10 kitchen design ideas
1. Paint your cabinets
Painting existing cabinets is the fastest way to transform a kitchen. Warm whites feel fresh, while deep green, navy or charcoal look rich and modern.
2. Try a two-tone kitchen
Darker lower cabinets with lighter upper cabinets or open shelves keep a kitchen grounded but bright.
3. Upgrade the handles and tap
Brushed brass, matte black or stainless steel hardware is an inexpensive change that makes old units look new.
4. Add a statement backsplash
Zellige tiles, vertical subway tiles or a single slab of stone behind the hob create a focal point and are easy to clean.
5. Layer your lighting
Combine ceiling lights with pendants over an island or table and LED strips under the wall cabinets to light the worktop.
6. Open up with shelving
Replacing a few wall cabinets with open shelves makes a small kitchen feel larger and gives you space to display everyday pieces.
7. Make room for an island or peninsula
Even a slim island adds prep space, storage and seating. Leave around 100 cm of clearance on each side to move comfortably.
8. Plan smart storage
Deep drawers, pull-out pantry units and corner carousels keep worktops clear, which makes any kitchen feel calmer.
9. Choose durable worktops
Quartz, granite and solid wood each offer a different look. Pick a finish that suits how much you cook and how much upkeep you want.
10. Bring in warmth
Wooden stools, a runner rug, plants and a few ceramics soften hard kitchen surfaces and make the room feel lived in.
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