Greenhithe Project Role:

led the design directive for Rarebirds Interiors. An existing brick wall feature would need to be retained and woven into the proposed kitchen design to harmonise with the completed scheme.

The juxtaposition of a warm, dark colour palette—of deep-toned, rustic sawn timber cabinetry—and the cool, smooth, rectilinear concrete shapes of the Neolith benches and island begins a conversation between urban and rustic design language. The centralised island features a bespoke aged brass strip, which cleverly and seamlessly unites these two polarities and becomes a complementary element to both. Bevelled detailing to the table’s timber legs is repeated throughout the cabinetry in considered areas, giving a distinct craftsmanship feel to the kitchen.
Aged brass detailing is carried through into the tall Buster & Punch knurled cabinet handles and the Archant metal mesh doors of the built-in bar cabinet, both sitting beautifully in the sultry colour palette.

Rarebirds Interiors championed our love of the handcrafted—designing and commissioning an LED-swathed chandelier crafted from rusted wire fencing and auto parts—creating a deliberate focal point in the kitchen space. Diagonally laid timber flooring, finished in a pale wash, prevents the space from becoming too serious or over-angular, and brings the brick wall into the overall palette.

The kitchen’s design is purposefully kept to distinct zones, with the bar cabinet and fridge being easily accessible without disturbing the cooking zones. Two wine fridges are revealed behind the mesh doors in the bar area, which is softly lit to highlight the continuation of moody timber and Neolith stone. The solid laminated timber table seats up to six people, enabling immediate interaction with those making the magic happen with the Miele appliances. The kitchen’s spatial layout works well for our client’s busy family and their hectic entertaining schedule.