The rustic table that forms part of the kitchen island.

Bar area with cabinet doors open.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

View of kitchen from stairs with pendants in prominence.

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 kitchen's warm wood cabinetry encloses a drinks station.

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

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

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.

Recessed LED strips accentuate the handless perimeter cabinetry.

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.

The integrated fridge appears from the woodwork.

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