Designed for a young family, In Tandem Kitchen is a sophisticated yet highly practical space that seamlessly blends everyday functionality with refined contemporary living. Created as part of a wider interior design project, the kitchen was envisioned as the heart of the home, supporting family life, entertaining, and daily rituals while reflecting the clients’ appreciation for organisation, order, and thoughtful design.
At the centre of the layout is a generous island that brings together food preparation, cleaning, casual dining, and connection. Surrounding this hub are a series of carefully planned zones, including dedicated coffee and beverage areas, a nearby playroom, and a substantial scullery that acts as an extension of the main kitchen. Designed to conceal the realities of busy family life, the scullery provides extensive storage and preparation space, allowing appliances, food supplies, and day-to-day activity to remain discreetly hidden while maintaining effortless accessibility.
A wrapping bar area integrates a full-height wine fridge and serving station, offering a refined setting for entertaining. Soft white cabinetry creates a crisp, hotel-inspired backdrop, complemented by warm timber veneer and striking quartzite. Gentle curves soften the composition and improve circulation, balancing the strong architectural forms of the joinery.
Durability was equally important, with textured joinery finishes and robust Dekton surfaces selected to withstand family living. The result is a beautifully resolved kitchen that balances elegance, practicality, and timeless appeal, supporting both everyday family life and memorable gatherings.
Jared Yeoward
Specifications
Cabinetry Exteriors: NZ Panels Prime American Oak Veneer Crown Cut with custom stain, Laminex Melteca in Malibu Naturale. Cabinetry Interiors: Laminex Trade Essentials in White Satin. Benchtop and Splashback: Cosentino Dekton in Helena Stonika. Sinks: Archant Robiq in Stainless Steel. Tapware: Zenith HydroTap Celsius Plus All-In-One Pull-Out. Appliances: Fisher & Paykel Integrated Wine Cabinet and Integrated Single DishDrawer. Miele Integrated Fridge Freezer, Warming Drawer, Pyrolytic Oven, Pro Combi Steam Oven, Induction Cooktop, and AutoDos Integrated Dishwasher. Hardware: Blum MERIVOBOX Drawer System in Silk White, CLIP top BLUMOTION Hinges, TIP-ON Opening System, SPACE TOWER with LEGRABOX Drawers in Silk White, and AMBIA-LINE Wide Frames, Cutlery Inserts, Bottle Sets and Spice Inserts. Hafele Salice Air Hinges in Titainium. Lighting: Hafele LED Vertical and Horizontal Light Strips in Warm White and Loox Recessed LED Extrusions and Diffusers. Accessories: Hideaway Concelo Bin Systems. FIT Pull-Out Tea Towel Rails. Hafele Vibo Fly Box Corner Unit and Salsa Pro Spice Insert in Anthracite. Blum Non-Slip Matting.
Specifications
Cabinetry Exteriors: NZ Panels Prime American Oak Veneer Crown Cut with custom stain, Laminex Melteca in Malibu Naturale. Cabinetry Interiors: Laminex Trade Essentials in White Satin. Benchtop and Splashback: Cosentino Dekton in Helena Stonika. Sinks: Archant Robiq in Stainless Steel. Tapware: Zenith HydroTap Celsius Plus All-In-One Pull-Out. Appliances: Fisher & Paykel Integrated Wine Cabinet and Integrated Single DishDrawer. Miele Integrated Fridge Freezer, Warming Drawer, Pyrolytic Oven, Pro Combi Steam Oven, Induction Cooktop, and AutoDos Integrated Dishwasher. Hardware: Blum MERIVOBOX Drawer System in Silk White, CLIP top BLUMOTION Hinges, TIP-ON Opening System, SPACE TOWER with LEGRABOX Drawers in Silk White, and AMBIA-LINE Wide Frames, Cutlery Inserts, Bottle Sets and Spice Inserts. Hafele Salice Air Hinges in Titainium. Lighting: Hafele LED Vertical and Horizontal Light Strips in Warm White and Loox Recessed LED Extrusions and Diffusers. Accessories: Hideaway Concelo Bin Systems. FIT Pull-Out Tea Towel Rails. Hafele Vibo Fly Box Corner Unit and Salsa Pro Spice Insert in Anthracite. Blum Non-Slip Matting.
