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Designer Sha Wang of Atelier Fēn creates a resort-inspired kitchen with contrasting textures, bold materials and a balance of light and dark.
“The client had a very clear vision from the beginning,” says Sha Wang, founder of Atelier Fēn. “They were really inspired by the Aman Tokyo Hotel, so we tried to create a sense of hospitality.” Wang accomplished a resort-like atmosphere by integrating opposing textures and colours in the space: fluting in the warm, veneered white oak cabinetry, on the custom hood vent and in the ribbed, rich black base of the kitchen island provides contrast with flat-faced lower cabinetry and Mont Blanc slab marble counters. The rounded edge of that island lends softness, as does the marble, which is also used as a statement backsplash behind the stovetop that reaches up to the ceiling. “We really played with dark and light to bring a little bit more complexity into this space,” says Wang. It’s a balance that anchors the kitchen in the client’s original vision: an escape in the comfort of home.
The sculptural, triangular chandelier by Apparatus Studio that hangs above the kitchen island adds visual interest while also providing lighting for kitchen prep.
The homeowners, a family of four, required ample pantry storage but wanted to keep the vibe oh-so-minimal. Wang and her team at Atelier Fēn added full-height pantries (left and right of the oven) with pullout units.
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