Meet Emma and Ben

Emma and Ben’s L-shaped kitchen design is a warm and stylish hub that blends contemporary farmhouse charm with modern innovation. Inspired by the earthy tones of the Macedon Ranges, it pairs the rich grain of our new shaker-style Sienna Toasted Chestnut kitchen cabinets with the timeless marble-like veining of Dekton Rem on the kitchen island bench. The result is a calming, natural palette that feels both sophisticated and inviting.

Functionality is at the forefront, with a suite of smart kitchen storage solutions including new Hettich AvanTech YOU drawers with Side Illumination, Inner Drawers, Cutlery Trays with Knife Block and Foil compartments, and non-slip mats.

The Häfele Cabi-Met Finger Print Lock, Ninka Pull-out Bin, Tandem Pantry, Gun Metal sink ensure the space is as practical as it is beautiful. Finishing touches elevate the design: new Arezzo Knurled Bar handles in Copper Bronze add a touch of luxury, while Häfele Warm LED and Flexi LED lighting create a soft, ambient glow.

Emma and Ben’s combined laundry and pantry continues the warm and welcoming palette from their kitchen, creating a cohesive and functional flow throughout their home. New shaker-style Sienna Toasted Chestnut cabinetry is paired with Hawthorn Smooth open shelving, offering a mix of concealed storage and display. Finishing the look are Copper Bronze Knurled Bar handles and Dekton Rem benchtops by Cosentino, which provide a beautiful surface for food or laundry prep.

The design also incorporates a full suite of Häfele accessories, including a linen finish single bowl sink and goose neck mixer tap in Gun Metal, along with Ninka bins, laundry wire baskets, and a black hanging rail. Integrated warm LED strip lighting and Flexi LED accents provide functional illumination. A raised washer and dryer with pull-out shelves make loading baskets more convenient, ensuring the room balances everyday usability with a clean, modern finish.

Emma and Ben created a simple yet stylish and highly functional mudroom, designed as the perfect everyday entry point for House 1. The space provides generous storage as well as seating, making it easy to rest or remove shoes before moving through the home.

New Sienna Toasted Chestnut cabinetry is paired with Hawthorn Smooth surround panels and a bench seat, creating a warm and cohesive look. Finishing touches include Copper Bronze Knurled Bar handles and Häfele warm LED downlights.

Emma and Ben’s winning Guest Suite features both a walk-in wardrobe and kitchenette. The built-in wardrobe perfectly balances warmth, functionality, and sophistication. The Classic doors in Umber Woodmatt are paired with a Nordic Oak Woodmatt interior, a combination that ties in seamlessly with the adjoining kitchenette to create a sense of flow and consistency throughout the space. Generous storage ensures guests have everything they need, while Häfele Cassetti Drawers and Warm LED Light Bars with Sensors add smart functionality. The look is completed with Ova Pull handles in Brushed Aged Brass, introducing subtle metallic accents that elevate the wardrobe cabinetry with a refined, luxurious edge.

The couple also included a kitchenette in their winning Guest Suite, creating a luxurious and highly functional retreat for guests. Featuring Impressions Umber Woodmatt cabinetry and shelving with Nordic Oak Woodmatt internals, the design accentuates the richness and texture of the woodgrains while tying in seamlessly with the adjoining wardrobe. The design is elevated with new Ova Pull handles in Brushed Aged Brass and a Dekton Pietra Kode Sabbia benchtop by Cosentino. It also offers ample storage – from Hettich AvanTech YOU drawers and cutlery trays to a Häfele Ninka Pull-Out Bin and integrated lighting.

Emma and Ben’s spacious walk-in wardrobe is the ultimate blend of style and functionality, offering endless wardrobe ideas for a truly luxurious everyday experience. Featuring our new Classic Sonora Oak Woodmatt wardrobe doors and new Umber Woodmatt interiors, this built-in wardrobe strikes the perfect balance between warm timber tones and bold, modern depth. The island bench, complete with elegantly curved ends and topped with Xeron Cascade Gold by Cosentino, creates a stunning centrepiece while also enhancing wardrobe storage with generous surface space and hidden compartments. Inside, premium wardrobe inserts elevate organisation to new heights, including new Häfele Cassetti Drawers, a Häfele Trouser Rack, and sleek Varano Glass Front Drawers. Subtle details, as our new Marble Ova Pull handles in Rosa Lavanto, introduce soft pink and grey veining for a touch of refined contrast. Sensor-activated Häfele LED Flexi Strip vertical lighting ensures every piece is beautifully illuminated, making this walk-in wardrobe as practical as it is visually appealing.

With a focus on texture and contrast, Emma and Ben have created a sophisticated built-in wardrobe to complement their children-focused guest bedroom. Dove Leather Touch wardrobe doors from our Deluxe Plus range pair seamlessly with new Ova Ebony Timber handles, while Umber Woodmatt interiors complete the look.

Wardrobe storage is generous, thanks to a mix of soft-close drawers, shelving, and hanging space, and thanks to the timeless style, the robe will suit any user of any age. Häfele sensor-activated Warm White Bar lights add a stylish and practical finishing touch.

Emma and Ben’s built-in wardrobe combines our Savannah Clay Natural wardrobe doors—featuring soft, neutral undertones—with the grounding hue of Umber Woodmatt internals, creating a contemporary and inviting aesthetic.

The wardrobe is thoughtfully designed with ample storage space, including a mix of hanging sections, open shelves, and soft-close drawers, all illuminated by Warm White Bar Lights by Häfele. Ebony Stained American Oak Wave Timber handles add an organic touch, bringing the warmth of wood into the design, as does the Umber Woodmatt desk zone.