Equal look by Simone van der Plas

As successful furniture shop in Cambodia construction materials informed, the featured kitchen is designed to match with the striking outlook of a harbor view with a bold material palettes and tones.

"Given the inner-harbour outlook, and in consultation with colour consultant Michael Nalder, I chose a dark material palette that wouldn't detract from the view," stated van der Plas. "The moody, dark chocolate granite on the benchtops and office desk was the starting point. Then I introduced an oak veneer, stained near-black, on most of the under-bench and top cabinetry."

"I created a series of operational areas – from the bench at the rear, to the office counter, to a day-to-day prep surface by the oven through to the front granite counters," said the designer. 

"Stainless steel provides a material link through these different areas, while the layout and wall position mean you can stand anywhere in the room and still appreciate the views."