Working with interior designer Hilary Scott, Mowlem & Co has created a stylish and sympathetic bespoke kitchen for a fascinating renovation and extension project. The impressive Victorian detached house has ‘an interesting planning history’ according to Hilary. Previously it had been bedsit accommodation with 27 units but in recent years it had become derelict and neglected, until was bought by a premiere league footballer with a view to restoring it to its former glory as a family home. Situated near the Botanic Gardens in Kew and in a conservation area, there was a significant investment and considerable planning negotiation to get it returned to a single dwelling. Hilary had worked closely with the client on previous projects and had their couple’s full trust to come up with a scheme that matched their tastes and needs. Many original features were restored or replaced to remain in keeping with the architecture, for example marble and cast iron fireplaces, panelling, cornices and architraves which were considered a key fabric of the building. The most contemporary element of the renovation is the striking double height glass extension to the rear in which the kitchen and living area are positioned. The room has wonderful views out to the garden is ideal both for family life and entertaining. The extension design involved an architect for the original plans and another to project-manage the build. Then Mowlem & Co were brought in because Hilary has worked with them for many years and says they were the natural choice to achieve the high quality of finish and bespoke joinery that was required. “They have done an amazing job,” says Hilary, “the design has certain quirky touches and an individual feel that you can only get with bespoke. All the timber has traditionally made dovetail joints and other handcrafted details. This is typical of Mowlem & Co’s work …they have a fantastic team and Julia Brown, who managed this project, is a great kitchen designer.” The kitchen has been conceived to match the contemporary feel of the new extension while also having a classic feel in terms of the finishes, such as the stained oak and exposed brickwork. The furniture has been made to bespoke proportions to match the scale of the double height extension, so that it fits the architecture. The look is clean and linear in feel and the design features specially created elements such as extra wide drawers and customised storage, and a separate walk-in pantry (plus a separate utility room in the basement). The furniture has been made in flat veneered stained oak and the seamless worktops are in Corian. Cooking appliances are by Wolf and refrigeration is by Sub-Zero. The exposed brick wall of the kitchen matches the external finishes of the brickwork of the house which can be seen through the glass extension. To harmonise, a thick glass shelf has been added, masterminded by Gary Craig of Architectural Metalworkers. This is supported by a cantilevered steel frame, so while it may look deceptively light and subtle, “a serious amount of engineering has gone into it,” according to Hilary. Mowlem & Co also created further bespoke furnishings and installations, for a dressing room plus bathrooms and cloakrooms in other parts of the house. The complexity of the project to restore the entire house took over a year to finish. As the client was transferred to another team before the renovation was complete, the property is now on the market for £9 million.

This contemporary open planned kitchen/ dining room, is very open and spacious, making it a very social-able space. The neutral tones helps to create warmth within such as large space. The choice of also having a solid wood dining table and chairs, brings a more traditional element to the design,

Rick Ueda
ロサンゼルスにあるラグジュアリーな広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、珪岩カウンター、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング) の写真

With a striking, bold design that's both sleek and warm, this modern rustic black kitchen is a beautiful example of the best of both worlds. When our client from Wendover approached us to re-design their kitchen, they wanted something sleek and sophisticated but also comfortable and warm. We knew just what to do — design and build a contemporary yet cosy kitchen. This space is about clean, sleek lines. We've chosen Hacker Systemat cabinetry — sleek and sophisticated — in the colours Black and Oak. A touch of warm wood enhances the black units in the form of oak shelves and backsplash. The wooden accents also perfectly match the exposed ceiling trusses, creating a cohesive space. This modern, inviting space opens up to the garden through glass folding doors, allowing a seamless transition between indoors and out. The area has ample lighting from the garden coming through the glass doors, while the under-cabinet lighting adds to the overall ambience. The island is built with two types of worksurface: Dekton Laurent (a striking dark surface with gold veins) for cooking and Corian Designer White for eating. Lastly, the space is furnished with black Siemens appliances, which fit perfectly into the dark colour palette of the space.

Colin Conces
オマハにある高級な小さなミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、グレーのキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、磁器タイルの床、黒い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Kitchen with innovative joinery. Soft closing doors, display cabinetry and island bench seating. Bifold out doors above sink allow for servery out to the bbq area and outdoor counter breakfast space. Integrated timber accents and shelving unit from American Oak. Curved High Ceiling above with ample natural light from automatic louvres

ロサンゼルスにあるお手頃価格の小さなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、珪岩カウンター、木材のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、コンクリートの床、グレーの床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Off white kitchen cabinets with large island with Tala pendant lights
サセックスにある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シングルシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、グレーのキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、緑のキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Mise en place d'un faux plafond pour délimiter l'ancienne cuisine. Choix d'une cuisine linéaire Veneta Cucine pour un rendu lisse et lumineux: portes sans poignées laquées blanc, plan de travail et évier en quartz blanc, crédence en verre blanc. Uniformisation du carrelage de la cuisine qui accueille le nouveau chauffage au sol de la véranda.

Stunning open plan white high gloss panel door kitchen with curved Island with dusk blue splash back. This modern kitchen design has have a unique characteristic of having the handle built into the door (J-Handle), this not only means that a secondary handle is not required but also gives the handleless kitchen style a very modern look and feel.

The worktops in this stunning kitchen are of Quartz which has been specially designed to withstand the day to day use. It is a non porous material meaning it is pretty much scratch and stain resistant making it extremely hygienic.

This total redevelopment renovation of this fabulous large country home meant the whole house was taken back to the external walls and roof rafters and all suspended floors dug up. All new Interior layout and two large extensions. 2 months of gutting the property before any building works commenced. This part of the house was in fact an old ballroom and one of the new extensions formed a beautiful new entrance hallway with stunning helical staircase. Our own design handmade and painted kitchen with Miele appliances. Painted in a gorgeous soft grey and with a fabulous 3.5 x 1 metre solid wood dovetailed breakfast bar and surround with led lighting. Stunning stone effect porcelain tiles which were for most of the ground floor, all with under floor heating. Skyframe openings on the ground and first floor giving uninterrupted views of the glorious open countryside. Lutron lighting throughout the whole of the property and Crestron Home Automation. A glass firebox fire was built into this room. for clients ease, giving a secondary heat source, but more for visual effect. 4KTV with plastered in the wall speakers, the wall to the right of the TV is only temporary as this will soon be an entrance and view to the large swimming pool extension with sliding Skyframe window system and all glass walkway. Still much more for this amazing project with stunnnig furniture and lighting, but already a beautiful light filled home.

©Radu Palicica
ロンドンにある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、一体型シンク、ピンクのキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング) の写真

La zona pranzo e la cucina sono adiacenti, e sono all'interno dell'open space che contiene l'intera zona giorno. Il lampadario è composto da 19 lampade in borosilicato e sottolinea la posizione del tavolo da pranzo. | foto di Filippo Vinardi |

Custom kitchen cabinets with Fenix (grey) and painted MDF doors (light grey) in Toronto
トロントにあるラグジュアリーな広いモダンスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、グレーのキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、グレーのキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、グレーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

Rénovation complète d'une maison de 200m2
パリにある高級な広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、ベージュキッチンパネル、木材のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、ベージュのキッチンカウンター) の写真

Bespoke handleless kitchen – spraypainted in Platinum (deeper colour) and Ivory (lighter colour) satin finish. Work surfaces – Silestone Vortium 20mm with waterfall gable on sink run. Appliances include twin Siemens ovens and Faber extraction Photography Infinity Media

A beautiful contemporary kitchen design was created by removing the range and microwave and adding a cooktop, under counter oven and hood. The microwave was relocated and an under counter microwave was incorporated into the design. These appliances were moved to balance the design and create a perfect symmetry. Products used were Miralis matte white cabinetry with horizontal bi-fold uppers with automatic opening features. No hardware was used on the cabinetry to maintain the minimalistic design. The island was wrapped with the same cabinetry material finish to keep the clean look. Quartz tops were used and a quartz table top in an accent color adds flavor. Appliances used were Liebherr, Bertazzoni and Bosch

Our client chose platinum blue matt and oak effect cashmere grey doors to help create a bright airy space. Clever storage solutions were key to this design, as we tried to come up with many storage options to help with the family's needs. The long, island is a bold statement within the room, as the two separate islands are connected by a simple, solid wood worktop, making the design unique. The mix-match of colours and materials work really well within the space and really show off the clients personality.