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contents 09 | kitchens MEADOW HOUSE TREBARWITH THE OLD BAKERY THE GREEN HURSTBOURNE SOMERSET

23 | bathrooms CASTLE HOUSE WRAXALL ST. MICHAEL’S BARN THE NASH

33 | renovations THE WILTSHIRE CASTLE HOUSE ST. MICHAEL’S BARN CHURCHFIELDS LANSDOWN THE MALMESBURY THE AMESBURY

50 | garden buildings HOME OFFICES OUTDOOR KITCHENS

54 | interior design

our story Stephen Graver designs, builds and installs beautiful and individual interiors of superior quality for every room within your home. From concept to completion; unique, exclusive and visionary building projects and bespoke furniture created by our expert team on-site at our workshop in Wiltshire.

We are proud of our workshop and our team of dedicated craftsmen who help us to provide our exemplary level of service and quality, from the very start of your project, to the best part, completion and delivery, when we hand it back to you to enjoy. Along with every seamless aspect of the process in between, managed by us on your behalf, to the highest possible standards.

Our business is built on the foundations of complete client satisfaction which is why word of mouth recommendations are so important to us and are what we live by. It’s the reason our clients come back to us time and time again. It reflects the way we work and what sets us apart and it underpins everything we do. But don’t just take our word for it. You’ll find feedback from our clients on every project and we strive for outstanding results, every time.

Whatever project you’re considering, from a new kitchen or bathroom or a complete home renovation, get in touch with us and come and see how we work.

kitchens Kitchens are the foundation of our business at Stephen Graver and the real hub of the home for you and your family to immerse yourself in to create your own utopia. We don’t offer a ‘range’ of designs as we believe your kitchen should be as individual as you are and encompass your personality, taste and style.

That way, it can truly be described as ‘bespoke.’

​ ur exceptional team have created a very diverse portfolio of styles and designs, which are a good place O to start to visualise your own ideas of how your own space could work. By working closely with you, we take those conceptual ideas to reality, through visionary design and seamless installation to delivery a truly outstanding result you’ll be proud to call home. Here are just a few examples of the projects we have worked on and the generous feedback we have had from our clients.

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meadow house Our clients wanted to create an open plan kitchen/diner from two existing rooms in their already beautiful house.

Building work was undertaken that would allow us to create a space that would incorporate our signature, handmade cabinetry and an almost three-metre island.

Completed with San Fillipo 30mm granite, engineered oak flooring and appliances from Miele, Wolf and Quooker, this is a project that was a pleasure to work on, for clients that we loved working with.

key project details: •

Internal renovation

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New electrics & plumbing

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Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver Kitchen

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San Fillipo 30mm granite worktops

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Appliances including; Miele, Wolf, Quooker and Caple

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Decorated

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Oak flooring throughout

additional details: As part of the project we also re-designed the entrance hall and cloakroom.

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from our initial meeting with stephen, we knew his company was the one we would use

for our kitchen/dining room project. stephen

came up with some fantastic design ideas and from outset, everything was set-out clearly with transparency for costs and the work

to be undertaken and the duration of the project – an 8-10 week project. we loved that

the company would undertake all aspects of the project including project management.

all the trades we had on-site arrived when expected and were polite, tidy, punctual and

professional. their standard of work was excellent and everyone made what could

have been a very stressful time in our lives, to be smooth and painless. the quality of the

kitchen is exceptional – thank you to karl and his team in the workshop. john (site manager)

was fantastic and ensured everything ran

like clockwork and as a result, the project finished in just under eight weeks. even all our

appliances

companies

for

were

the

registered

with

the

warranty/guarantees

–

thank you matt. they think and do everything. we cannot thank stephen, john, karl and

everyone who worked on our project enough

– we absolutely love our new kitchen/dining room/living area. thank you!

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trebarwith A handcrafted shaker style with an East Coast feel, the colours were inspired by the surrounding coastal landscape. Heavy duty American pull handles complement the crisp clean lines of the furniture.

A bespoke canopy sits above the range and gives a continental touch to an otherwise typical coastal look.

English blue grey slate features as the main worktop, with quartz for the island.

key project details:

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Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver Kitchen

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Internal panelling

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Granite worktops

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Range cooker from Everhot

i

found

the

stephen

highest

and

standard

his

team

to

professionally

be

of

with

outstanding craftsmanship and expertise. the

kitchen is truly bespoke, i asked stephen to copy a french style hood over the cooker from a magazine picture, including stainless steel rivets and it was faithfully reproduced

in every detail. although the kitchen was built

for a house in cornwall, the minor issues that arose after installation were sorted out very quickly and the kitchen was built and installed on schedule. i also designed a basin

stand for the house which was also built by stephen, again beautifully put together and finished. i would not hesitate to recommend stephen

will find.

graver

kitchens

as

the

best

you

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the old bakery The original architects had drawn the kitchen at the opposite end of the room but we suggested a complete reversal. By repositioning French doors and the way the garden worked, the room was transformed. Our client decided to have the AGA in a bold colour to add impact.

The cupboards are traditional shaker style with glass bar handles, but we offered the client a unique ‘signature’ cutlery drawer to be painted in their favourite colour pink. We also decided to paint the internals of the curved cupboards pink, this has a dramatic impact upon opening.

key project details:

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•

Internal renovation

•

New electrics & plumbing

•

Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver cabinetry

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Granite worktops

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Appliances from AGA and Miele

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Flooring

•

Decorating

it is amazing how many times visitors entering

our kitchen for the first time utter the word ‘wow’ the attractiveness of the design

matches the carefully planned practicality.

stephen’s help was not limited to the design of the kitchen units. with his input the whole orientation of the project was altered to produce a much improved layout for the large

remaining

space

which

has

proved

invaluable. the whole team was a pleasure to work with.

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the green This country house required a kitchen that would serve as its heartbeat. With our client being a professional chef, it was essential that the space was functional and robust, whilst also providing a social environment.

The kitchen plan met the ergonomic needs by integrating existing freestanding stainless steel tables into the island design. A hidden cupboard provides an extra worktop and shelving to home the client’s many appliances.

We were also keen to maximise the beautiful views from the window by designing a cherrywood breakfast bar, banked by stainless steel roller shutters. The anthracite grey cabinetry gives a focal point to a bright and light room, whilst also helping to combine industrial/ contemporary materials in a countryside setting.

key project details:

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Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver Kitchen

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Corian and stainless steel worktops

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Appliances from Sub-Zero & Wolf, Fisher & Paykel and Miele

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Handmade, bespoke breakfast bar

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Plumbing and electrics

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Flooring

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Decorating

the most troubling part of our downsize was the kitchen. we needed a kitchen design team

to

accommodate

incorporate

in

their

our

plans,

demands, some

and

mobile

units and an electric aga which were, to us, indispensable. having been told about stephen graver, we approached them to see if they

could come up with some good ideas and we were not disappointed.

they took time and care over our requests and

what resulted was an ergonomic, functional kitchen.

the

workmanship

was

extremely

good and the fitting of the entire kitchen was skilled, quiet and clean. our breakfast

bar/table evolved with clever inspiration to allow heat from the radiator below to come through. we think this is a significant part

of the overall design of the kitchen, which has a good combination of storage space and

worktop, so necessary in a working kitchen. this

good

looking

room

is

drawing

positive comment from our friends!

very

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hurstbourne Featuring a large kitchen and dining area, big enough for a large dinner party, this kitchen has classic clean lines with a timeless feel. The centre piece is the island, perfect for informal eating.

Hand-painted on-site and fitted with American pull handles.

The finishing touch is the 50mm thick marble work surface, to give a feel of pure indulgence. Partnered with a Wolf Range and Sub-Zero Refrigeration, this kitchen knows no boundaries.

key project details:

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Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver Kitchen

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Granite worktops

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Appliances from Sub-Zero & Wolf

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Internal renovation

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New electrics and plumbing

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Flooring

•

Decorating

•

The project included The Pantry utility room

i

have

been

fortunate

to

have

had

two

stephen graver kitchens installed over the

past few years – a more contemporary one

in london and a more traditional one in the country. he has also designed my pantry in the country. i love each and every one and have

never tired of them. they are all completely different in style but they are all beautifully

crafted and have lasted the test of time. the team at stephen graver were always utterly professional

and

attentive

to

the

detail

both during the design process and with the after care service.

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somerset The sash windows in this traditional Georgian property in Somerset fill the room with natural light. To utilise this feature and maximise space, we crafted and hand-painted white storage units in the existing alcoves. Together, the contrasting island and Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances provide a contemporary twist to the classic scheme.

The high-level cabinets offer exceptional storage for items that aren’t used on a regular basis. We selected a traditional stone floor that worked well with the grandeur of the house.

key project details:

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•

Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver Kitchen

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Granite worktops

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Appliances including; Sub-Zero Refrigeration & Wolf Range

Stephen was recommended to me by chance by a friend of a friend at a party in Beaune,

France. I had a vague idea in my head to redo the small basement kitchen in a house I had

just moved into on Lansdown Place in Bath.

The enthusiastic endorsement led to a meeting

at the showroom a few weeks later and I was immediately convinced that he was the right person for the project; a project which quickly

developed into a complete restoration of the basement apartment followed by the main

kitchen, dining room and hall on the ground floor. To say that Stephen Graver makes

bespoke kitchens and bathrooms really only tells half the story. He effectively manages a

project from concept to completion bringing design ideas and a wealth of experience along

the way. He also understands the importance of the history of Bath properties, perfectly marrying

modern

technology

with

period

features. The Stephen Graver team are true perfectionists. They have an eye for detail

and quality that sets them apart from most of their competitors. They are also a great bunch of people; friendly and polite and they deliver completely on their commitments.

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bathrooms Our passion for quality craftsmanship incorporates the desire for total calm and relaxation in our bathrooms. Our exceptional team work closely with you to create your very own personal retreat, which above all else, encompasses your personality and style.

From the opulent curved oak walls of a luxuriously integrated dressing room to achingly cool and invigorating wet-rooms, our bathrooms form the perfect space to relax after a long day or to set you up perfectly for a busy morning. Whatever your desired look and feel, Stephen Graver will help to make your bathroom the perfect sanctuary for you to relax and unwind in.

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castle house The brief for the master bedroom dressing room and en-suite was to exude the qualities of some of the world’s most prestigious hotel suites. So, we used solid oak frames with full burr oak panels for the beautiful, handmade furniture.

We are incredibly proud that the clients chose to work with the Stephen Graver team again, having worked with us on their previous home. Although not involved with the construction of the building, we designed the concept ides for the kitchen, utility room, boot room, study/library, guest bedroom furniture and master dressing room and en-suite.

Our relationship with our clients encouraged them to put their trust in us to create an incredible finish with exacting standards of design and quality within a property that truly deserves it.

key project details: •

Handmade solid oak wardrobes and furniture leading to

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Large wet room shower

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Separate WC behind glazed screens

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Free-standing bath

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Two vanity units and basins

additional details: We were the key design team for the whole of the interiors within this new build house.

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wraxall This historic part of the house was in need of a complete renovation to incorporate a traditional styled bathroom and dressing room.

The existing cast iron bath was carefully restored and re-painted clothes and shoe storage formed a large part of the client brief.

key project details:

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To create an elegant period bathroom with all the modern elements such as underfloor heating and a pressurised water system

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Bespoke handmade wardrobes and panelling

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st. michael’s barn Having carried out major alterations to the rest of the house, our client asked if we would come up with ideas for an en-suite to the master bedroom and also the guest bathroom.

For the main bathroom it was decided to remove the bath and install a full width wet room shower area. The vanity unit was designed and made in our workshop using American Black Walnut and the floor and walls are fully tiled with natural marble. Vola taps and accessories were selected to add to the impeccable quality throughout The en-suite was challenging due to limited size but the outcome is an incredible room using exceptional equipment, with purpose made furniture made in our own workshop. We also remodelled the bedroom as part of the scheme with a new oak floor, internal doors and joinery items.

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the nash Our client required a walk-in shower, a sumptuous copper freestanding bath and a WC. The bathroom to the master suite was created in an existing bedroom.

They also wanted to incorporate a dressing room area within this room; which was to feature a two-basin oak vanity unit, together with tall curved oak cabinets, finished beautifully with tan leather handles.

“our first project was a stephen graver kitchen.

we

were

so

impressed

with

the

quality we subsequently commissioned standalone furniture, a dressing room and a fitted

bedroom from stephen graver. stephen is brilliant at interpreting space, incorporating the

client’s

ideas

and

producing

stylish,

functional designs. thoroughly recommend.”

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renovations The cost of moving house can often make enlarging or re-modelling your existing home much more attractive and cost effective. Through creative alterations or additions to the original structure, you can turn your house into the home of your dreams which ticks every box for the needs of you and your family.

Our involvement begins at the start of your renovation process and ends with the delivery of your finished project and covers every aspect in between.

We have an experienced building team of skilled, tried and tested tradesmen and an approved list of sub-contractors for all electrical, heating and plumbing work. We work with architects, interior designers, property developers and individual clients to take on any size of renovation project from single rooms to full houses, extensions and beyond. Our clients appreciate our seamless project management, and tell us it’s what sets us apart, that and our main aim of exceeding all expectations to get the job done, it’s what we do best.

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the wiltshire It’s all in the details. Every inch of the bespoke kitchen and dining renovation of this listed property in Wiltshire is bursting with personality. From the handmade dining table and chairs, crafted by our skilled team and carefully upholstered; through to the Cole & Sons botanical wallpaper. The room now also benefits from the addition of a skylight, flooding the space with natural light.

key project details:

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•

Internal renovation

•

Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver Kitchen

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Bespoke dining furniture

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Skylight design and installation

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Marble worktops

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Appliances including; AGA Range

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Farrow and Ball Railings Oiled Eggshell

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castle house The concept for the kitchen design was driven in part by the huge hexagonal entrance atrium that leads directly into the kitchen area. The initial designs were developed into working drawings. The statement piece for the kitchen is the large ceiling bulkhead and in order to make sure it worked aesthetically, we made a full size section that would enable the clients to fully visualise how the finished piece would look.

The American Black Walnut panelling was chosen to compliment some of the client’s existing furniture, this material is used throughout the construction of the kitchen cabinets, with the paint colour of the door fronts complimenting the colour of all the building’s exterior doors and windows.

key project details: •

Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver Kitchen

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Granite worktops

•

Flooring

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Custom bulkhead and extractor

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Custom breakfast bar brackets

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Appliances from Sub-Zero & Wolf

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Utility room

additional details: Project also included bespoke furniture, wardrobes and the dressing room/master en-suite.

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stephen

and

the

team

created

the

most

amazing interiors for our new home, combining functionality with absolute wow factor. top

quality

traditional,

craftsmanship,

beautiful

these

have

complete

end

factors

to-end

handmade

materials

design

combined

and

service, to

a

all

produce

spectacular results which will withstand the test of time.

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st. michael’s barn This room started life as the dining room with the kitchen being the room farthest away from the living area, WE decided to turn this into the kitchen, form a new large opening thereby connecting with the new dining room The vaulted ceiling was exposed bringing a different dimension to the room. The cupboards are a combination of solid Oak and laminate sheets to create a unique simple design that has a retro yet modern feel.

key project details:

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•

Internal renovation

•

New electrics and plumbing

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Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver Kitchen

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Granite worktops

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Appliances from Miele

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Flooring

•

Decorating

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churchfields The initial meeting with client was to discuss redesigning and making a new kitchen, as part of this we discussed how the rest of the house worked in relations to the kitchen. There was a door leading from the kitchen into a garage area being used as a store room rather than a garage, this had access stairs leading to a bedroom and study area. Our client was open to idea of incorporating this space into the scheme.

We prepared various layout drawings together with preliminary prices from this our client decided to engage Stephen Graver to carry out the whole project.

During the design process we managed to incorporate a modest utility room without impacting the overall kitchen design. The inclusion of the garage area into the kitchen living space has made this an incredible transformation, including alterations to the bedroom above.

key project details: •

Internal renovation of the kitchen and adjoining garage

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Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver kitchen

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New electrics and plumbing

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Granite worktops

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Flooring throughout

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Appliances from Fisher & Paykel, Caple & Franke

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Decorated throughout

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New bifold doors

additional details: As part of this project, the utility room and bedroom above the garage were renovated and fitted with bespoke furniture.

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it was a real pleasure to have stephen graver

and his truly professional team at our home

recently, working to transform our wellworn kitchen, and adjoining former drafty

and damp garage into a luxurious, modern

new kitchen and roomy snug for family and friends to relax in.

nothing was too much trouble, every inch of

the

project

was

explained

and

noted

down, and anything was possible. from the craftsmanship of the woodwork and the

flooring, the improved layout and helpful decisions

made

with

me

about

colours,

finishes and lighting, every little detail was followed through and bit by bit the beauty

of the project in fulfillment turned into a complete ‘wow’!

we are totally thrilled with the final result,

which seems even more amazing each time we arrive home and switch on the lights. thank

you, steve for a really wonderful kitchen transformation experience!

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lansdown Our clients had just relocated from London and they wanted an elegant kitchen for their townhouse which is set in a beautiful crescent in Bath. It was the shape of the crescent which inspired the design of the island, featuring both convex and concave cupboards to soften the visual outline of the space, whilst offering plenty of storage.

The handsome Wolf Range is enhanced with a pro-wall hood, creating a strong focal point. The hand-painted finish and elegant pull handles are complemented by the beautiful granite work surfaces and splash back.

key project details:

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•

Internal renovation

•

New electrics & plumbing

•

Handmade, bespoke Stephen Graver Kitchen

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Granite worktops

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Appliances including; Sub-Zero Refrigeration & Wolf Range

the

kitchen

provides

a

big

‘wow-factor’

when people visit the house. it is an unusual design, with the curves and shape echoing the

architectural features of the house and of

the crescent itself. arriving at the design was a very interactive process with ideas being

contributed from both sides, but being held together with stephen’s expertise and vision.

in addition to the visual aspect, the design is very practical, with space for people to

work alongside each other without being

crowded, and providing storage space where everything can be conveniently placed where

you’d expect to find it. we love the fact that there are so many features that make our

kitchen unique, from the choice of materials,

to the curvature of the marble stonework, the fittings and the quality of the casework.

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the malmesbury The style of the kitchen takes its inspiration from colonial America. The hand-painted cabinets are fitted with heavy duty pull handles, which were purchased in the USA and then nickel plated in the UK. Sub-Zero Refrigeration frames the Everhot stove, creating symmetry. The large central island is ideal for food preparation and informal dining alike.

In the dining area, tall planked timber cabinet doors open up to reveal a tea and coffee station and an abundance of storage space.

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White granite worktops

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Flooring throughout

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Floor-to-ceiling cabinets

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Breakfast cabinet

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Everhot stove

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Sub-Zero Refrigeration

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Utility room

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the amesbury The existing wooden conservatory was in need of some major repairs, It suffered from the usual problems of too hot to use in the summer and too cold to use in the winter. Our client was open to ideas for a replacement.

Stephen came up with a few ideas, very quickly an ultra-modern design was the front runner. We developed the ideas until we had an approved design. We then had to go through the planning process as this is a grade 2 star historical building.

With planning permission granted we started on-site. This new building had to be comfortable to use all year round as the clients home office.

key project details:

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High performance “Skyframe” sliding doors

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Simple steel frame construction

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High performance roof and roof lanterns

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Seamless tiled floor inside and out

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Low to no maintenance

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garden buildings More often than not, our garden buildings do not require planning permission so they make an excellent way of increasing the space you need without the hassle to achieve it. As you would also expect from Stephen Graver, they are awe-inspiringly stunning spaces of superior quality and craftsmanship and the design possibilities and shapes are endless.

Our designs are truly bespoke to your needs and no two garden buildings will be the same. Using an abundance of light, colour, texture and space designed and manufactured entirely with you in mind, our stunning garden buildings offer the perfect addition to your garden; from home office, gym or a space to entertain guests, the possibilities are endless.

We handle everything from start to delivery of the finished article, making it as easy as possible to provide you with exactly what you need, in an agreed timescale and to suit your budget.

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home offices If areas of your home are more makeshift from the dining table or the living room, working from home can be hard to inspire productivity and motivation at the best of times.

Our home offices are designed to provide the perfect environment for all your needs.

Our designs are truly bespoke to your needs and no two home offices will be the same. Using an abundance of light, colour, texture and space designed and manufactured entirely with you in mind, our stunning home offices offer the perfect working from home option.

We handle everything from start to delivery of the finished article, making it as easy as possible to provide you with exactly what you need, in an agreed timescale.

Whatever your space, we will make your home office such a perfect working environment, that you won’t want to contemplate working anywhere else.

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Timber frame construction

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Electrics

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Internally and externally decorated

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Bifold doors

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Composite decking

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Granite worktops

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Bespoke Stephen Graver furniture

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Five burner Beefeater barbecue

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Bar area

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outdoor kitchens For those who love entertaining and cooking outdoors, our outdoor kitchens have been design to inspire delicious culinary creations all year round.

Within the external cedar cladding you will find beautiful, bespoke, fitted cabinetry designed to withstand the elements. In this example the barbecue of choice is a Beefeater Signature 3000S, which features five burners, a tapenyaki plate, a built in analogue temperature and a lid with a glass viewing window so you can watch your food being cooked to perfection.

Granite worktops have been used to add an air of luxury but we haven’t forgotten the practical touches. It also features a stainless steel sink and tap, wire pull out and a small fridge.

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Timber frame construction

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Cedar cladding

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Electrics & plumbing

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Door converts all weather cooking canopy

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Bespoke Stephen Graver furniture

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Five burner Beefeater barbecue

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Granite worktops

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Sink and tap

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Fridge

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interior design An outstanding building project starts with an outstanding design and is the start of our journey to really understand what our clients want to achieve.

Our designer is a qualified interior architect and designer with over 25 years of expertise delivering residential projects, specialising in bespoke furniture and joinery design.

Working exclusively with Stephen to bring projects to life through hand drawn plans, elevations, sections and rendered technical drawings.

Working closely with each client creating distinctive originality and flair to create a full bespoke interior design solution that addresses the pragmatic and well-being needs in addition to achieving designs that are totally bespoke and individual to them.

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