Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2020 i Essential Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom

Spring is here and we have some fresh ideas for your kitchen, bathroom and bedroom projects. Here at EKBB, we take a lot of pride in selecting real-life kitchen case studies to showcase what we think you, our readers, will love. Some styles will always go down well thanks to being practical, classical and easy to live with (hello Shaker!). But we also love to show you things that are a bit different; projects that embrace new colourways and ideas or incorporate interesting design elements. With this in mind, we are bringing you two gorgeous green kitchens this issue (see One with Nature on page 34 and A Time for Revival on page 44). And our stunning cover kitchen, Statement Style on page 22, features taupe cabinetry and the unique…

What was your brief for this room? Geno and Mark wanted space for their family to eat, cook and relax informally, as well as somewhere they could host more glamorous dinner parties or drinks with friends. They were also mindful that such a large room could feel empty and rather soulless, so we thought carefully about ensuring it had character and reflected the age of the property. How did you begin designing the space? The layout is based on distinct zones for cooking, dining and seating, with the same flooring used throughout to unite the space. We also added half-height classic wall panelling around the room to add traditional character. The island is the focus of the room – it measures five metres long and had to be brought in…

How did you decide on the design and layout? I started with the main focus of the central island, where Dorcas wanted to include the induction hob. Dorcas liked our Classic range and also wanted a Fulham larder – its position allows the doors to be opened and not get in the way of any other cabinets when in use. Each section now works independently with the island as the cook zone, the sink area for prep and washing up, and the larder – with a work surface inside – for the breakfast zone and dry goods area. How did you decide on the colours and finishes? The green was a perfect way to add warmth, while the oak features are a great pop against the paint. Dorcas was…

Did the client have a clear vision of what they wanted for the space? There was an existing Mowlem kitchen in place, but the client’s family had grown and the space needed to be re-planned. We could have started from scratch, but it seemed wrong to throw the kitchen away, even though getting it to fit in the new area was challenging. How did you work together? This is our third project together, so it was a smooth process. Susy has a fabulous sense of design and decisions were made thoughtfully but swiftly as we had some time pressure. Were there any challenges along the way? The biggest challenge turned out to be the fridge freezer. We were trying to get the existing fridge to fit under the…

How did you begin the project? Initially we focused on creating distinct zones to be used at different times of the day. It made sense to position the dining table in front of the best views of the garden, with the breakfast area tucked into a nook to one side of the room. For the cooking area, we wanted to create an immediate sense of impact as you enter the room, hence the block of tall cabinets and large island, painted in a strong, dark colour. Can you tell us about the style of cabinetry and choice of colour? It is classic in-frame furniture with square pilasters and skirting, creating a timeless appeal. Its clean-lined simplicity and symmetry gives it a contemporary edge, as do brushed gun-metal handles. The…

How did you go about fulfilling the brief for the clients? Clara was aiming for more ornate and traditional elements, such as cockbeading on the frames, but after a meeting, we compromised on a plain framework, with added moulding within the shaker panels. We also moved the cockbeading to drawers only. We decided to keep the wall units only around the hob and opted for the freestanding shelf above the sink to leave the skylight unobstructed. Were there any particularly challenging aspects you encountered with the project? Keeping the island sink-free has meant less space around the hob between the tall cabinets, so there’s less worktop space either side of the hob. Another challenge involved creating symmetry around the hob. Because the elevation goes into a corner, we couldn’t…

ARCHITECT Charlton Brown Architecture & Interiors. DESIGN Sola Kitchens. Complete kitchens, including appliances and fitting, start from £35,000. APPLIANCES ICBBI48SID side-by-side fridge freezer with internal ice and water dispenser, £17,700, Sub-Zero. ICBDO30PM/S/PH built-in M Series professional double oven, £11,400; ICBMDD30PE microwave professional E Series, £2,640; ICBSRT486G 1219mm sealed burner range top with six burners and griddle/Teppan-Yaki, £8,580; ICBPW482418 1219mm pro wall hood, £3,180; ICBOG42 107cm outdoor gas grill, £8,700, all Wolf. Similar G715SCVi fully integrated dishwasher, £1,249, Miele. FIXTURES AND FURNISHINGS Sola Frillen out-frame solid walnut cabinetry with a concave bead and bespoke mahogany stain. Worktops and splashback in Bianco Eclipsia quartzite, from £575 per sq. m and Matrix granite, from £550 per sq. m, both Cullifords, installed by Rectory Stone. Timeless porcelain stone floor tiles, from £70 per sq.…

Theo was born in London to a large Greek Cypriot family and now lives in Hertfordshire with his wife Anna and their three children Eva, ten, Lex, eight, and Luca, three. He reached the MasterChef semi-finals in 2014 before leaving his corporate job to start his own pop-up restaurant championing modern Greek cuisine and to work as a private chef. Theo has published four cookbooks, including the bestseller Orexi! , and is now executive chef for an international events company, a food ambassador for David Lloyd Clubs and appears regularly on television.…

•A wine’s perfect storing temperature is around a consistent 13°C. In comparison, a normal household will sit at around 22°C, so this doesn’t only affect the long-term storage of the wine but also the immediate enjoyment of the bottle. When a red wine recommends drinking at room temperature, it doesn't mean 22°C. A fridge is typically colder than 13°C, but is acceptable for short-term storage, but the wine should then be allowed to sit out for 30 minutes or so before serving. Garages also work well for short term, but are highly susceptible to temperature swings if not heated during the winter. Consistency is key when it comes to temperature. Areas that get too warm – such as airing cupboards, for example – can heat up the wine and prematurely…

Space is the new luxury, that’s been our motto,’ says Gail Curley, owner and designer of Palácio Principe Real boutique hotel in Lisbon, Portugal. Gail and her husband, Miles, already owned several apartments across the city when, four years ago, they came across this 19th-century property, which spans 25,000 square feet. And while they weren’t planning on investing in another property at the time, they fell in love with its architecture and decided to restore it and turn it into a 28-bed hotel. Once the necessary planning permissions were approved, Gail set about designing each of the rooms, and the couple visited a furniture fair in Valencia for inspiration and to meet suppliers. ‘It was a very organic process, which was a real treat,’ says Gail. ‘Many of the people…

Highly decorated ‘Piping and studding adds eye-catching detail, making the headboard a real statement’Emma Deterding, founder and director of Kelling Designs With the wane of the feature wall as a design crutch in our homes, bedheads have enjoyed a renaissance in decorative detailing during recent years. Interior designers such as Kit Kemp have revived elaborate headboards that make the bed the undeniable focal point in a room. Prettier, more ornate styles hark back to a period of grandeur, something that’s echoed with intricately designed borders and trims. However, it’s the use of on-trend and invigorating colours that give this style a contemporary lift. This look also employs pattern to double down on ostentatious style, with large-scale prints and ornamental motifs ensuring that the headboard is dominant in the scheme, no…

‘I’m obviously obsessed with bedrooms and the enduring pleasure of comfort’ How did you get into your career? I have a passion for antiques and art, whether 20th-century pieces or 18th-century furniture. Having studied History of Art and Interior Design, I honed my skills as an interior designer and stylist in both Los Angeles and London. I spent time working in the decoration department of an interiors magazine with stylists and photographers. Not only did I acquire historic design knowledge but also learnt about the technical aspects of interior design and furniture making. All these influences inform my designs for Ensemblier, which I founded in 2014. What’s your signature style? The brand’s ethos is to create elegant pieces of worth and longevity with a narrative. Designs are often reworked from…

SHOP THE LOOK TRIED AND TRUSTED The latest collaboration between Little Greene and the National Trust sees the paint and wallcovering brand creating a range of seven wallpapers based on designs found in properties within the Trust’s eclectic portfolio. They include Pomegranate, pictured, based on a Baroque design unearthed from under wall-hung tapestries at Erddig in North Wales. Priced from £97.50 per roll. DO OR DYE These drinking tumblers from Les Ottomans take inspiration from Ikat dyeing processes to create an easy bohemian look. Mix and match prints with the range of plates and platters for a characterful dinner service. Priced from £22 per glass, by Amara. PRESERVATION ORDER Hailed as the world’s first oven to both heat and preserve food, Hoover’s H-KEEPHEAT, priced from £749, caters to busy families…

DESIGN Cochrane Design. A similar kitchen would cost around £90,000. APPLIANCES Classic Cluny range cooker, from £4,250; built-in extraction unit, from £720; salamander grill and rotisserie, £1,890; all Lacanche. KA90DVI20G American-style fridge freezer, £1,999, Siemens. Similar KWT 6422 iG wine conditioning unit, £2,999; M2234SC microwave, £769; both Miele. FIXTURES AND FURNISHINGS Similar Zelus tap with spring hose and pull-out nozzle, £330; Omni Duo boiling-water tap, £855; both Franke. Nero Assoluto honed granite worktops with integrated sinks, £POA, Cochrane Design. Similar Classic Elegance oak flooring, from £64.26 per sq. m, Broadleaf Timber. Similar Zenith bar stools, £49.99 each, Barstools.co.uk. Similar Dunlop pendant lights, £234 each, Trainspotters. Similar rolling library ladder, £POA, Ladderstore. Bespoke Napoleon sofas, Curzon ottoman, side tables, console tables, all Cochrane Design. Clarence chandelier, from £665; similar dining table…

DESIGN Roundhouse. Bespoke kitchens start at £35,000. ARCHITECT Andrew Thomson of Thomson Lavers Architects APPLIANCES iQ500 HB578A0S0B built-in oven, £789; iQ700 BI630CNS1B warming drawer, £529; iQ500 CM585AMS0B built-in compact oven with microwave, £779; all Siemens. T58FD20X0 N70 induction hob, £1,089; KI1813F30G N70 built-in fridge, £1,118; S515T80D0G N70 dishwasher, £758; K4316X7GB 82X54 built-under fridge, £498; G4344X7GB 82X54 built-in freezer £528; all Neff. EXT0014637 Stratus air ceiling built-in extractor, £1,435, Westin. Nordic round chrome boiling water tap, £1,150, Quooker. FIXTURES AND FURNISHINGS 6706 01 Ceramic undermount cisterna 60C sink, £386, 6707 01 Ceramic undermount cisterna 26 sink, £199, both Villeroy & Boch. KBX110/55 Kubus undermount bowl sink £349; Fuji pull out nozzle tap, £236; both Franke. Cliffstone beige madeira anticato tiles, £41.40 per sq. m, Ceramic Solutions UK. Dining chairs, from £15,…

DESIGN Mowlem & Co. An equivalent kitchen would cost around £60,000. APPLIANCES RF610ADX4 French door stainless steel fridge freezer, around £1,800, Fisher & Paykel. Similar iQ700 HB672GBS1B built-in single oven, around £770; similar CM656GBS6B built-in stainless steel compact oven with microwave, around £999; BI630CNS1B stainless steel warming drawer, around £470; similar EP9A6SB90 black gas hob, around £599; SN636X00KG built-in dishwasher, around £569, all Siemens. Bespoke extractor hood, around £1,559, Westin. FIXTURES & FURNISHINGS Cabinetry painted in Saloon and Panel, Paint & Paper Library. Clearwater STE65 Stereo large bowl sink, around £412, East Coast Kitchens. FUJCR swivel spout chrome tap, around £219, Franke. Nordic Square single boiling tap, around £950, Quooker. Oak natural oiled flooring, £59.59 per sq. m, The Natural Wood Floor Company. Similar Metro flat gloss white wall tiles,…

DESIGN Krantz Designs. Kitchens are priced from £35,000. APPLIANCES Similar appliances: H2860BP ovens, £1,199 each; DG7140 steam oven, £1,349; M7240 TC microwave, £1,149; KM7575FR induction hob, £1,949; KFNS 37692 iDE built-in fridge freezer, £2,799; KFN 37232 iD built-in fridge freezer, £1,349; G7150 SCVi fully integrated dishwashers, £1,249 each; all Miele. Stratus Compact extractor, from £2,776, Westin. FIXTURES AND FURNISHINGS Flex all-in-one boiling water and mixer tap with pull-out hose, £1,150, Quooker. Blanco Subline 350/350-U two bowl composite sink in Anthracite finish, £544, Blanco. Bespoke layered American black walnut breakfast table; Bespoke banquette seat upholstered in skai pavinto smoke vintage leather-look fabric; Holyrood Royal Collection 20mm quartz worktops; all Krantz Designs. Weathered Oak vinyl flooring, £36.99 per sq. m, Amtico. Victoria bar stools, £119 each, Cult Furniture. Curtains and blinds in…

DESIGN Bespoke Higham Furniture kitchen. Prices for a similar kitchen start from £35,300. APPLIANCES RF610ADX4 fridge, £1,999, Fisher & Paykel. N70 T27DS59N0 hob 75cm, £479; N70 C17UR02N0B built-in microwave oven, £479; N70 B27CR22N1B single oven, £839; N50 N1AHA01N0B warming drawer, £300; N70 S515T80D2G dishwasher, £758, all Neff. HT 80 ducted extractor, £200, Elica Elibloc. FWC604SS wine cooler, £550, CDA. FIXTURES AND FURNISHINGS 80mm Shaker-style cabinetry drawers with cockbead detail; SG Carrara quartz 30mm thick polished finish worktop, £POA; painted maple doors, frames and plinths, all supplied by Higham Furniture. Cotswold mushroom 32mm knobs, £14.90, Armac Martin. Flex polished chrome tap, £1,150; scale control £245, all Quooker. Farmhouse 80 sink, £360, Villeroy and Boch. For stockists and contact details, see page 144…

WHAT WAS THE BRIEF? This kitchen needed to work for a bigger family. They sent photographs of what was already in their cupboards so we could ensure we created a home for everything. Appliances needed to be on a larger scale and this inspired the large pan drawers and cupboards. Lots of small drawers would have made the space look really busy. HOW DID YOU DECIDE ON THE LAYOUT? The clients work a lot in the kitchen, and they wanted an area for clearing the table away and a separate space for prepping food. So we have the sink closest to the fridge on the island as a prep area with a dishwasher, and the seating slightly off-centre away from that zone. On the main run, there’s a second dishwasher…

Coming up with creative ways to make your scheme unique is one of the most exciting aspects of planning a new kitchen – and if you’re keen to break free of predictable box shapes and rectangles, incorporating curves is a way to make your mark. ‘Curves are becoming more popular,’ says Arran Horrex, senior designer for Schmidt Bristol. ‘We’ve done three projects with them in the last two months. It’s about going for something different and it allows the client to express ultra-customisation on another level.’ There are plenty of advantages to introducing curved features: they can bring a sense of flow to walkways, as well as adding warmth to a cool contemporary design. ‘They communicate a sense of softness and attention to detail,’ says Edward Hill, general manager for…

• If you are at all serious about wine, then you need to take wine storage seriously, as flawed storage conditions are the single biggest reason why wine spoils. While wine can withstand mild variations in temperature, it does need to be cosseted against frequent or extreme variations. If stored in a kitchen wine rack, under the stairs, on top of the fridge, in a utility room, garage or the garden shed, it can be adversely affected by domestic heating systems, kitchen warmth, unlagged hidden hot water pipes, sunlight or a sudden cold snap. This results in lacklustre, prematurely matured wine that lacks the promise it once showed. •A wine cellar or wine wall will add a stunning design feature to the home. It creates the space to have multiple…

How did you plan the layout? It was always our intention to maintain the original features of the house, so we had to work around them. We wanted to create a feature of the bath, which is placed in the middle of the room where a piano used to be. We raised the floor in the bathroom to add heated flooring, which also helps to distinguish the area from the bedroom. The shower and toilet are hidden for privacy. Where did you draw inspiration from? Over the years we’ve lived in Madrid, Singapore, London and now Lisbon, and we’ve tried to bring what we feel is the best from each place. I don’t believe you can beat the bathrooms in Britain, so that’s why we went to Drummonds.…

INSPIRATIONS SHOP THE LOOK Eastern influence With a strong reference to East India’s textile heritage, Belfast-based brand Bedeck’s Harita bed linen features delicate paisley prints in a soft palette of teal and taupe. Duvet cover is priced from £60; Oxford pillowcase, £16; quilted throw, £150; standard pillowcases, £22 for two; large square pillowcase, £35 for two. BEDTIME READING Following on from her first bestselling book, Kate Watson-Smyth brings us Mad About The House: 101 Interior Design Answers (£20, Pavilion). Covering all your interior design dilemmas – from walls and floors to layouts and lighting – complete with checklists, Kate helps readers navigate their way to a home that reaches its full potential. Stay in bed Enjoy reading the paper with a coffee in bed? Opting for a cushioned headboard can…

What can be achieved with a bespoke upholstered headboard? The great thing about bespoke upholstery is that you can design anything. Headboards are relatively simple to make, so its a chance for upholsterers to get creative. We relish the process of playing around with different shapes, proportions and fabrics to make our headboards stand out. What should we keep in mind when selecting a suitable fabric? Headboards have relatively low wear and tear, so you don’t need heavy-duty fabric. All upholstery needs to be fire retardant but a necessary liner can be added if your chosen fabric doesn’t meet the requirements. The most important thing is to think about texture, pattern and trims. What else needs to be considered during the planning stage? Another important element to…

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For an American family laying down roots in London, a six-bedroom Victorian Arts and Crafts-style property provided both quintessential English charm and a generous amount of space. However, after years of being adapted for varying purposes, it took an architect’s vision to make the living areas ready for modern life, while retaining the character of its past. ‘Our overarching vision was to create a well-connected and inspiring family home,’ explains David Bulmer of Charlton Brown Architecture & Interiors. ‘The house is split-level, and the back opens on to a terrace with external steps down to the garden and a lower-ground living area. Originally the ground floor had an enormous entrance hall and the kitchen was separate from the dining room and disconnected from the garden.’ Reconfiguring the oversized hall to…

Tell us about your new book. It’s all about creating big, beautiful grazing boards where the food is placed directly on the surface – perfect for casual dining with friends and family. There are ten chapters, all themed – including a vegan board, a seafood board, a picnic board, a barbecue board, a dessert board and lots more. There really is something for everyone. The recipes are all cooked in my relaxed style with a few twists, taking inspiration from different foods I experienced while travelling. And, of course, the original sharing food is the Greek-inspired meze board. Favourite recipe in the book? There are just so many I love in this book, from the pork belly with crackling and apple ketchup to my vegan ‘no-bird’ chicken pie.…

COMPACT SOLUTIONS When space is limited or you don’t have the need to store more than a few bottles, a slimline wine cabinet built into a run of base units is an ideal option. Fitting snugly within a length of cabinets, these under-counter models come in a range of widths, starting from a slender 15cm. You’ll only get one temperature zone, but if you just need somewhere to store wine without taking up valuable space in the fridge, it’s the ideal option. You can also consider integrated models installed at eye level, which can be configured alongside ovens, coffee machines and warming drawers, as well as fridge-freezers that come with dedicated wine cooler storage. Bear in mind that not all wine cabinets have reversible doors, so check before you buy…

SHOP THE LOOK Grand scale Lighter in weight and easy to maintain, porcelain is a practical alternative to marble stone. Lapicida’s Rex Brown porcelain tiles are large format with a rich and distinctly veined look, measuring 1200mm x 1200mm and priced £119 per sq. m. Go geometric Incorporate clean lines, angular shapes and repeated patterns into your bathroom scheme to create a modern and linear look. Add pops of colour for extra impact. OLD FLAME Simple designs are often the most effective, particularly when featured within a small space. Shown here in brass, Vogue UK’s Hamlet wall-mounted towel rail, £704, offers a charming traditional-style addition to a bathroom or en suite. Little luxury If you’re wondering whether or not you can fit a bath into your space, consider this. Waters…

FIXTURES AND FURNISHINGS Tay bath with a polished exterior, from £5,580; Mull three-hole basin mixer, from £1,170; Mull Classic bath and shower mixer on H-Stand, from £2,628; Single Dalby light with fluted glass shade, from £456; 200mm Grand shower rose, from £330; Grand wall-mounted shower arm, from £540; Classic hand shower & riser bracket, from £534; Mull Classic thermo & two-way shower plate, from £1,656; all Drummonds. Bespoke wardrobes, tables and chest of drawers, all Ronfe. Bespoke chairs and headboards, X8 Chairs & Tables. Lighting, Vistaverde. Chandeliers, Copenlamp. Rugs, Ferreira do Sa. Similar ornate large mirrors, £605 each, Sweetpea & Willow. For stockists and contact details, see page 144…