10 design ideas to help master your kitchen

As we’ve experienced the rising popularity of open plan living, the kitchen has become affectionally labeled the heart of the home. It’s the meeting place for the entire family and where friends congregate. Is it any wonder then that we place so much thought and research into selecting the finishes to create the perfect interior style? We’ve collated some key design ideas to consider to help you create a kitchen that inspires joy years after moving in.

1. Versatile Island Benches
2. Concealed Undermount Rangehoods
3. Integrated Cabinetry
4. Open Storage
5. Dark & Dramatic Interiors
6. Statement Colours
7. Contrasting Colours & Textures
8. Marvelous Marble
9. Wood Textures & Veneers
10. Farmhouse Sinks

1. Versatile Island Benches

Key to the communal aspect of everyday family life is the multipurpose island bench. Whether huddled around in conversation or preparing dinner in the evening as the whole family watches on, island benches are now becoming larger and created for maximum impact incorporating design elements such as undermount seating sections, waterfall edges, integrated appliances and clever cabinetry for storing kitchen items.

2. Concealed Undermount Rangehoods

As with sartorial trends, we’re seeing a resurgence of the minimalist movement in interior design. Rangehoods are now increasingly delivered in a concealed boxed treatment keeping the kitchen simple and uncluttered while drawing attention to the cabinetry and other design elements. Endlessly versatile, this design feature is perfect no matter the style of kitchen.

3. Integrated Cabinetry

Like concealed undermount rangehoods, open plan living spaces have adopted the concept of ‘out of sight, out of mind’ and applied it to a wider range of kitchen appliances. As the entertaining hub of the home, fridges and dishwashers are now frequently hidden away and microwaves are being integrated with trim kits for a more streamlined look.

4. Open Storage

Whether it’s a beautifully crafted item or one that holds a deeper, more personal connection, we all have certain decor pieces, keepsakes or crockery that is worth putting on display. And, with cleverly designed floating shelves or cabinetry with glass doors, you can do just that! Easily updated over time, these simple yet effective design elements can help add a touch of individual style to your kitchen.

5. Dark & Dramatic Interiors

Forever a loved classic, dark and dramatic kitchens are still a trending choice. To add contrasting shade to such a strong colour palette, offset your dark cabinetry with natural, timber tones or a feature stone benchtop and splashback. Lots of natural light by way of expansive windows is another way to add subtle keynotes to your kitchen design.

6. Statement Colours

If you’re looking to make a loud and bold statement in the kitchen, then a pop of colour could be just what you need. Trending at the moment – navy accents. This classic and chic colour can be applied to a plethora of design styles while its versatility means you can easily pair it with other tones and textures. Prefer to keep your cabinetry choices neutral? No worries! Just introduce a touch of colour into your kitchen design with a statement splashback tile.

7. Contrasting Colours & Textures

Similar to a statement hue, contrasting colours and textures in your cabinetry design is a terrific way to create interest in your kitchen. We are seeing the mixing and matching of different surfaces such as wood and stone as well as clever interplays between the cabinetry, benchtops and splashbacks.

8. Marvelous Marble

Synonymous with sophistication and elegance, delicately veined white marble has earned its status as a timeless classic. Compatible with both modern and traditional design styles, when selecting your kitchen benchtop it’s worthwhile considering the overall application space to ensure that you take full advantage of the stone. Likewise, ensuring that the base colour of the marble matches your cabinetry, flooring and splashback is another thought to keep top of mind.

9. Wood Textures & Veneers

Bring the warmth and openness of nature into your kitchen with textured cabinetry and Natural Oak or Walnut colour combinations. Acting as a refreshing hit to an otherwise dark palette, timber colours and textures can also work well when complemented by white cabinetry and beautiful stone or quartz surfaces.

10. Farmhouse Sinks

The quaint and charming farmhouse sink may not be for everyone but it’s undeniable that this humble design element can add a sense of character and rustic flair to your kitchen design. Aesthetics aside, the farmhouse sink is also a practical choice for avid cooks who own several large pans or dishes as it makes washing them so much easier.

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