We through a cross-section of standout kitchens from around the globe.
Where curves go, a sense of calm usually follows. This is certainly the case in the kitchen, where designers explore curves through different materials or kitchen elements such as the central island or cabinetry. We step inside seven kitchens that play with fluid shapes and soft edges to achieve a unique design resolution.
Dirand Residence by Joseph Dirand
In the most recent issue of , we stepped inside French architect own . The revered architect stumbled across the vanilla-and-charcoal-coloured five years before designing his kitchen, storing it away for just the right opportunity. The polished bullnose edges on the benchtop and detailing beneath reaffirm the beauty and solidity of the material.
Twin Peaks by Workstead
by presents a design narrative aligned with its location: The Hudson Valley in New York. The new pavilion extension onto the 1860s home references the rounded forms found in old Eastlake homes, as seen in the kitchen. A two-toned palette of timber and granite accentuates the curves, where the timber veneer appears to wrap around the kitchen’s edges, highlighted by the cylindrical timber joinery handles.
Ridgeway by Ha Architecture
First appearing in our covet, the Ridgeway kitchen by Ha Architecture is a striking display of colour and form. The central island embraces an elongated curvaceous form, intuitive to the flow of movement in the space. Juxtaposed by a stone benchtop, the all-black cladding accentuates the island’s distinct shape.
Alexander House by Alexander & CO.
is the permanent home of Sydney-based interior design studio The studio commissioned to craft a curved-edge kitchen island from pink concrete, referencing European forms and materials. Weighing 500kg, this custom masterpiece had to be craned into the kitchen.
Old Oaks by Carole Whiting Studio
Japanese tiles and moon-coloured marble form a striking kitchen island in designed by . The designer’s signature muted textural palette accentuates the sculptural form.
Residence H by Nina Maya Interiors
features a warm and tonal kitchen palette that allows craftsmanship to shine. The Travertine island is moulded into a series of curved shapes while accents of gold and brass add to the space’s bespoke opulence.
St Vincent’s Place by B.E. Architecture
The stainless steel island in kitchen reflects the shape of a barrelled wave. The curved island is a testament to how B.E Architecture brought the project to life through a unique collaboration of consultants, artists and design professionals.
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