NOW
Open-plan living has truly come of age with integrated
kitchens and a seamless transition to living areas
changing the dynamics of family life and how we
entertain. Here are some of the key considerations
when creating a fabulously functional and unified
space that also has serious wow factorKITCHENS
It’s happened slowly but surely – the kitchen is now the
star of our living spaces. What was once a utilitarian room
hidden on the fringes of the house has morphed into
entertainment central, basking in the limelight of family life.
This transition to truly open-plan living has meant
that it’s more important than ever for kitchens to blend
in seamlessly with the rest of your living area, creating a
sense of continuity that makes them feel fully integrated.
Whether you’re planning a total renovation, or just want
to make some tweaks, there are a few key considerations
which will make your design decisions easy.HERE ARE OUR FIVE KEY DESIGN POINTS
WHEN CREATING OR UPDATING A KITCHEN:1 SOPHISTICATION
We all know the value of having a chic little black dress in
our wardrobes, and modern kitchens are in tune with this
fashion maxim. Monochrome kitchens are in the spotlight,
with shades of black taking top honours. Concentrating on
one colour gives kitchens a sophisticated edge and you
can conjure up interest by using diff erent textures, playing
with subtle changes in finishes, and employing materials
like wood, copper, chrome and marble as highlights.
The key to this aesthetic is ensuring appliances such as
rangehoods and wall ovens blend seamlessly with the palette
you have chosen. If you’re looking for an integrated option,
Fisher & Paykel’s Pyrolytic Built-in Oven is a stylish choice.
The black glass and streamlined finish make it recede and
become part of the whole look of your kitchen cabinetry.FISHER &
PAYKEL’S
PYROLYTIC
BUILT-IN
OVEN