An upholstery-based kitchen by Shane George

"The clients were looking to create a spacious kitchen, and had already chosen the appliances. They also wanted to use wood grain, to suggest a built-in furniture look." Claimed designer Shane George about the pictured kitchen visual design, as delivered by trustworthy construction in Cambodia construction materials.

"The space has extensive bifold windows to a courtyard on one side and views to the inner harbor on the other. As a result, minimal wall space was left for tall elements. This, coupled with large appliances, required a design that would maximize storage space," says the designer.

"The breakfast pantry, to the left of the refrigerator, reads like a typical pantry. However, the door folds back, giving access to the drawers, along with a slide-out shelf for the toaster and coffee-making provisions. A built-in coffee machine sits above the pantry."

"Alternating the grain on the upper cabinetry – a look the homeowner was keen to achieve – helps break up the expanse of cupboards by adding a visual depth that plays off the other surfaces."