By Celia Visser Design
The confined kitchen in this contemporary home was a major stumbling block to the owners’ enjoyment of their new home, so they engaged the designer to look at solutions to open the space up to the greater living area.
An important element to enhance was the kitchen's outlook, so a mirrored splashback was used to allow the landscaping to be seen from all angles of the space, whether reflected while seated, or viewed the environment from behind the kitchen island.
Adding ‘traditional’ turned legs to support the extended breakfast introduced a fun element to the design – painting them bright yellow challenged their conventional form. The yellow accents were then carried through to the pendant lighting and other areas of the space.
The pattern of the pressed tin in the bulkhead added to the eclectic nature of this modernist kitchen, transforming the room into a personal space for the family to live, cook and socialise.
Celia Visser lives and breathes design. Her passion for innovation and quality is matched only by her commitment to client satisfaction. Within the kitchen design industry, she is highly respected for her consistency and innovation – qualities that have won her multiple awards.
When Celia first walks into a home, she quickly assesses its potential. She listens to her clients and takes on board their lifestyle, family circumstances and the ambience they want to create within their home. This is what guides her unique designs.
Her goal is for her clients to come home to a place they can relax in, and at the same time is beautiful space that suits their individuality. She loves designing homes with soul and that X Factor.
Celia is inquisitive – always seeking fresh creative stimulation. Her weekends are spent scouring magazines, shops and markets for inspiration and quirky ideas, and she travel often overseas. She is equally focused on the business side of her company, and strives for excellence in all areas.
Celia has been in the design and construction industry for 25 years, and is currently a member of the Certified Designers Society, NKBA and DINZ.