Until the end of the 50s, most kitchens were made of solid frames. During the 60s, however, it started to become more common for the larger manufacturers to replace the solid wood in the frames with a framework of joists that were clad in masonite. It was both cheaper and reduced weight. More lavish kitchen cabinets and drawer fronts were veneered with for example, teak, which gave an exclusive impression. Many of these kitchens are still standing today, but can often be complicated to dismantle in one whole piece in connection with framework replacements.
This kitchen is a show kitchen. Here the tenants have the opportunity to get a feel for the kitchens providing a sense of security to know what the new kitchen will be like prior to renovation.
Together with the developer, we produced drawings with cabinets from our standard range and the end result was an updated, fresh kitchen with a clear connection to the original, and with a solid feel.