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kitchen proper with the black , marble-look tile splashback and the island front in the same American white oak finish – and also throughout the wider reworked interiors .”
The design allows a slender edge of black to show through from the cabinet interiors even when the doors are closed . This black accent is also introduced on the custom powdercoated cabinetry handles and the spot lights above the island .
When the tall doors are closed the cabinetry has a furniture-like appeal ideal for a backdrop to a social gathering , and when open they still have a crisp aesthetic .
To optimise the kitchen ’ s functionality and keep things tidy when entertaining , the kitchen is served by a rear scullery that can be screened off with a pocket slider .
Negative detail handles on the white kitchen cabinetry contribute to the clean , minimalist feel , as does the hidden rangehood and discreet bulkhead heat pump .
Other key touches include the pristine engineered stone , waterfall benchtop and a rear ledge that , being in the same tile as the splashback , all but disappears from sight .
Top : A bulkhead heatpump is ideally positioned to discreetly warm the kitchen . The kitchen ’ s walk-in scullery is a few steps from the island and includes smaller appliances and a Formica-topped prepping bench . This utility space can be screened off by a pocket slider when the owners are entertaining .
Above : A dishwasher is integrated into the rear of the island while recessed pulls add to the minimalist look and avoid the chef catching on protruding handles while cooking .
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