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The Art of Transformation
A Kitchen, Reimagined.
European character without starting again. Discover how with antiques, a few tweaks and an open mind can and considered details can transform an everyday kitchen to a cucina with layers, feeling and personality.
Before
The Brief - Create a style concept for my Kitchen with no change to structure, or flooring or cabinetry.
Willing to give up modern finishes!
“I want what you cant by from a catalogue with a mix of old and new”.
This kitchen has great bones, and fundamentally an easy space to give a little ‘Euro charm’ to.
We looked at how to make relatively easy changes.
Using large scale furniture and elements that provided texture, colour, varying scale, purpose and a level of design that would be unique to them and their home.
Major changes were minimal, with maximium impact!
After (concept render)
Key Changes - low effort but high impact
Venetian-Plaster Rangehood Detail - Subtle architectural refinement.
Unlacquered Brass Tapware - natural brass
Off-White Handmade-Style Tiles for splashback lighness, contrast to natural materials
The Antique layers
Take the eye off recessed ceiling lights and down to mid line with French antique lanterns.
Created a working space with character, detail & history.
Add copper, ceramics, greenery and draped fabric for mixed materials and unexpected purposes!
The result? An inimitable look European cucina ready to cook in!
Shop the look
19th Century Italian Pine Console
The anchor piece. Replaces the conventional kitchen table with a generous, character-filled work surface. Its architectural proportions introduce Italian heritage, Practical, beautiful and versatile.
19th Century Italian Pine Console$8,100.00View product
Copper pot holding rolling pins
Get creative! Copper is not just for ccoking, pile it with herbs, rolling pins, hang it, load it with citrus - enjoy.
Antique Copper Pot with Iron Swing Handle$410.00View product
Antique French copper fish poacher Poissonniere
Use for herbs, utensils or floral Warmth, patina and reflection. Brass contrast works in perfectly.
Antique French copper fish poacher "Poissonnière”$395.00View product
Antique Wooden Dough Bowl
A simple, generous vessel that celebrates traditional European kitchens. Organic form and aged timber add texture, warmth and a sense of everyday ritual. Coming soon from France. Sign up for arrival news.
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French Lantern Light
Special procurement from France. POA. Express interest: info@foundersofrome.co.nz. Email subject: French Lantern Light.
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French Lantern Light
Special procurement from France. POA. Express interest: info@foundersofrome.co.nz. Email subject: French Lantern Light.
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Classic French Confit pots & Jars
Earthy glazes and irregular forms bring colour, patina and Provençal heritage. Used for herbs, flowers or simply as sculptural objects.
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Venetian-Plaster Rangehood Detail
A softly textured, off-white finish refines the existing rangehood, introducing depth, organic texture and subtle architectural character. Explore details like this as part of our styling consultation.
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Relaxed Roman Blind
A very relaxed Roman blind in a natural linen sheer, with tone-on-tone tassel ends. Soft movement, romantic but polished. Style suggestion.
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Unlacquered Brass Rail & Vintage Copper
A classic cucina-inspired detail, bringing warmth, interest and purpose to the kitchen. An unlacquered brass rail paired with vintage copper creates a softly patinated glow. Explore details like this as part of our styling consultation.
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Off-White Handmade-Style Tiles
The shine and irregularity creates interest, dimension and a calm backdrop that allows the timber, copper and brass to shine. Style suggestion.
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Unlacquered Brass Tapware
Natural brass that develops patina over time. Its evolving finish complements the aged copper, timber and stone with warmth and character. Style suggestion.
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Italian Neoclassical Style Giltwood Mirror with Urn Crest | 19th Century
Regular price $3,950.00 NZDRegular priceUnit price per -
Vintage French Iron Bistro Table
Regular price $895.00 NZDRegular priceUnit price per -
Large Vintage French Preserving Bowl in Brass & Iron.
Regular price $545.00 NZDRegular priceUnit price per -
Vintage French Oval Copper Cake and jelly mould — Fruit Design
Regular price $245.00 NZDRegular priceUnit price per -
Antique Copper Pot with Iron Swing Handle
Regular price $410.00 NZDRegular priceUnit price per -
French Copper Ladle with Long Iron Handle | 62 cm
Regular price $245.00 NZDRegular priceUnit price per
Gift Cards
Give the gift of choice, allowing the recipient to discover something that speaks to the soul, with layers of history, artisan quality & a keep forever quality.
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