Kitchens by Holloways

Olantigh House

Sage cabinets with brass shelving flanking the grey marble island, Olantigh

We designed this kitchen for a property in Kent, featuring our on-frame Heritage Range of cabinets.
The tall kitchen cabinets finished in Farrow & Ball Green Smoke with a brushed and waxed brass trim detailing are perfectly complimented by the fluted oak base cabinets and stunning Bianco Eclypsia worktops.

Between the two sets of tall units, where you would typically expect to find wall units, we designed and crafted a bespoke open shelving unit to display personal items such as vases and photo, creating a gallery-like feel in the kitchen. The shelving is made from a subtle, delicate satin brass rod structure matching the brass trim which helps maintain a light, open aesthetic. We opted for glazed herringbone tiles behind the shelves, to add an additional layer of texture and interest while keeping the overall sense of lightness.

The interaction between the kitchen design and the architecture was a crucial part of the brief and required careful consideration. We drew inspiration from the symmetry found throughout the space—particularly in the ceiling, entrance doors, columns and rear glazing. The scale and proportions of the cabinets were also important considerations. We aimed to complement, rather than detract from, the detailing around the entrance doors, ensuring that the kitchen didn’t overpower the space.

Fluted oak tambour beside brass-edged sage doors
Marble waterfall end below the arched doorway's stained glass
Leather-topped stools along the marble island in the columned hall
Fluted oak base run with Belfast sink under herringbone tiles
Larder open to reveal microwave shelf and spice drawers
Marble monolith island before the colonnade and window seat
Ornate plasterwork dome above the ring chandelier and kitchen below
Long galley view past the range towards the fireplace sitting area
Marble island stretching under the carved cornice and columns
Fluted drawers and butler sink facing the marble return
Halo chandelier over the island in the double-height listed room
Marble bar and sofas looking to the raised dining dais between columns
Full-height picture window framing the dining table and walled garden
Dining platform between Corinthian columns at the garden window
Cream sofas and wicker baskets around the island's marble face
Twin white sofas by the fireplace, island and black range beyond
Sitting area on the lower floor before the stepped kitchen
Waterfall island and stools under the minstrel balcony
Zebra artwork over the fireplace between arched doors
Honed marble worktop grain against fluted oak drawers