Island kitchen on Lake Constance: a design that truly shines
The little town of Allensbach on the German shore of Lake Constance offers a splendid vista across a landscape filled with apple trees, rolling hills and meadows, stretching to the Alps on the horizon. "We both feel very much at home in these surroundings," says Melanie.
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Modern kitchen with a direct view of the lake
"The kitchen is the absolute heart of our home," says marketing expert Marco. "We really wanted to make our dream kitchen a reality. So we took a careful look at our everyday routines during the planning stages and then worked with our kitchen planner to come up with the perfect kitchen."
Melanie, who works as a model, likes things to be natural in her private life and yet thinks it's important to introduce contrasts. So the couple's island kitchen is full of stylish statements. The minimalist white fronts radiate a wonderful calm.
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Everything runs like clockwork
It was very important to the passionate chef to have perfect workflows. The layout of the kitchen cabinets is tailored to their everyday routines so that everything is within easy reach. "And we don't get in each other's way when cooking together," says Marco with a wink.
Functional solutions enhance workflows down to the last detail. The large drawer under the worktop in the middle of the island, for instance, provides ample space for kitchen accessories – and they're exactly where they're needed. The work surface between the cooktop and sink has a nice width and depth, so there's plenty of space for chopping up vegetables and rolling out dough.
The trash drawer is directly under the sink and has been equipped with the electrical motion support system. All you have to do is nudge it with your hip, knee or foot and it opens by itself. It closes again softly and effortlessly with integrated soft-close .
"Ideal for a multi-tasker like me," chuckles Marco. "My hands are always wet or full. So this drawer really pays off every day." And Melanie adds: "And if our guests happen to lean against it, it stays closed."
There's even an extra switch for turning off SERVO-DRIVE if you want to, which is ideal for cleaning.
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The slim and clear-cut design of the LEGRABOX drawers (made of stainless steel with anti-fingerprint coating) and the AMBIA-LINE organization system contributes to the fine synergy of aesthetics and functionality.
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"I can't complain about not having enough storage space either," adds Marco with a grin. "When we planned the kitchen, we worked out exactly where everything should be kept. For example, we put the spice drawer right next to the cooktop."
There's just one question that remains to be answered…
Did either of them have to lower their expectations? "No, no," says the couple reassuringly. All their ideas and wishes are fully implemented in their new kitchen. "Melanie's sense of aesthetics and my affinity for functionality do not exclude each other. On the contrary, our needs complement one another to create a perfect kitchen," says Marco. "We're simply an unbeatable team!" confirms Melanie.
Highlights at a glance
The island kitchen was designed with smooth workflows in mind.
Plenty of storage space is included for tableware, herbs, spices and food.
Thanks to SERVO-DRIVE, the handleless fronts open effortlessly with just a touch.
Organization systems such as AMBIA-LINE keep everything neat and tidy inside the drawers.
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