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Altona Meadows Kitchen Renovation: Opening up the space

Altona Meadows Kitchen Renovation: Opening up the space

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Altona Meadows Kitchen Renovation: Opening up the space

U shape kitchen with white hampton style kitchen cabinetry with brass handles, stone benchtops and black appliances against a pink tiled splashback
L shape kitchen in white Hampton style cabinetry with pantry with brass handles
White kitchen in hampton style with brass handles displaying timber round dining table
U shape kitchen displaying hampton style white kitchen cabinetry with brass handles and pink tiled splashback with coffee machine on stone benchtops and black oven and microwave
White colour hampton style kitchen cabinetry overheads with brass knob handles and cream tiled splashback with black cooktop and plant on benchtop
Kitchen displaying white hampton style with brass handles and vase with wattle on benchtop with brass tap and black sink
Corner cupboard in u shape kitchen displaying pots and pans with brass handles and plant and cookbooks styling on stone benchtops
Pull out double kitchen bins in black housed in a white hampton style kitchen with brass handles
Bank of kitchen cabinets in white Hampton Style with brass horizontal handles and stone benchtops
Kitchen drawers pull out displaying cutlery drawer and pot drawer in white kitchen with brass handles

What do you do when your kitchen is closed off from your living spaces in your home?

That was exactly the problem Jessica faced in her Altona Meadows home.

Before kitchen renovation

 

Why this Altona Meadows Kitchen needed a new layout

The original kitchen featured an L shaped layout enclosed by a tall wall that housed the refrigerator.

Positioned between the living room and dining area, the old design interrupted the flow through the home and created a barrier between the front living and the outdoor courtyard.

Although functional, the kitchen felt closed in and didn’t have the open flow Jessica wanted.

Working with Kitchen Shack Maribyrnong Designer Hannah, the solution became clear immediately. During the initial design, it was identified that the tall wall surrounding the refrigerator was non load bearing, so it could be removed without major structural changes.

This design solution would completely transform the feel of the home.

Using the existing footprint was ideal because the kitchen was positioned in the centre of the home.  This is an ideal location for the heart of the living spaces.

Keeping the plumbing and electrical services in the original positions also minimised renovation costs, freeing up renovation budget for cabinetry and finishes.

Kitchen Shack Design Render

Removing the wall instantly opened the home from the front to the back. New stone benchtops now connect the kitchen with the living and flows to the dining areas. Natural light flows freely throughout the spaces to make the home feel brighter and more inviting.

 

The finished renovation

The re-design has now made better use of every space. A previously under utilised section was transformed into a pantry increasing storage. The original tight pantry was repurposed to now house the refrigerator positioned neatly along the wall and no longer a feature.

The final results have completely changed the way Jessica lives in her home now. The kitchen is a welcoming space for everyday living and entertaining. The improved functionality and storage makes life a lot easier.

 

L shape kitchen in white Hampton style cabinetry with pantry with brass handles

 Final Kitchen Renovation

 

The seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living has provided a fresh, modern feel.

This Altona Meadows renovation is an opportunity of experienced design without expensive major structural work. Sometimes, making smarter use of an existing layout is all it takes to create an open feel for modern living.

If you are looking to open up your space, book a free in-store design at your nearest showroom. Kitchen Showrooms open 6 days a week ready to re-design your kitchen or laundry space.

 

 

 

 

 

 

KITCHEN SUMMARY

Location: Altona Meadows, Melbourne, Victoria

Kitchen Design: Kitchen Shack Maribyrnong

Reason for Renovating: Old space dated and felt closed off so wanted an open space that would flow for modern living.

After Kitchen Renovation: Functional, increased flow including additional cabinetry on side wall for large pantry. Now modern with loads of additional storage.

Cabinets Kitchen: Hampton White Satin

Benchtops: Caesarstone Lunar Frost

Handles: Brushed Brass

What you can expect to pay for this Kitchen: $20,000-$23,000