Architectural Intent: Defining the Heart of the Victorian Mansion
Designing a kitchen is an exercise in balance—between the utilitarian and the aesthetic, the public and the private. In the Victorian mansion, the kitchen is more than a room; it is a landscape of daily rituals.
The Geometry of Space
Rather than simply placing furniture, I am currently exploring the spatial dialogue of the ground floor. I’ve introduced a dividing wall to separate the culinary workspace from the more intimate bath area. This wall remains unanchored for now, allowing me to observe how the light interacts with the layout. In design, the "missing" pieces are often as important as the ones present; by keeping the structure fluid, I can ensure the room breathes before it is permanently set.
A Study in Textures
The kitchen’s character is already emerging through its surfaces:
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The Foundation: The floor, with its aged, darkened wood tones, provides a heavy, grounded contrast to the light filtering through the windows.
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The Vertical Plane: The intricate wallpaper acts as a muted backdrop, offering a sense of history without overwhelming the eye.
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The Threshold: The open doorway suggests a world beyond the frame, inviting the viewer to imagine the movement between the kitchen and the rest of the estate.
The Evolution of a Room
This stage of the process is about listening to the house. It is the quiet period of trial and error where the "chateau feel" is either won or lost. I am looking for the perfect alignment—where the stove, the sink, and the hearth find their natural rhythm.
