English mood: from the 1930s to the present

ISLAND KITCHEN AND TABLE

On the verdant outskirts of London, a 1930s semi-detached house is expanding — all for one purpose: the kitchen!

"WHEN FRIENDS AND FAMILY COME TOGETHER, EVERYONE GATHERS AROUND THE ISLAND, WHICH IS EXACTLY WHAT WE WANTED. IT’S A MULTIFUNCTIONAL SPACE DESIGNED FOR OUR GROWING FAMILY, WITH ROOM FOR ALL OF US," SAYS THE COUPLE WHO OWNS THE HOME.

The small kitchen at the back extends into the garden

The party wall of this semi-detached house has become the long wall of the fully equipped kitchen, featuring a bar area hidden behind recessed doors, spacious handleless linear cabinets, built-in appliances, and the original inset washing area that adds movement to the space. This design leaves ample room for the island, with a dining table built on-site, creating a striking structure that stretches nearly five metres.

DRAG

As per the clients' wishes, the large island is designed to be the social focal point of the room, with a contemporary design and linear aesthetic. It also incorporates the cooking area, allowing the cook to interact with friends and family seated directly at the bar stools facing the island or at the adjacent dining table, which takes up less space than a freestanding model.

D23 – SLAB DOORS

The design of the is part of the overall renovation of the house, a typical 1930s English semi-detached home. The owners wanted to create space for a room where they could dine, entertain, and relax. The environment is bright and warm, with the wall-mounted kitchen area in a light tone contrasting with the wood-effect finish of the island. The former is made from XDoor, an eco-friendly material, while the latter is crafted from Tecnolam, which offers high aesthetic performance at an attractive price. The worktops and backsplash are made from Dekton® Vigil, featuring grey veining with a subtle golden touch.