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Where do you want the Fridge?


This is a luxurious space which has been enhanced through the introduction of a “shape shifting" kitchen.  This kitchen is designed to have its functionality neutralised when placed in a standby position, only to be revealed when the sliding panels move across the open shelf unit. 
The use of open shelves in a contrasting colour tilts this design towards contemporary living room furniture and the designer has been careful to add the same contrasting feature into the island adding continuity to the design. 
This is a great example of how good kitchen designers are considering how the kitchen, in an open plan space, can be the backdrop to our home lives.
However, The Mogul wonders about the two American style fridge freezers that are positioned along the left hand wall.  Their presence compromises the overall concept and it could strongly be argued that other options should have been considered!

Comments

  1. Paul Anater16 October 2010 at 23:39

    Ugh. The description "American-style" fills me with shame. And I agree with you, the inclusion of those appliances throws the whole design.

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