The Objective
A standard RPN terrace kitchen often feels cramped. This client needed to fit professional-grade storage into a narrow 3.2m footprint. The goal: maximize vertical storage while keeping the space feeling light and airy.
The Challenge: Utility Obstruction
Like many RPN housing units, the galley kitchen was intersected by standard utility conduits and an awkwardly placed electrical breaker box. Most off-the-shelf cabinets would have forced the client to either lose storage depth or leave the wiring exposed and unsightly.
The Craft Response
We engineered a staggered cabinet depth. By utilizing our local workshop to create custom-notched carcasses, we "wrapped" the cabinetry around the utility conduits. We integrated a hidden, push-to-open access panel for the breaker box, keeping it fully accessible but invisible within the overall galley design. For the upper tier, we used full-height carcasses up to the ceiling—adding 20% more storage for seasonal Raya items compared to standard builder-grade units.
We also kept the main work aisle clear enough for two-person cooking during Raya prep by controlling handle projection and door swing zones before fabrication. That planning step prevents the daily bottleneck most compact galley kitchens suffer after installation.