Project inspiration: character.

This article from Livingetc features a project by designer Laura Stephens, who was tasked with creating a kitchen that didn't feel like a kitchen for a recently widowed woman in her 60s. The client wanted to preserve the grandeur of her old family home while keeping the space fun and playful. The kitchen was designed to accommodate at least 12 people and had to cover both relaxing and dining areas. The design includes a styled island with a red marble top, a converted lamp as a focal point, and a tall cabinet resembling an elegant armoire. The color scheme was inspired by an antique tapestry, with cabinets in a lively brown with hints of green and contemporary blue-green tiles and red striped stools. The smaller details, such as the matching splashback panel, were crucial to the success of the project. The client is delighted with the outcome and often shares photos of the space when entertaining her family. [Extracted from the article]