Kitchen of the week: A kitchen-dining room basement is infused with light - After 10 years, the Bayles family had exceeded the limits of their attic and bungalow Hampshire needed more space. But rather than move, Susan and Phil decided to stay put and expand to meet the needs of their three children.
However, after some preliminary investigations, the couple was told the structure of their bungalow was not strong enough for an extension and were informed instead of build a new house on the same plot. planning restrictions would allow a property with two floors, in order to achieve some extra space, they decided to dig with designer Helena Myers The Myers Touch. The result is an underground kitchen s a wonderfully light and bright family room.
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Who lives here Susan and Phil Bayles and three children
Location Country A Hampshire
Size 6m x 10.5m, with the kitchen taking almost half of this space
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As the site overlooks a beautiful park, could only Bayles permission
planning two floors, which they would not have given sufficient space to life. The solution was to build a 'underground' cooking, 2m below ground level.
A long window behind the bedroom doors and large glass in the garden Bring daylight into the basement, and maximize the light was at the top of the agenda for the rest of the design.
Who lives here Susan and Phil Bayles and three children
Location Country A Hampshire
Size 6m x 10.5m, with the kitchen taking almost half of this space
designer Helena Myers Myers Press
As the site overlooks a beautiful park, could only Bayles permission
planning two floors, which they would not have given sufficient space to life. The solution was to build a 'underground' cooking, 2m below ground level.
A long window behind the bedroom doors and large glass in the garden Bring daylight into the basement, and maximize the light was at the top of the agenda for the rest of the design.
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to ensure that the kitchen reflects the light as much as possible the owners have chosen white lacquered units, designer Helena Myers overcame a clear work plan. "Rather than using a white worktop united, I choose a crystal with a white base and the same Fleck broken. It is also very forgiving, which was really important because this is very much a working kitchen, "she says.
Lotus white lacquer cabinets, Siematic. Polished worktops Blanco Maple, Silestone.
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Lotus white lacquer cabinets, Siematic. Polished worktops Blanco Maple, Silestone.
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"the owners wanted a clean, light and contemporary feel, 'explains Myers. "The key is to avoid using tall cabinets below the little glass ceiling so that the light from this area may be maximized. This now provides a wonderful area for food preparation, with daylight coming directly from the top. "
The resin floor poured white creates a hard, transparent as s perfect for a family kitchen working hard, while the bright Ikea rug him gives a touch of color.
The resin floor poured white creates a hard, transparent as s perfect for a family kitchen working hard, while the bright Ikea rug him gives a touch of color.
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It was essential to the kitchen to be as family friendly as possible, so Myers created an elliptical island shaped unit in the center of space for everyone gather around.
'the island is in the spotlight as a social center of the kitchen, said Myers. "It was designed to allow time for the family as his home. By extending the shape of the work plan in a sweeping curve, it allows enough space for the whole family to sit and chat or eat comfortably.
'the island is in the spotlight as a social center of the kitchen, said Myers. "It was designed to allow time for the family as his home. By extending the shape of the work plan in a sweeping curve, it allows enough space for the whole family to sit and chat or eat comfortably.
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the tall cabinets have been positioned carefully to one side, so they wouldn 't limit the light from the large windows glass at the other end of the room.
and two wall ovens and a steam oven, the kitchen offers a storage space :. High-level cabinets above devices for long-term storage and accessibility of low level units, which work especially well for children
a mute boy, to the left of the furnaces allows the family send bags in a fall in the garage straight to the kitchen on the lower floor. "It would have been difficult to unload the shopping if this elevator wasn t up," says Myers.
steam oven, combi microwave and warming drawer, all Gaggenau.
and two wall ovens and a steam oven, the kitchen offers a storage space :. High-level cabinets above devices for long-term storage and accessibility of low level units, which work especially well for children
a mute boy, to the left of the furnaces allows the family send bags in a fall in the garage straight to the kitchen on the lower floor. "It would have been difficult to unload the shopping if this elevator wasn t up," says Myers.
steam oven, combi microwave and warming drawer, all Gaggenau.
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A sofa declaration brings character to the living space. Susan had her heart set on a pink velvet sofa so before beginning the design, said Myers. "We chose white cabinets to bring as much light as possible and to allow the dynamic furniture and accessories to show their individuality.
Sofa, Sofas & Stuff. Carpet Ikea.
Sofa, Sofas & Stuff. Carpet Ikea.
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pink accents continue to the living area in the kitchen area with a backsplash bright glass and matching bar stools - even the work of art has a hint of pink in it.
'Use pink accents was a progression from the couch, "said Myers. "The customer bought most of these itself, with the exception of the credenza.
Hot pink glass splashback, OptiColour. Bar stools, Kartell.
'Use pink accents was a progression from the couch, "said Myers. "The customer bought most of these itself, with the exception of the credenza.
Hot pink glass splashback, OptiColour. Bar stools, Kartell.
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and several ovens, kitchen is kitted with a range of appliances including a wine fridge, making the perfect space for entertaining and celebrate special occasions.
wine storage unit, Gaggenau.
wine storage unit, Gaggenau.
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This clever angle storage area is hidden behind the term of large units and creates a secret corner to store cookbooks and glassware, plus an additional surface area for preparation and cleaning.
The storage of wine was dedicated by The Myers touch to the design and Susan spray lacquer to match the bespoke kitchen units.
sink and faucet, Blanco.
See 10 ideas for the open storage in a kitchen
The storage of wine was dedicated by The Myers touch to the design and Susan spray lacquer to match the bespoke kitchen units.
sink and faucet, Blanco.
See 10 ideas for the open storage in a kitchen
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beyond the statement couch is a table with contemporary white room with Eames-style chairs, placed just before the French doors so that everyone can enjoy magnificent views of the garden.
custom table, Midas Marine & Joinery. Eiffel chairs, Dwell.
custom table, Midas Marine & Joinery. Eiffel chairs, Dwell.
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the two-storey house which replaced the original dormer bungalow is a stylish, contemporary new construction.
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There s only when you reach the back of the house you realize the size of the property is and can appreciate s magnificent view.
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