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Designed by: Craig Hewetson, Hewe Architectural Cabinetry, with initial design concept and plans by Peta Davy, Yellowfox
Photography by: Jamie Cobel
From the designers:
Peta Davy, Yellowfox
The owner came to us with a clear vision of how she wanted her spaces to feel – calm and uncluttered, full of warm muted tones with accents of natural stones and timber grains.
The kitchen was to be the home’s central hub, both functional and beautiful, with care not to distract from the stunning ocean view.
A comfortable seating area close to the kitchen was required, where friends and family could relax and chat while meals were being prepared.
A remote station for on-bench appliances such as a coffee machine was a requirement; this was to be hidden behind reeded glass sliders, but in time became open for easier access.
An asymmetrical stone island has grounded the space, giving a sense of sculptural opulence.
This homeowner had a strong determination to achieve the perfect home for her and her family, and it was to culminate in this beautiful, enchanting space.
– Calm, uncluttered hub of the home –
Craig Hewetson, Hewe Architectural Cabinetry
I first got the plans from the kitchen owner after they had been to see Peta Davy at Yellow Fox.
Peta and the owners came up with the overall concept for the kitchen.
From there, I worked with the kitchen owner to go through all the exact details and finishes to ensure that every detail was how she wanted the kitchen space to flow.
Having the kitchen flow into the areas around it was important.
They wanted to grab a bit of all the areas around it to tie everything together.
In the end, I think it has worked amazingly well – the owners love the choices made and are extremely happy with how well the kitchen functions and is easy to use with the areas around it.
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Credit List
Kitchen designCraig Hewetson, Hewe Architectural Cabinetry | Cabinetry1/4 cut Oak veneer with 1/4 or 1/2 grey wash stain, to some cabinetry; lacquered Aalto Detailed satin Polyurethane, to some cabinetry; 20mm open steel framed shelves, with a Metalier aged Indian Brass finish; 20mm framed sliding doors with a Metalier aged Indian Brass finish; narrow reed glass inside the frame |
BenchtopsIsland bench – Super White stone, leathered, supplied by Slabco and manufactured and installed by Marmotec; hob and bar bench – Neolith Aspin Grey Silk, manufactured and installed by Linea Stone | SinksIsland sink – Franke Bolero Box, supplied by Archant; bar sink, Franke Bolero, supplied by Archant |
Oven and combination ovenMiele | VentilationSirius |
RefrigerationFisher & Paykel | FlooringRustic oak with a 1/4 Grey wash stain |
Co-designer (initial design concept and plans)Peta Davy, Yellowfox | Cabinetry hardwareBlum Legrabox onion grey drawers; Blum Inserta soft close hinges; Hettich Wingline 770 bifold doors; Hafele, Hawa Regal B 25 sliding door system |
SplashbackSuper White stone, leathered, supplied by Slabco and manufactured and installed by Marmotec | Water dispenserInSinkErator |
CooktopIlve | DishwasherMiele |
Wine fridgeVintek | LightingWarmer white 2700k spot and strip lighting supplied by Top LED |
AwardsTrends International Design Awards (TIDA) Kitchens – Highly Commended |
From the designers:
Peta Davy, Yellowfox
The owner came to us with a clear vision of how she wanted her spaces to feel – calm and uncluttered, full of warm muted tones with accents of natural stones and timber grains.
The kitchen was to be the home’s central hub, both functional and beautiful, with care not to distract from the stunning ocean view.
A comfortable seating area close to the kitchen was required, where friends and family could relax and chat while meals were being prepared.
A remote station for on-bench appliances such as a coffee machine was a requirement; this was to be hidden behind reeded glass sliders, but in time became open for easier access.
An asymmetrical stone island has grounded the space, giving a sense of sculptural opulence.
This homeowner had a strong determination to achieve the perfect home for her and her family, and it was to culminate in this beautiful, enchanting space.
– Calm, uncluttered hub of the home –
Craig Hewetson, Hewe Architectural Cabinetry
I first got the plans from the kitchen owner after they had been to see Peta Davy at Yellow Fox.
Peta and the owners came up with the overall concept for the kitchen.
From there, I worked with the kitchen owner to go through all the exact details and finishes to ensure that every detail was how she wanted the kitchen space to flow.
Having the kitchen flow into the areas around it was important.
They wanted to grab a bit of all the areas around it to tie everything together.
In the end, I think it has worked amazingly well – the owners love the choices made and are extremely happy with how well the kitchen functions and is easy to use with the areas around it.
Search similar articles
Credit List
Kitchen designCraig Hewetson, Hewe Architectural Cabinetry | Cabinetry1/4 cut Oak veneer with 1/4 or 1/2 grey wash stain, to some cabinetry; lacquered Aalto Detailed satin Polyurethane, to some cabinetry; 20mm open steel framed shelves, with a Metalier aged Indian Brass finish; 20mm framed sliding doors with a Metalier aged Indian Brass finish; narrow reed glass inside the frame |
BenchtopsIsland bench – Super White stone, leathered, supplied by Slabco and manufactured and installed by Marmotec; hob and bar bench – Neolith Aspin Grey Silk, manufactured and installed by Linea Stone | SinksIsland sink – Franke Bolero Box, supplied by Archant; bar sink, Franke Bolero, supplied by Archant |
Oven and combination ovenMiele | VentilationSirius |
RefrigerationFisher & Paykel | FlooringRustic oak with a 1/4 Grey wash stain |
Co-designer (initial design concept and plans)Peta Davy, Yellowfox | Cabinetry hardwareBlum Legrabox onion grey drawers; Blum Inserta soft close hinges; Hettich Wingline 770 bifold doors; Hafele, Hawa Regal B 25 sliding door system |
SplashbackSuper White stone, leathered, supplied by Slabco and manufactured and installed by Marmotec | Water dispenserInSinkErator |
CooktopIlve | DishwasherMiele |
Wine fridgeVintek | LightingWarmer white 2700k spot and strip lighting supplied by Top LED |
AwardsTrends International Design Awards (TIDA) Kitchens – Highly Commended |
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