A reimagined kitchen in the heart of Teddington in Southwest London, this project by Kitchens by Holloways showcases a space transformed to offer smart functionality while placing natural materials at the forefront. Through refurbishing the existing kitchen, the space has been opened up to accommodate an open-plan layout that has redefined the centre of the home.
Previously a galley kitchen layout, the original space had limited storage, natural light and visual flow. To create a kitchen that seamlessly connects with the rest of the home and better suit the needs of the family, Kitchens by Holloways removed the galley kitchen wall and replaced it with a large kitchen island to anchor the room and create an open-plan living space.
Collaborating with interior designer Jude Micklewright, the homeowner wanted an interior which showcased the use of natural materials including wood cabinetry, an earthy colour palette and textured details to highlight focal points in the kitchen. Slim Shaker oak cabinets with a natural grain frame the kitchen with both base and floor to ceiling units which add warmth while complementing the terracotta, herringbone floor. In contrast, the island is a statement on its own with painted shaker fronts in Little Greene’s Sage – a muted, elegant green that pairs effortlessly with the oak. Finer details such as the rattan cane cabinet fronts on the high cabinets introduce a tactile feature, paired with matching cane-back bar stools.
These design elements are complemented by Noblestone Taj Mahal 3D Matt worktops, finished with a double pencil edge profile, which continues effortlessly into a matching splashback and floating shelf above the induction hob. The homeowner wanted a sleek, clean aesthetic, so to accommodate the 20mm shelf, Kitchens by Holloways designed the shelf without brackets in the planning stages which includes hidden support behind the wall to allow for a streamlined final look.
Kitchens by Holloways had a thoughtful approach to the cabinetry due to challenges such as the sloped ceiling and proximity to the existing door which leads into the utility area. With tight tolerances and minimal margin for error, the cabinetry required exact precision to the millimetre to align with the existing elements of the home.
A statement feature which naturally draws the eye up is the glass and oak shelving unit above the kitchen island, designed to house the homeowners’ glassware collection. Weighing over 100kg, Kitchens by Holloways ensured the ceiling was sufficiently strengthened during the early stages of installation to be able to support the shelf. The team also added a bespoke glass sliding door mechanism to allow for smoother access for the client.
Features of the original kitchen, the windows provide different architectural elements to the new kitchen design. The small, glass enclosed space now houses the sink area offering views of the garden, while the slim windows on either side of the hob allow plenty of natural light for cooking and food preparation.
