RETAILOBSERVER.COM MARCH 2024
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FIRST PLACE / LARGE KITCHEN OVER 300 SQ. FT.
Bahar Zaeem and Shima Radfar
RZ Interiors
Photo: Ryan Fung Photography
Ultra Modern Kitchen — Stemming from the client's
aspiration to a clutter-free environment with abundant storage,
our objectives were centered around attaining a sleek modern
aesthetic while upholding practicality.
A central challenge lay in the asymmetry resulting from
accommodating a bay window within the kitchen layout. Our
solution embraced the asymmetry, ingeniously channeling it into
a distinctively positioned breakfast table. To integrate seamlessly
with the rest of the living space, we strategically established a
focal hood at the heart of the kitchen. This element was
underscored by intricate ceiling details that drew attention
seamlessly upward to harmonize the composition. Despite the
challenge of an 11-foot ceiling, we tenaciously preserved it,
adhering to the design's core.
Our design philosophy celebrated the timeless allure of
enduring interiors. This was embodied by the juxtaposition of
full-height graphite-toned cabinetry alongside white oak base
cabinets – a deliberate contrast that reverberates throughout
the room. The island and cantilevered breakfast table, draped in
porcelain slab, emerged as a captivating focal point. An
ingenious illusion made the breakfast table appear to emerge
from within an island cavity, weaving a narrative of unity
and intrigue.
Innovation stamped our design decisions, evidenced by the
incorporation of discreet metal structures to integrate the
cantilevered breakfast area while ensuring unwavering stability.
An accent cabinetry, strategically positioned behind closed
doors, introduced a dynamic interplay between concealed and
revealed spaces, marrying functionality with aesthetics. Internally,
the presence of drawers and adjustable shelves synchronized
with the family's lifestyle to promote an organized environment.
The cantilevered breakfast table, the guiding ceiling design,
and our meticulous spatial arrangement have become defining
elements of this unique design. The seamless fusion of aesthetics
and functionality culminates in a space that resonates with both
visual allure and practicality.
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