Designed for a couple in their 70s, this modern Melbourne home reflects a harmonious balance between functionality and elegance, capturing the couple’s desire for a space that is practical for daily living — yet sophisticated enough for entertaining.
Produced in partnership with Sub-Zero and Wolf.
“Our goal was to create a kitchen with a sense of tranquility, and a connectedness with the interior and exterior to foster an effortless movement and efficient workflow,” principal architect Adrian Amore reflects.
Engaging with Melbourne-based practice Adrian Amore Architects, Amore and his team approached the design with a focus on fostering a connection between interior and exterior spaces, encouraging effortless movement and an efficient workflow. “The kitchen needed to incorporate the latest technology while having a warm, timeless appeal,” Amore says. “It was important that all the appliances were user-friendly, especially for ‘non-tech-minded’ people, functioning with the highest level of precision.”
Flexibility is at the heart of the kitchen’s design, enabling it to adapt to different uses. For everyday living, the space caters to the couple’s needs with ergonomic considerations within a contemporary aesthetic. When entertaining, the inclusion of a butler’s pantry with dual entry and exit points allows the space to expand, either integrating into or closing off from the main kitchen zone as needed. With an emphasis on functionality, practicality, and advanced technology, the design resolution of this kitchen achieves a balance of efficiency and comfort.
The Sub-Zero Designer Series Refrigerator and Freezer integrate effortlessly into the dark timber cabinetry, offering an understated finish and unparalleled food-saving technology, with internal space thoughtfully tailored to meet the homeowners’ needs. The Wolf M-Series Contemporary Single Oven and 5-Burner Contemporary Induction Cooktop delivers precision performance and a modern design that unites the monochrome palette.
The induction cooktop, recessed into the stone bench for a streamlined appearance, features intuitive touch controls, while the oven’s minimalist design aligns with the kitchen’s elegant palette. Hawthorn East kitchen serves as a compelling case study in adaptive design, seamlessly uniting innovation, cutting-edge technology, and enduring materiality to craft a versatile and serene space that transitions effortlessly from daily living to hosting special occasions.
