Brian Vanden Brink

The clients insisted upon bright purple kitchen cupboards. The concrete benchtops contrast with the bright colours.

David Parmiter

Two islands work well in this rustic kitchen designed with knotty alder cabinets by Studio 76 Home. This kitchen functions well with stained hardwood flooring and granite surfaces; and the slate backsplash adds texture to the space. A Subzero refrigerator and Wolf double ovens and 48-inch rangetop are the workhorses of this kitchen. Photo by Carolyn McGinty

The elevated central working space features a stunning island which allows for cocktails to be enjoyed at one end while cooking happens at the other.

Given that our house is so open -the island was raised on one side to hide the everyday clutter that despite my best efforts ....finds it's way back to the counter every afternoon. Barstools by McGuire in natural woven fabric that is repeated in the casual dining area.

Robin Hill

"The kitchen is fantastic. People definitely say wow when they walk around the corner and catch their first glimpse, and yet at the same time, it is so liveable and practical"