The Approach

The brief for this home renovation project called for a new kitchen with re-configured layout, connecting kitchen and dining and making the most of the panoramic views out over Fifeshire Rock and Tasman Bay. The choice of material finishes was chosen specifically to reflect this beautiful coastal location.

A large island defines the spaces; it has a naturally honed Atlantic granite top with a solid, dark oak lean for casual dining and conversation. The oak veneer used on most of the cupboard joinery and the linoleum on the drawers matches this dark tone. A lighter colour linoleum on the cupboards above the cooktop provides a nice contrast.

Linoleum provides a beautiful finish; it’s a natural product with finger-print resistant properties, ideal in a kitchen. We use a special laminating process to achieve the sleek look and to create a very robust finish.