Design-Driven Style

Brian Parkes of Parkes Interiors has reimagined this Belfast home with a classic shaker-style kitchen, sophisticated finishes, and a few unexpected design elements.

[dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]he clients had a vision for their kitchen, but the final result far surpassed their expectations. Anchored by a bespoke in-frame design with a large island and an Aga-style range cooker, the project evolved into something truly exceptional. Parkes Interiors rose to the challenge, navigating structural complexities to deliver a space that is both refined and highly functional. ‘We visited Parkes with the idea of a traditional painted wood kitchen that would be in keeping with the rest of our Victorian house, but create a real hub for modern family life. We were combining the existing kitchen and living room in order to create a larger space but were keen to keep the warm feel of the old room with its range cooker at the centre, traditional style cabinetry and wooden floors,’ the homeowner begins.

Read more in the May issue…