Glenelg Marina

This prestigious Glenelg apartment kitchen renovation takes centre stage with breathtaking views over the marina and Colley Reserve. Positioned centrally within the home, the kitchen was designed to maximise both easterly and westerly outlooks. A refined galley-style layout with discreet lines ensures the space remains understated, allowing the scenery to be the star. By night, the back-lit island transforms the atmosphere, casting a soft glow ideal for entertaining.

Corian® White Onyx was the perfect surface for this project. The expansive island, stretching over 3.5 metres, could not have been achieved in stone or porcelain without visible joins. Corian® provided the seamless, uninterrupted surface necessary for the clean, minimalist aesthetic. The back-lit island plays a crucial role in transitioning the space from day to night, with Corian’s® translucent qualities allowing light to diffuse beautifully. To enhance the sleek look, the integrated sinks match the White Onyx surface, creating a cohesive, flowing design.

This project features a uniquely illuminated island benchtop and slab end, requiring a remarkable 70 metres of strip lighting for even light dispersion. The Corian® Sparkling sinks have also been illuminated, a design challenge that may be unprecedented in kitchen applications. Achieving this level of lighting uniformity was no small feat, adding a dynamic element to the space.

Given the island’s generous 3.5×1.2-metre dimensions, structural support was essential. Concealing this within the illuminated design presented a challenge. A 12mm acrylic panel was chosen for central reinforcement, subtly blending with the glowing surface when lit—a highly successful solution.

The final result is a kitchen that effortlessly shifts between two identities: a refined, neutral space by day and a striking showpiece by night. The clients were thrilled with the outcome, and the team behind this amazing project couldn’t be prouder of this sophisticated and innovative design.