16. Broken plan vs open plan
by Admin
Posted on 21-02-2023 12:37 PM
Apparently, 'broken-plan' living is the new 'open-plan' living. It's about creating distinct zones within an open-plan layout with different floor finishes, split-level flooring and partitions, such as half-walls, bookcases, glazed doors or screens.
What's the benefit of broken-plan
kitchen
, diners and living spaces? visually, you can keep a spacious, bright, sociable feel for your room, but also create a definite impression of separation between the various zones. From a practical point of view, it means that a messy kitchen can be quickly screened from a dining area; or a noisy kitchen diner can be separated from the lounging space.
20. Boiling water on demand
In this two-tone mid-century kitchen , a curved island widens the space, and walnut slats give it a 1970s-inspired feel with a modern twist. Photographer: alex lukey
source: house & home december 2021
designer: izen architecture
this charnwood forest kitchen from devol is english charm at its finest. Painted in a mellow, handsome green, the generous kitchen island features hits of brass, ample storage and even a butcher block prep area at the end for chopping food. Photographer: courtesy devol
this chic black-and-white island features a counter-integrated vent-hood that tucks away when not in use, and an island faucet that
offers
boiling, filtered and carbonated water on demand.
Deep rich wood cabinet kitchen with white rounded island
The beauty of a modern timber kitchen is that they never really lose their appeal and that they can make up for lack of colour. The natural lightness of timber works best with white or grey to bring out its terrific textures. As a result, it can be used to specify particular areas of interest like a central island bench, accompanying stools, a kitchen table, or a corner of cabinetry. The enriching sheen of brushed brass tapware and matching accessories works well with the more rustic qualities of timber kitchens. Also, don’t forget you can always go darker with your timber to contrast with various light attributes you may have already implemented in the space.
Round Kitchen & Dining Room Sets
Curved drawers replace angular l-shaped corners with concave curved drawers for a softer finish to your kitchen design. Smooth drawers add beautiful soft lines to your kitchen shape whilst providing effortless storage access. Curved cabinets like curved corner drawers, your cabinets can also showcase curves to make your room rounded. Offering a seamless flow and relaxed feel, crafted curved cabinets are very ergonomic, making them ideal for open-plan spaces and blending different zones. Curved kitchen islands to offer contrast to the straight lines of your kitchen cabinets or to compliment curved units, opt for a curved kitchen island for a beautiful centre piece in your room.
Enjoy delicious meals with family and friends on a classic wood dining table. A timeless addition to any space, solid wood dining tables can be enjoyed for years of meals with loved ones and guests. Browse a variety of solid, engineered and rustic dining tables with a full range of beautiful table tops, including walnut, mahogany, white oak, teak, pine and more. Or, explore dining room table features and shapes, such as round dining tables or wooden dining tables with extensions. Then, complete the look with other dining accessories like candles, vases, or table runners. Have an idea for a small dining room space? consider consolidating your eating area with a wood kitchen table adjacent to your living room area.
Stretching in a relatively vertical formation, this round kitchen island looks useful in grey. Wooden materials become countertop of this kitchen island which in this picture, serves as the mini dining table. This can serve as a variation for eat-in space beside the dining room. The countertop lies on top of grey, wooden materials that look creative. The materials create a cabinet with doors. Inside the cabinet, you can place many items, from dishes to food ingredients. When not used as the dining table, place flowers or plants to turn this spot into the decorative spot.