I like the idea of the chairs, but in the real world that would be completely impractical. Have you ever tried sitting at a bar with such tight chairs? Its easy to get in if you are the first, but once all the chairs are taken getting out is mission impossible.

This is great -- would be a wonderful solution in a studio apartment. I'd love to know more about the lava-resin backsplash -- what a great idea!

But, but, but ... where do you put the drying dishes, the appliances, the personality?

This is such a sleak looking kitchen design... I think I may try something like this in my place. It will make for some sexy Newdigs.

Why would you need to hide a kitchen? If it properly designed a kitchen isn't something you'd want to hide.

I'm with Comicgeek. Why hide a kitchen? In concept this is okay, but it really just looks unfinished to me.

I think this is a great idea for small spaces. When you're not cooking, you can use the surfaces for other projects. I love the stools disguised as door panels.

It's ok, but I think, done right, the kitchen can be one of the most beautiful spaces in the home, so I wouldn't want to hide it. I think this would be best for a teeny space so the kitchen can blend into the rest of the home, but this is def. not a teeny kitchen.

Why hide a kitchen? Like HeyNowTex says, this is not a small space that necessitates it...

Seems like a macro-version of burner covers...why hide something when you know what's underneath? Just seems very inconvenient to me, but maybe these people don't cook often.

Kitchen? What kitchen? OH, ha - you fooled me. Except you didn't.

I am not crazy about this is kind of creeps me out. I guess if you don't cook much or don't appreciate the tools in a kitchen then yes. If I had the money to do something like this I would rather have a premium stove that I can not only use but drool over.

I like the sink lid. It really does accomodate for more counter space. When I have a crowd over I use a cutting board to cover my sink space to make more room.

fantastic! where is the cooker?!

Minarc excel at designing dramatic, functional and original kitchens.

using unusual materials that are often sustainable.

I believe there needs to be a clarification regarding this project, so here i give you some more information about it.

LAVA LIVING

• 2 bed 2 bath 11th floor penthouse apartment, designed to serve as temporary living for traveling business professionals. Designed for living, working and entertaining.

• Simplistic eco-conscious design, with effort in using only materials in their most natural, organic form.

• The Island serves both as a dining area and work surface.

• Island chairs are easily stored under island to maximize usage of space. Chairs rest on ball bearings that make moving effortless.

• Kitchen cabinets float above the floor creating a perceived larger area.

• Fully equipped Kitchen designed for multiuse by hiding cook top, sink, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher and espresso machine when not needed; allowing it to be utilized as a clutter free work environment.

Hope you enjoy it,

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