Kitchen Design Think Tank

This design is refined and balanced showcasing a considered amount of asymmetrical styling and including the now mandatory open shelf space to allow it to be considered commercially on trend! But no matter how beautiful or socially aspirational this kitchen appears to be it would still provoke some negative reactions every time the cook realised they had forgotten something from the consumables zone! Sometimes it is important to remember that humans are not as efficient as they think they are; that is why creating a functional methodology for each and every kitchen design is essential.   Allowing the kitchen itself to interrupt workflow patterns and functional efficiency can weaken the strength of a design and it can only be left to personal judgement to ascertain if the aesthetics are powerful enough to forgive this potential functional weakness!

There is just something about using polished stainless steel and glass that can allow a simple design to become more than just simple.   The smooth reflective surfaces are vulnerable to human touch, in danger of becoming contaminated and spoiled by a clammy handprint.   And let’s face it if you own this Argento Vivo kitchen from GeD Cucine you are bound to get a little hot under the collar! The centre island totally steals the show flaunting a gaunt, silky functionality that can only be compared to an anorexic catwalk model swaggering down the runway!   The island appears narrower than expected in order to allow for duel sided functionality and this aspect emphasises the elongated appearance of the design.   The eye is finally drawn to the illuminated, acid etched glass table that glows like an inviting social beacon for family and friends.   Without the island this design is ordinary....with the island it is absolutely exceptional!