Norrvall’s brief was to design a kitchen that would form the hub of this light-filled lakeside property. ‘The tricky thing when working with such a large open space,’ she says, ‘is to make it feel cosy and personal for the family when it’s just the three of them, but also to create a kitchen that works for larger groups when they have visitors over and want to entertain.’
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Kitchen at a Glance
Who lives here A professional couple and their son
Location Near Lechlade, Gloucestershire
Size Approx 22 sq m, plus a 7 sq m pantry
Designer Helen Norrvall of Hobsons Choice
Slick and highly functional, this is a kitchen designed for keen cooks. ‘The couple had been living in Hong Kong, so their choice of high-spec appliances was informed by Asian cooking,’ explains Norrvall. ‘They wanted a range cooker that gave them the flexibility to use gas burners or a teppan-yaki plate. The six gas burners have two-tier flame ports, and the higher heat option is ideal for wok cooking, which is essential in Asian cuisine.’
Norrvall teamed the range cooker with white Bulthaup b3 laser-edge laminate cabinets for a slick look, then mixed in subtle industrial touches for added interest.
Giro bar stool, LaPalma. TV, Bang & Olufsen. Cabinets, b3 range by Bulthaup. Range cooker, Sub-Zero & Wolf.
Who lives here A professional couple and their son
Location Near Lechlade, Gloucestershire
Size Approx 22 sq m, plus a 7 sq m pantry
Designer Helen Norrvall of Hobsons Choice
Slick and highly functional, this is a kitchen designed for keen cooks. ‘The couple had been living in Hong Kong, so their choice of high-spec appliances was informed by Asian cooking,’ explains Norrvall. ‘They wanted a range cooker that gave them the flexibility to use gas burners or a teppan-yaki plate. The six gas burners have two-tier flame ports, and the higher heat option is ideal for wok cooking, which is essential in Asian cuisine.’
Norrvall teamed the range cooker with white Bulthaup b3 laser-edge laminate cabinets for a slick look, then mixed in subtle industrial touches for added interest.
Giro bar stool, LaPalma. TV, Bang & Olufsen. Cabinets, b3 range by Bulthaup. Range cooker, Sub-Zero & Wolf.
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Before designing and installing the kitchen, Norrvall spent a lot of time with the owners talking about what they wanted from the space. ‘The beauty of spending time with them is that I was able to make sure the kitchen flowed,’ she explains. ‘We knew where everything was going – in every cupboard and every drawer. Only dedicated decorative items would be left on show.’
Norrvall chose a Corian worktop for the kitchen island. ‘The size of the island meant it wouldn’t be possible to use a natural stone due to the limitations of the slab size,’ she says. ‘With Corian, we were able to get a seamless surface.’
Sink, Franke. Tap, Dornbracht. Worktop, Corian. Ceiling pendant, sourced in Hong Kong.
Norrvall chose a Corian worktop for the kitchen island. ‘The size of the island meant it wouldn’t be possible to use a natural stone due to the limitations of the slab size,’ she says. ‘With Corian, we were able to get a seamless surface.’
Sink, Franke. Tap, Dornbracht. Worktop, Corian. Ceiling pendant, sourced in Hong Kong.
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To the left of the kitchen is a neat pantry and prep room, which Norrvall designed in collaboration with the owner. ‘She was keen to have an area that could be closed off from the rest of the space,’ Norrvall says. ‘We used a reflective glass pocket door, so when the light is off inside, you can’t see through it to the pantry beyond. This is perfect for times when the family are entertaining, as any cooking mess can be contained.’
Projection clock, Karlsson. Engineered oak floor, Floorpol. Pantry pocket door, Rimadesio.
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Projection clock, Karlsson. Engineered oak floor, Floorpol. Pantry pocket door, Rimadesio.
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‘The owners wanted a professional-style range cooker with a stainless steel finish that would make a statement as well as suiting the demands of a busy kitchen,’ says Norrvall. The glass spashback was made to order and back-painted in the same colour as the walls.
Gas hob and oven, Sub-Zero & Wolf. Aluminium wall track, Bulthaup. Walls painted in Oxford Stone, Farrow & Ball.
Gas hob and oven, Sub-Zero & Wolf. Aluminium wall track, Bulthaup. Walls painted in Oxford Stone, Farrow & Ball.
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This apparently neutral kitchen has a trick up its sleeve – coloured lighting that can be altered to suit any mood. ‘We fitted LED lighting under the island and around the tops of the wall cabinets,’ says Norrvall. ‘It has numerous settings, so the owners can change the mood depending on whether they want to create a party atmosphere or set soft lighting for an intimate dinner.
‘Flexibility is the key,’ she adds. ‘You need task lighting for cooking, but also want to be able to switch to ambient lighting for the evening.’
‘Flexibility is the key,’ she adds. ‘You need task lighting for cooking, but also want to be able to switch to ambient lighting for the evening.’
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Furniture designer Jonathan Field created the oak breakfast bar, which connects to the Corian-topped kitchen island. ‘He’s a genius with wood,’ says Norrvall. ‘The piece of oak is 90mm thick, while the island worktop is only 50mm. Jonathan created this unique finish with a cracking effect and a beautiful rounded edge.’
These organic elements provide a pleasing contrast to the sharp lines of the contemporary cabinetry.
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These organic elements provide a pleasing contrast to the sharp lines of the contemporary cabinetry.
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Norrvall thought carefully about how to zone the room. ‘Big spaces can be more challenging than you might think,’ she says. ‘Although you have plenty of options, it’s important to create balance – you need the proportions to work with the rest of the scheme. It’s not about filling every inch of space.’
She chose long, thin wall cabinets for a neat look – plus they allow for the wash of coloured lighting above. ‘They help maintain the airy feel,’ she says. ‘There’s an extractor hidden in the middle cabinet, as we wanted to keep things streamlined.’
The kitchen is geared up for parties, with two wine fridges, plus an additional fridge in the pantry that has a versatile cool drawer with multiple-use settings.
Wine fridges, Sub-Zero & Wolf.
She chose long, thin wall cabinets for a neat look – plus they allow for the wash of coloured lighting above. ‘They help maintain the airy feel,’ she says. ‘There’s an extractor hidden in the middle cabinet, as we wanted to keep things streamlined.’
The kitchen is geared up for parties, with two wine fridges, plus an additional fridge in the pantry that has a versatile cool drawer with multiple-use settings.
Wine fridges, Sub-Zero & Wolf.
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The oak shelves slotted into the corner of the island were custom-made by Jonathan Field to match the breakfast bar. They were designed specifically to house the owners’ extensive collection of cookbooks and keep them within easy reach.
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Dinner guests are in for a treat, as the glass-fronted home has spectacular lakeside views.
Jonathan Field made the table for 12, which is ideal for large dinner parties, and it’s teamed with comfy leather chairs. ‘I think the wooden pieces and soft-textured light fittings work beautifully alongside the sleek, industrial kitchen,’ says Norrvall.
Cascadence pendant lights, Ango at Future Lighting. Curtains and blinds, Theia fabric from Nobilis. Artwork, Simon Birch. Dining chairs in Naturale 0442, Zanotta.
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Jonathan Field made the table for 12, which is ideal for large dinner parties, and it’s teamed with comfy leather chairs. ‘I think the wooden pieces and soft-textured light fittings work beautifully alongside the sleek, industrial kitchen,’ says Norrvall.
Cascadence pendant lights, Ango at Future Lighting. Curtains and blinds, Theia fabric from Nobilis. Artwork, Simon Birch. Dining chairs in Naturale 0442, Zanotta.
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