Edgecombe reflects on how the kitchen design formed the core of the home “I knew from the beginning that the kitchen had to be in wood. That was fundamental for me. I wanted to work with a living material that ages beautifully — something that could bring warmth and presence into the space. We chose to collaborate with Garde Hvalsøe, and it felt both right and reassuring. Today, it can be hard to know where materials are sourced or who’s behind the work. Here, I knew exactly who made it and where it was produced. The fact that it was locally sourced also made a difference.”

Patina is something that is equally important to both Garde Hvalsøe and Edgecombe. They share the sentiment that the best high-quality materials age with dignity. Wood and stone were employed as key materials as the patinas develop over time and gain character. Yasmin also discusses her broader design philosophy, “My approach is always grounded in a passion for details, materials, colours, textures, light and beauty. How does the floor feel underfoot? How does a surface change over time? I believe when design works, it is felt in the body and it has an energy.”The Garde Hvalsøe kitchen selected was the Solid Minimal in oak wood with a black granite tabletop, and tall cabinets in linoleum. The upper cabinets feature Garde Hvalsøe Koshido fronts, which were designed in collaboration with fellow Danish brand OEO Studio.

When asked to describe her new home, Yasmin concludes, “It’s layered and personal. We’re a blended family with different backgrounds, and you can feel that. Japanese simplicity meets industrial references, warm colours and heirlooms. But the most important thing is the feeling. That you can breathe. That you want to be there. The balance, the materiality, the quiet. That’s the essence of home.”