the old kitchen and original laundry in the back porch area being combined, creating the raked ceiling at the end.
The painted timber ceiling was in keeping with the original design, and turns it into a lovely feature to replicate the VJ-panel style on the kitchen cabinetry doors.
The split ceiling level was due to the old kitchen and original laundry in the back porch area being combined, creating the raked ceiling at the end.
The painted timber ceiling was in keeping with the original design, and turns it into a lovely feature to replicate the VJ-panel style on the kitchen cabinetry doors.
Why do you think this room works?
Because the simple design has a great balance of contemporary charm in a compact space, it captures plenty of modern elements and adds colour and texture to the space.
Your turn
What do you love about this kitchen? Tell us in the Comments below. And don’t forget to save your favourite images, like this story and join the conversation.
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Because the simple design has a great balance of contemporary charm in a compact space, it captures plenty of modern elements and adds colour and texture to the space.
Your turn
What do you love about this kitchen? Tell us in the Comments below. And don’t forget to save your favourite images, like this story and join the conversation.
More
Craving more great interiors? Take a look at this Room of the Week: A Bathroom That’s a Work of Art
Answers by kitchen designer Alecia Bowman, project manager at Kitchen Centre
Who lives here: A couple
Location: South Launceston, Tasmania
Budget: Approximately $10,000 to $20,000 for the kitchen and laundry
Room purpose: A kitchen and laundry
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