Cabinets: kitchen and bathroom fitout.

Custom made kitchen and bathroom cabinetry and benchtops have now been installed in both 25 and 27 Chapman Place, by Amano Kitchen Designs.

I only change my sub contractors when I have to. Amano Kitchen Designs is run by Nino, who was apprentice to my former cabinet maker Willy Felder of Skandinavian Designs. When Willy retired I followed Nino to his business. I'm sure Nino would have liked me sooner, however I hope he looks forward to my loyalty as Willy did before. Going back further, my father used Skandinavian Designs when it was owned and operated by Rudi Hahn. Willy was one of his employees before he took over the business after Rudi retired, so we're talking a working relationship starting back in the late 1960's. This is how I prefer to operate. I like to establish an understanding and rapport with my subcontractors to ensure high quality workmanship, materials, and maybe even enjoyment of what we do. Fancy that! It also means that if ever there was an issue due to design or failure of material or fittings, other than due to normal wear and tear, or accident, that it is dealt with promptly and without fuss.

Anyway, onto these current projects! Specifications are as follows:

Kitchen.
Cabinetry is Classic White Matt Melamine, with Brushed Aluminium Melamine as kickboards. Benchtops are genuine Ceasar Stone 'Ice Snow' with a waterfall edge, as is the splash back behind the cooktop (ensuring easy cleaning) Where practical, drawers instead of plain cabinets are installed. All drawers are soft close GRASS system units, a quality German made product. There is a pull-out bottle cabinet next to cooktop, and a divided bookshelf above fridge which can also be used for chopping boards and other trays. The kitchens are fitted with complete range of Smeg appliances, including a gas hob and dishwasher. These are not entry level appliances and should ensure many years of trouble free use. There is a twin sink with Grohe kitchen mixer tap. All these features almost doubled the cost of this kitchen above a standard kitchen and hopefully create a enjoyable place to work and live.

Cabinetry of kitchen of Number 25 Chapman Place.

Main bathroom.
Cabinety is Marni Lini Matt Melamine, benchtop is again genuine Ceasar Stone 'Ice Snow', there is a deep lab-style sink and Grohe mixer tap. The vanity is designed to incorporate an under-bench front loader washing machine. The cabinet under the sink is open to the tiled floor, so common moisture problems are avoided. How many laundries have you seen where under the sink is either a rusty steel cabinet, or a chipboard floor swollen with water damage?

If you were ever to extend these houses and include a dedicated laundry (which careful planning has ensured this is easily done at minimal cost) then where the washing machine is could be turned into another cabinet, or would be a great place to put a dirty clothes basket on wheels. Front loading washing machines have many benefits in energy usage and water saving, as well as making your clothes last longer. If you decide to buy one of these houses and don't have a front loader, talk to me. If you really want a top loader then a 'laundry in a cabinet' solution could easily be arranged on the deck. This is the beauty of platform constructed houses! It's easy to install additional plumbing and electrical anywhere beneath the house.

Ensuite bathroom.
Cabinetry is Marni Lini Matt Malamine, again with genuine Ceasar Stone 'Ice Snow' benchtop.
There is a benchtop sink with Grohe mixer tap. Mirrored over-sink cupboard features a LED light strip, and there is a power point inside for charging electric toothbrushes and the like.

Ensuite bathroom of Number 27 Chapman Place.

Detail showing Caesarstone 'Ice Snow' benchtop and 'Marni Lini' matt melamine.

About Grohe mixers.
I only use Grohe mixers, I've used them for many years and so they are installed throughout these houses. These are expensive German made taps, and feature two stage shut off to help reduce the possibility of water hammer. They are smooth and effortless to use, and the chrome finish is long lasting. The back up and warranty is second to none, and are, in my opinion, a joy to use. They ensure many, many years of trouble free use, and are part of my commitment to help ensure the total package of these houses has a low ongoing cost and maintenance in the future. This not only saves the home owner money, but is more environmentally friendly as things do not need to be replaced, and service trades do need to be dealt with.

I really hope the new owners enjoy the usage of these high end products and features that I've incorporated in these houses.