Something very special was required for the heart of this award-winning Tamahere new build so the owners turned to designer Gleniss Kehely from Mastercraft Kitchens Waikato for a touch of magic.
The simplicity and natural beauty of the Scandi style very much appealed to the owners. Scandi style typically mixes very light or white expanses with light wood grain and texture. Like all minimalist styles it’s a difficult balance to get right, especially when the brief called for cabinetry solutions throughout the home.
As a starter, the polished concrete floors were a match made in heaven for this kitchen, providing a solid yet subtle texture that complements the white cabinets and benchtops.
Building up from that, the kitchen cleverly interplays Melamine Sublime Teak and Malibu cabinets, Woodsmiths USA Ash for the corner benchtop, and Silestone White Storm English Stone for the main benchtop.
To break the geometric style, some subtle angles were employed, just under the solid wood bench, and on the homework nook shelving. The wooden slat frontage also adds interest and the white shelves provide a colour and texture balance.
Above the stainless steel main sink is a Burns and Ferrall Panama Accessory Channel. These channels are plumbed in and allow a mix and match approach to your food preparation and cleaning needs.
The balance of the house, including the homework nook desk and overhead cupboards, two entertainment units (one with a hand painted backdrop), and a spectacular laundry fit-out was also treated to the magic Mastercraft touch.
This kitchen was designed and manufactured by Mastercraft Kitchens Waikato in conjunction with eHaus Waikato / Brown Construction, Dean Baldock / The Architecture People, and Kim Forkert from Parkhurst Designs.
Meet the Designer
Gleniss Kehely
I switched my career path from the building industry to designing kitchens in 1991, with Mastercraft Kitchens in Tauranga. It didn't take me long to fall in love with everything ‘kitchen’, and I can still say I love coming to work every day. Our clients are fabulous, and every home is different. While trends, colours and materials change over time, the personal satisfaction involved in being part of a great team hasn't. I am passionate about creating a wonderful experience for each customer and fitting a fully functioning & attractive work-space into their home is a fantastic feeling.
