THE KITCHEN
To open up the kitchen, Tracy removed a
small peninsula. “Try not to block the view
with counters and use glossy finishes to reflect
the light.” Waist-high cabinets on two sides
maintain the light, open effect and the new
island was placed in the centre so that there’s plenty of space on
either side. To offset all the white, she whitewashed the brick
splashback and painted the rest of the walls in Conclusion
from Midas.
“If installing pendant lights over the work surface, make
sure the shades don’t block the line of sight. I chose glass ones
from Weylandts. And consider light furniture such as these
three-legged bar stools from La Grange Interiors,” she says.
“The wood adds warmth, but the design keeps the space open.”
DINING AREA
“Define the dining area with a central light fitting, but not
one that dominates,” says Tracy, who chose a chandelier from
Weylandts, which forms an interesting contrast to the modern
table from Pierre Cronje. “The contemporary oak chairs, also
from Pierre Cronje, help to emphasise the light, fresh look.”
BEFOREBEFORE