Posts tagged kitchen design nz

Nestled amongst the lush bush in Raglan lies this beautifully designed timber house that seamlessly blends with its natural surroundings. The interior design incorporates multiple levels, with native timber as a prominent feature throughout.

The owners approached us with a desire to transform their outdated kitchen into a modern, minimalist space that would provide better functionality, storage, and a greater sense of openness.

The new kitchen is crafted from birch plywood. A recessed handle design for drawers and doors is incorporated to embrace the minimalist aesthetic. While the majority of the kitchen features a natural birch tone, red is incorporated as a feature colour. It highlights the island end panels, accentuated by a custom-made open steel shelf, as well as the drawers in the coffee station and pantry area, which is tucked into a niche. Complementing the kitchen island are two solid Ash timber shelves supported by black brackets.

Considering our clients' passion for cooking and entertaining, the gas hob is positioned to face the dining table, allowing them to engage with their guests while preparing delicious meals. The benchtops are a combination of three different materials to cater to specific functions. Stainless steel is utilized for the main kitchen area, seamlessly incorporating a downdraft extractor that doesn't obstruct the view. A stone benchtop is dedicated to rolling dough. And for the coffee station, we incorporated a solid Ash timber surface, adding warmth and character.

KitchensChristina SchregelJune 4, 2023Motide Raglanplywood kitchen, sustainable kitchen, kitchen design nz, plywood design, kitchen nz, ply kitchen, minimalist kitchen, recessed kitchen handleComment

A MODERN KITCHEN IN WHITE AND BLACK

This new house is located in the newly developed area of Rangitahi in Raglan. It showcases a beautiful design that features a mostly black exterior, with a contemporary and modern aesthetic.

Inside, the interior is bright and light, featuring an open-plan layout that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. In the living room adjacent to the kitchen a raking plywood ceiling adds height and creates a spacious atmosphere.

Our clients asked us to build a kitchen that blends into the modern design of white and black with natural timber tones and some punches of colour. Working closely together with our client, we planned the kitchen to ensure it not only met their functional needs but also contributed to the overall aesthetic of the home.

The kitchen showcases an interplay of white and black elements, with the cabinetry contributing texture and depth through its pronounced lines. The work benchtop combines a thick stainless steel plate on plywood, offering a sturdy and practical surface while being elegant. Meanwhile, the kitchen island boasts a handmade concrete benchtop, which not only adds texture but also serves as a beautiful focal point in this gathering area.

KitchensChristina SchregelJune 4, 2023Motide Raglanplywood kitchen, birch plywood, ply, white kitchen, sustainable kitchen, kitchen design nzComment

DYNAMIC AND STRIKING KITCHENETTE

This commercial kitchenette fit-out plays dynamically with the structure of the building around it. The angular staircase as a backdrop provides a striking and playful balance of form & space.

MOTIDE bespoke timber handles work with the linear aspects of the building, warming up the black tones of the kitchen and the staircase. The kitchen cabinet fronts are made from a matt black laminated plywood, with a dark grey Polaris benchtop. The staircase behind it is painted black.

The kitchen is kept minimal by integrating the dishwasher behind a cabinet door. Taps and overhead storage is kept to a simple and minimal presence.

The MOTIDE bespoke timber handles are repeated in the conference room next to the kitchen, keeping details continuous within the neighbouring spaces.