Words: Matt Baker // Photography: Jeremy Banks

The client’s brief was clear: they wanted more than just a kitchen. It needed to be a warm, welcoming hub with dedicated zones for different activities. The result is a beautifully crafted, multifunctional space that manages to be both elegant and eminently practical.

“The client was very specific on the look,” says Lenane. “It had to be a true in-frame style, with bespoke areas to cope with structural challenges. They wanted a classic timeless look, with design elements such as the illuminated top box glass units.”

The layout uses Audus’s own in-frame cabinetry in a crisp white and a deep green, striking a balance between airy and grounded. White wall units open up the space, while the green base cabinetry adds personality and warmth.

Appliances from Miele, Blanco, Bora and Quooker, along with a dedicated larder area, ensure the kitchen performs as beautifully as it looks.

Calacatta Gold Silestone worktops from Algarve Granite add brightness and cohesion, while gold accents and warm lighting throughout provide a subtle dash of luxury.

One of the project’s trickiest moments came at ceiling level. “The biggest issue was getting the units and cornice to fit seamlessly to the ceiling,” says Lenane. “Obviously, the ceiling was not flat, so lots of decoration was done to get it right, by our specialist painter.”

It’s that attention to detail – and willingness to tackle structural quirks – that elevates this kitchen from a functional space to a truly thoughtful family hub.

The finer details…

• Client – Professional in IT and finance
• Overall Project Cost – £60,000 approx
• Designer – Shaun Lenane
• Cabinetry – Bespoke Audus Kitchens in-frame in the shaker style
• Worktops – Silestone Calacatta Gold countertops in white and gold
• Sinks – Blanco
• Tap – Quooker
• Appliances – Miele ovens, Bora hob, Caple wine fridge, and Fisher & Paykel fridge-freezer