Integrated Alcove Unit in Oak Extension near Chichester
Updated: Jul 22
The brief
Our client had recently built a beautiful solid oak extension at their coastal home in Bracklesham Bay, near Chichester,West Sussex. They wanted to make use of an awkward space that was currently under-used and difficult to fill. The space contained a single beam to the right, leaving an awkward gap between the beam and the wall. There were power points on the wall below which needed to remain accessible. The client wanted to match the colour and style of a piece of freestanding furniture they had purchased from Neptune.
Our solution
We created a storage and shelving solution that fits perfectly into the space and is not only functional but also a feature of the room. The glass shelves add a lighter touch for displaying delicate ornaments. The lighting is fitted to both the shelving area and wine rack to add depth and warmth. The awkward gap next to the beam was used to build a wine rack, and an extra beam was added for balance.
The details
Glass shelving
Adjustable glass shelves gave the client flexibility to change the height of the shelves to display ornaments of varying sizes.
Glass shelving with lighting Adjustable glass shelving Shelving to display ornaments
Integrated lighting
A subtle LED striplight was integrated into the unit to highlight items on the shelves. The electrics were concealed behind the unit and the lighting can be controlled with a remote control or a button which was integrated into the beam.
Lighting in wine rack Remote control for lighting Concealed electrics Concealed light switch in beam
Wine rack
An oak-lined wine rack was added for horizontal storage of wines where there was a recess. We also integrated a subtle strip-light into the rack to give depth to the space.
Solid oak detailing 
Integrated into space
Soft close doors
All our furniture is fitted with quality soft close fittings and hinges from Blum, which carry a lifetime guarantee. Soft close ensures that the doors are quiet when closed, without slamming.
Soft close doors 
Oak lined Finsa board cupboard 
Quality Blum fittings
Additional beam
The original space had one arched oak beam to the right. To balance the look we added an additional oak beam to the left with solid oak dowels.
Oak dowels New beam Beam detail
The finished project
The project was completed in this beautiful coastal home near Chichester. The unit was built bespoke to the space, using quality materials that will last for years to come.
Completed display unit Integrated display unit
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