Wealden Times | WT184 | June 2017 | Kitchen & Bathroom supplement inside

Meet the
Makers
We go behind the scenes to find out what inspires a
bespoke kitchen design
The Maker: Charlie Kingham
What was the brief?
The brief for this turn-of-the-century Edwardian house
by the park in west London, was similar to many we get
these days from families seeking to create a living space
that sits comfortably with today’s busy lifestyle, meaning
it must have more functionality than just being a kitchen.
We worked round this by incorporating a large island
which was also a breakfast bar, a bespoke larder and a fun,
yet convenient, ladder to access the high cabinetry.
What was it made from/finished in?
The hand-painted shaker style kitchen was given a contemporary
theme with a traditional foundation. The cabinetry is all bespoke
and made in frame with oak finish internals. The worktop
chosen was Honed Bianco Eclipse Quartzite with a pencil edge.
What appliances did it incorporate?
The appliances used were all Miele. This included a fridge,
freezer, dishwasher, extractor and microwave, all of which
were integrated into the cabinetry to create an uninterrupted,
clean cut look and to utilise all of the space available.
The Lacanche Cluny classic range in ivory is a
statement piece which complements the simple
cabinetry style with its brushed stainless steel trim.
Were there any special requirements for the client?
The clients required a lot of storage space for their growing
clan. So up we went, the only problem there was how
to reach! We added rolling ladders to give access to these
higher cabinets and created matching bar stools in a
beautiful vintage oak patina to complete the look.
How much would a kitchen like that cost?
£19,000
Charlie Kingham 020 7935 2255 charliekingham.co.uk