Inspiration för stora industriella matplatser, med bruna väggar och grått golv

Inspiration för eklektiska matplatser, med beige väggar, mellanmörkt trägolv och brunt golv

Garden extension with high ceiling heights as part of the whole house refurbishment project. Extensions and a full refurbishment to a semi-detached house in East London.

Vue banquette sur mesure en béton ciré. Projet La Cabane du Lac, Lacanau, par Studio Pépites. Photographies Lionel Moreau.
Inspiration för en medelhavsstil matplats, med betonggolv och vitt golv

Inredning av en klassisk matplats, med röda väggar, mörkt trägolv och brunt golv

In the historic city of St Albans lies our signature Lay-On Shaker style, offering a refined, elegant profile throughout the home. We had the pleasure of collaborating with interior designer Briony from Reyne Design, whose artistic flair and eye for detail brought an added layer of creativity to this multi-room project. The approach to colour, texture and flow of the rooms complements our craftsmanship, resulting in many spaces feeling both elevated and effortlessly cohesive. The design process was a true collaboration, with ideas flowing seamlessly between Briony, our team, and the client, each bringing their own vision and insight to create a truly bespoke result. For the kitchen, the main event, we worked with a U-shaped configuration, although the worktops are designed in an L-shape, the cabinetry is built around the walls for an uninterrupted flow and to bring the U-shaped layout. At the centre is a generous island with a social spot and plenty of prep space. The whole project was designed to add colour to the property, and the help of Plimsoll by Paint & Paper Library (a deep uncut blue) and Brinjal by Farrow & Ball (a sophisticated aubergine) were just the right contrast and drama for the kitchen. Placed under the window is the sink area, a sleek modern statement in its own right, combining practicality with bold design. The pairing of the Caple Black Steel sink and the Quooker Flex tap in Matt Black delivers an effortless style with high functionality. Amongst the cabinetry, there is plenty of our walnut signature construction, enhanced by thoughtful organisation details such as cutlery inserts, spice racks and integrated butler trays. Other details include solid oak chopping boards and a towel rail, stained in chocolate to elevate everyday functionality. One of the standout storage features is the walk-in pantry, discreetly set within the run of floor-to-ceiling cabinetry that bends elegantly around the corners, and the pantry larder is the kind of smart storage you never knew you needed, but now couldn’t imagine living without. Every detail is considered from the bank of appliances to the custom-finished extractor housing in Liquid Metal Weather Worn Bronze. This adds another touch of luxury, like the Santorini Quartz and Corston Milliner bronze hardware. From the hidden chilled drinks fridge to the exposed wine cooler, the kitchen island has it all, effortlessly blending a new level of convenience to modern kitchen living. The Dining Space The dining area seamlessly connects to the kitchen within the open-plan layout, creating a cohesive and inviting space for both everyday living and relaxed entertaining. This focal point of a bespoke bench-style banquette is carefully hand-built to offer generous seating and smart storage, accommodating a few more guests. Finished in the same Plimsoll shade by Paint & Paper Library as the main kitchen cabinetry, the banquette ties in effortlessly with the overall palette, enhancing the sense of flow throughout the space. For added comfort and visual interest, the seating is topped with a striped, padded cushion, bringing a soft, tailored touch to the area. Hidden beneath are push-to-open drawers, offering discreet and practical storage, ideal for stowing away linen, tablecloths, board games, and so much more. A solid planked oak table completes the dining zone, stained in a rich chocolate finish to echo the timber accents throughout the kitchen. It’s supported by industrial-style black metal butterfly legs, adding a contemporary edge that contrasts beautifully with the softness of the seating. This warm, welcoming dining space becomes an integral part of this thoughtfully designed home.

The before and after images show the transformation of our extension project in Maida Vale, West London. The family home was redesigned with a rear extension to create a new kitchen and dining area. Light floods in through the skylight and sliding glass doors by @maxlightltd by which open out onto the garden. The bespoke banquette seating with a soft grey fabric offers plenty of room for the family and provides useful storage.

Open plan kitchen with dining area
Inspiration för en funkis matplats, med beige väggar, ljust trägolv och beiget golv

This renovation and extension transforms a mid-19th-century Schoolmaster’s House, originally designed by Gothic Revival architect William Butterfield. Built in the 1850s as part of Archdeacon John Sandford’s educational initiative, the building showcases Butterfield’s hallmark use of polychrome brickwork and crafted detail. Research supported by the Alvechurch Historical Society, The Bromsgrove Society, and the Hive Archives – together with the discovery of original drawings – revealed the building’s original fabric and informed our design strategy. The scheme balances historic sensitivity with contemporary living. Unsympathetic late-20th-century alterations were removed to restore clarity, while new interventions create light, proportion, and connection to the garden. The extension draws inspiration from Butterfield’s brick patterns, its distinct yet referential form enhanced by a frameless corner window. At the centre of the design, the former courtyard becomes the heart of the home. Original brickwork and an arched door are revealed, their patina preserved, with natural stone flooring referencing the historic surface. Elsewhere, a historic entrance has been reinstated, and a brick arch within the chimney exposed, now closed with weathered copper. High-performance insulation and triple glazing improve comfort and energy efficiency. The result is both restoration and reinvention – a respectful dialogue between past and present, creating a home rooted in history and ready for the future.

► Reforma Integral de Vivienda en Barrio de Gracia. ✓ Apeos y Refuerzos estructurales. ✓ Recuperación de "Voltas Catalanas". ✓ Fabricación de muebles de cocina a medida. ✓ Decapado de vigas de madera. ✓ Recuperación de pared de Ladrillo Visto. ✓ Restauración de pavimento hidráulico. ✓ Acondicionamiento de aire por conductos ocultos.

A spacious open-plan kitchen with navy cabinetry and white countertops, blending classic and contemporary elements. Large industrial-style glass doors lead to a beautifully landscaped garden, while exposed brick walls and wood floors add warmth and texture to the interior. Industrial-style steel-frame doors open onto a lush garden, with terraced landscaping framed by brick retaining walls. The combination of clean lines and natural textures creates a serene and welcoming outdoor connection.

With a generous amount of natural light flooding this open plan kitchen diner and exposed brick creating an indoor outdoor feel, this open-plan dining space works well with the kitchen space, that we installed according to the brief and specification of Architect - Michel Schranz. We installed a polished concrete worktop with an under mounted sink and recessed drain as well as a sunken gas hob, creating a sleek finish to this contemporary kitchen. Stainless steel cabinetry complements the worktop. We fitted a bespoke shelf (solid oak) with an overall length of over 5 meters, providing warmth to the space. Photo credit: David Giles

Industriell inredning av en matplats, med röda väggar, mellanmörkt trägolv och brunt golv

Foto på ett funkis kök med matplats, med vita väggar, ljust trägolv och beiget golv

This striking modern kitchen combines bold textures and layered finishes to create a space that’s both contemporary and infused with vintage charm. Brick detailing adds warmth, while black-and-white geometric tiles bring a retro twist. Sleek black Technomat cabinetry is paired with black Tempal Caesarstone worktops, and glass-fronted cabinets introduce contrast and lightness, complementing the 1950s-inspired bar area.

der 3,80 Meter lange Tisch bietet Platz für die ganze Familie
Foto på en mycket stor funkis matplats med öppen planlösning, med mellanmörkt trägolv

Industriell inredning av en mycket stor matplats med öppen planlösning, med vita väggar och brunt golv

Industriell inredning av en matplats

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