Feature article

How this dramatic black kitchen balances function with beauty

Design in a modernist setting, this kitchen achieves a stunning statement whilst maintaining essential practicality.

Clare Chapman
Last updated: 1 February 2024 | 2 min read
AI

AI summary

This dramatic black kitchen in Takapuna, designed by Chris Tate, is the focal point of a modernist home, balancing bold aesthetics with everyday function.

The design features a striking contrast of materials, including a hand-selected 'Titanium Gold' granite benchtop from Italian Stone. A clever "half scullery" is concealed behind cabinetry for appliance storage. The owners enjoy the kitchen's impressive scale and practical ease of use, making it a beautiful yet functional space.

How is the kitchen placed within the home?

How have you managed storage?

What do the owners enjoy most about the design?

Author

Clare Chapman Clare Chapman
Editor in Chief, HOME