Houses: Kitchens + Bathrooms, June 2020

Houses: Kitchens + Bathrooms, June 2020

Houses: Kitchens + Bathrooms

Presenting the best contemporary kitchen and bathroom designs and products.

Preview

Houses: Kitchens + Bathrooms 15. Cover project – Sandy Point House by Kennedy Nolan.
Preview | Gemma Savio | 2 Jun 2020

Houses: Kitchens + Bathrooms 15 preview

Introduction to Houses: Kitchens + Bathrooms 15.

Projects

Pompei by Carterwilliamson.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 7 May 2021

Design full circle: Pompei

Reflecting the grandeur of the Victorian era, this reimagined terrace house is a fitting “exposition of colour, ornamentation and detail.”

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The staircase treads and banister have been filled in to accentuate the sculptural form.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 5 Mar 2021

Penthouse M by CJH Studio

From 1980s glam to calm minimalism, this Gold Coast apartment has been transformed into an understated home that suits its young family’s lifestyle.

Sandy Point House by Kennedy Nolan.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 23 Apr 2021

A laid-back state of mind: Sandy Point House

Embedded in a landscape of sand dunes and scrubland, the kitchen and bathing spaces of this coastal Victorian home offer refuge and respite to a family during their much-loved beachside vacations.

Fine perforated steel fixed to the kitchen's black joinery references the construction of the original building.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 14 May 2021

Dark and stormy: Three Stories North

Embracing the character of its 1890s shell, this family home features an unusual combination of materials that is at once dark, moody and surprisingly warm.

A monochromatic backdrop in the kitchen enlivens the dramatic granite island bench.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 4 Jun 2021

A reflective re-invention

A bold extension to a Hobart cottage exploits landscape and reflection to amplify the sense of space and light, and to place the home within its historic context.

Pink speckles in terrazzo benchtops are reflected in pale pink upholstery as part of a light, tactile materials palette.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 2 Jul 2021

Blushing for Bondi: Francis Apartment

Joinery and materials are an opportunity for expression in this Bondi apartment, inspired by the area’s Art Deco architecture and laid-back beach vibe.

The family can retreat from the sun into the undercroft, or move out towards the pool to enjoy the sun in its golden hour.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 16 Jul 2021

All round entertainer: Wooloowin House

Brought to ground via the introduction of a robust kitchen and living space, this reimagined Queenslander is ideal for entertaining.

Peppertree Villa by Luigi Rosselli Architects and Alwill Interiors.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 23 Jul 2021

Mediterranean classicism: Peppertree Villa

With luxurious, tactile materials, this transformation of Sydney’s Peppertree Villa harks back to its 1920s origins and the elegance of Mediterranean classicism.

Hues of burgundy and amber are woven throughout the apartment interior, including in the joinery and stone.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 30 Jul 2021

Modernist manoeuvres: Longwood

The subtle kitchen and bathroom updates in this 1960s apartment have created a rich interior that combines decadent materials with sparkling harbour views.

Green enamel cabinetry is dark and rich in contrast to the white tile splashback in the spacious, comfortable kitchen.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 6 Aug 2021

Beachside bold

Inspired by the sensory experience of coastal surrounds, this home is resplendent in its vivid use of colour and natural light.

Behind a wall of American oak cabinetry is a four-metre benchtop and bar used for large gatherings.
Projects | Rebecca Gross | 13 Aug 2021

Dynamic and ever changing: Light House

Designed for the owner of a Melbourne lighting studio, this addition to a Victorian worker’s cottage offers kitchen and bathroom spaces filled with ever-changing light.