Contemporary Kitchen with Slate Floors Design Ideas

Foto: Michael Voit, Nußdorf

Coogee House designed by The Designory

For Project and Tailor made furniture go on: http://www.mobilificiomarchese.com/gb/content/13-design-tailor-made Photos by Gianmarco Vetrano

I love this Ariastone worktop and splashback. In the natural finish it is so realistic. The colours work very well with the pale blue and the walnut.

James Balston

LEICHT Küchen: http://www.leicht.de/en/references/abroad/project-hassel-luxembourg/ Creacubo Home Concepts: http://www.creacubo.lu/

Progetto cuicna in resina, rovere nodato e hpl lavagna. Illuminazione su piano snack Macrolux.

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Kitchen Island with solid oak worktop. Hand painted in Farrow and Ball Railings. Wine storage and bookshelves on one side and double door cabinet on other. Deep overhang on three sides to allow seating.

Striking and unexpected, this chessboard-inspired kitchen island brings timeless design into a bold and modern form. With its alternating black and white marble squares, it demands attention, creating a perfect balance between elegance and playfulness. The glossy black countertop and oversized chess piece stools complete the look, making it both a sculptural centrepiece and a practical feature. At AICI, we specialize in designing pieces that blend creativity, practicality, and artistry- and this chessboard-inspired kitchen island is no exception. It’s a playful, yet sophisticated centrepiece that brings bold design into the heart of your home. Why this island stands out: Creative Design: Inspired by timeless chessboard patterns, this piece is a bold and unique addition to any space. Premium Materials: Luxurious black and white marble combined with polished finishes for a sleek, high-end look. Practical and Fun: Balances artistic flair with everyday functionality, making it ideal for cooking, hosting, or simply enjoying the space. Versatility: Perfect for homes that love to embrace playful, creative designs while keeping things modern and elegant. At AICI, we work with clients to design and create custom kitchen islands and interior pieces like this chessboard-inspired island. Whether you’re looking for a bold centrepiece or a unique concept tailored to your space, we’re here to bring your vision to life. You can hire us for bespoke projects where luxury, artistry, and practicality come together seamlessly. Contact us at info@aici.co.uk or visit our website, https://aici.co.uk/, to see how we redefine functional art for modern living.

Nestled in a picturesque Welsh valley next to the river Edw is this charming cottage and barn outbuilding, which is thought to have begun its life as a smugglers hideout. The brief was to demolish deteriorating later additions to the cottage and fully refurbish the original structure, introducing new extensions to create a welcoming weekend getaway for our Client. The previously painted original stone construction was exposed and re-pointed with a lime-based mortar, with a newly introduced stripped-down pallet of materials to suit; with new oak timber windows, stonework, slate tiles and exposed oak frame, the only exception being the larger expanses of aluminium framed glazed units, all selected to keep ongoing maintenance to a minimum. Environmental and ecology considerations played a part, with bat boxes being distributed around the location during construction, and a portion of the barn outbuilding adapted for continued use as a bat roost room. With the cottage located on a floodplain, the edge of the site was enhanced with gabion walls introduced along the weakest location of the river edge to mitigate future flooding and bank deterioration.

David Straßburger www.davidstrassburger.de

A Striking hand painted blue kitchen, designed for a busy Surrey family. The stark contrast of industrial stainless steel and wooden surfaces against the deep blue units create a statement kitchen. All brought together with matching stainless steel appliances.

Beautiful marble benchtop and glass bricks and floor-to-ceiling windows to let in the natural light. A kitchen you want to be in!