Hand-painted solid oak furniture with poplar and MDF doors has been fitted with iron handles and hinges to emphasise the Arts and Crafts feel in this kitchen extension.
Cooking area
A three-oven Aga has an integrated module to provide more cooking options. Black honed granite around the range cooker and chunky oak worksurfaces elsewhere create a traditional kitchen look.
Range cooker
Aga
Island
Central to the scheme is a large painted island unit that provides plenty of storage and workspace. The unit includes an open shelf at one end and recessed lighting around the base. Porcelain tiles were chosen as a low-maintenance flooring option.
Island paint
Olive by Farrow & Ball
Flooring
Ceramic Astor Sweetland Ivory tiles from City Ceramics
Island sink
An unusual square copper sink is integrated into the island unit. Its heavy-duty design is perfect for a rustic or industrial-style kitchen.
Sink
Brass & Traditional Sinks
Tap
Picardie tap by Perrin & Rowe
Prep area
A slab of honed granite is an ideal place to roll pastry and prepare food.
Similar granite
Second Nature
Island storage
Island cupboards are used for storing crockery and baking equipment, as well as cutlery and utensils.
Paint
Fawn by Farrow & Ball
Main sink area
A traditional tap partners a double-bowl ceramic butler sink that is big enough to soak large Aga pans.
Sink
Shaws of Darwen
Tap
Provence tap by Perrin & Rowe
Dishwasher
A semi-integrated dishwasher has been incorporated into the design. It has 12 place settings and a noise level of just 46dB.
Dishwasher
Miele
Home office
A desk area with shelves made from solid oak continues the kitchen's rustic country style. Plenty of storage is a must in a family kitchen to ensure clutter is kept under control, and this scheme benefits from open shelving and drawers.
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