The rustic table that forms part of the kitchen island.

The butler's pantry is used for servicing and for coffee making, and has the same cabinetry and Carrara countertop seen in the main kitchen.

Niche pull out storage cabinet elements in the kitchen island maximise storage and keep everything close to hand.

New kitchen complete with induction hob and pop up down draft ventilation.

The integrated fridge appears from the woodwork.

Lift-to-open cabinetry hardware adds to the look and functionality of the wood-finish mountain kitchen.

Located on the street side of the home, the contemporary kitchen is spacious and light filled.

Underlit open shelving greets entry into the large scullery which is as refined as the main showcase kitchen.

Designer Mic De Giulio developed a special translucent paint to apply over a plain sawn white oak for cabinetry throughout this kitchen, allowing the grain to come through and creating a texture to the finish. He also used random width planks for the doors rather than plain, solid veneer. So that adds texture as well.

The owners also requested a drinks station, which the designer placed behind pocket doors in the second bank of cabinetry along the side wall.

Designer: I used the pipe style extractors to minimise the obstruction of the mountain views and to echo the style of the round rustic feature table.

The capacious scullery features open wood display shelving and is also used as a baking centre.

The (re) renovated kitchen overlooks the dining area and outdoor living space.

Wall of closed wood-veneer cabinets behind the kitchen island contain a wealth of hidden functionality.

View of kitchen from stairs with pendants in prominence.

The wood-finished kitchen connects with the timber flooring and extends the natural vibe.

One minute all functionality is a pace away, the next minute it has all vanished from sight.

Designer: By incorporating materials that compliment nature; travertine tiles, beautiful Neolith porcelain reminiscent of jade, natural timbers and steel, I have created a cohesive, warm, homely and functional kitchen.

The designer decided to use the full height of the space for the cabinetry and built out a new bulkhead along the entire back wall of the room to accommodate this.

Handle-less appliances and cabinetry avoid any confusion allowing the alcove to pop!

The kitchen's warm wood cabinetry encloses a drinks station.

Bar area with cabinet doors open.

There is cabinetry on both sides of the entrance – a combination of benchtop height and floor-to-ceiling panelling.

Now you don't see it – now you do. The central bar area reminds behind closed cabinet doors until the party gets started.

A rich, sumptuous palette includes chocolate cabinetry, aged brass accents, and dark-stained parquet flooring.

To the rear, a new kitchen opens to the living spaces, elevated slightly to allow space for a functional garage below.

The substantial island seems to float in the generous space, supported as it is on slender black-painted legs.

Dedicated storage in the Poggenpohl cabinetry helps with an efficient use of available space – not to mention to-hand convenience.

Recessed LED strips accentuate the handless perimeter cabinetry.

The generous overhang on the generous-sized island is ideal for socialising, homework, or light meals.