SOFT GEORGIAN
A Neo-Georgian home, reimagined
Designed to complement the architecture of this Neo-Georgian home in Islington, an open-plan kitchen and bar balances understated elegance with exceptional functionality. Natural oak, softly veined stone and a gentle language of curves, taken from the house itself, create a warm, timeless interior shaped around a client with a genuine passion for cooking and entertaining.
The Brief
The client, a keen cook, had a clear vision for both the layout and the cooking area. They wanted generous preparation space and a combination of specialist appliances, with induction, gas and teppan hobs all within easy reach.
The kitchen also needed to house a large integrated French-style fridge-freezer, provide ample storage and include a dedicated bar close to the seating area. Above all, it had to feel considered and architectural, complementing the proportions and character of the house while keeping a natural, refined look.
The palette is deliberately restrained and sits comfortably alongside the home’s timber, plaster and brick. The detailing, though, takes its lead from the architecture. Soft curves run throughout the home, from the sweeping central staircase to the arched openings and the generous arched exterior doors that open from the kitchen to the garden. We wanted the kitchen to feel part of that story, so edges are softened, surfaces invite touch and nothing feels hard or abrupt. The house enjoys beautiful natural light from the rear, so the materials were chosen to respond to it: oak warms as the day moves on, while veined stone softens the brightness. Natural oak cabinetry combines flat and fluted door fronts, set against softly veined natural stone for an elegant contrast and a sense of quiet luxury.
Special Features
Soft by design: the gentle fluting in the oak doors and the double bullnose edge on the worktops are subtle nods to the curves that define the house. Neither is overstated, but together they echo the architectural details and make the kitchen feel inviting to the eye and the hand. Fluting catches the light as it moves through the room, adding rhythm and shadow that shift from morning to evening, while the rounded worktop edge makes the island a place to lean, linger and gather, which is exactly what a social space should encourage.
Finishing touches: pairing flat and fluted oak adds depth and tactile interest without overwhelming the simplicity of the design.
Materials & Finishes
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- Natural Oak Solid - Flod
- Natural Oak Veneer - Quarter Sawn
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