Page 4 - Newsletter Issue 10 - March 2020

How to Modernise your Kitchen without a full-scale

Renovation……. (cont’d )

“Just a couple of coats makes old surfaces look fresh and “If you live in an older home, be discerning. If there’s
new,” he says. “Before painting, ensure surfaces are squeaky something outdated that is still beautiful, like a very old oven,
clean so the paint can be applied directly – without primer give it new life by surrounding it with contemporary finishes
most of the time! The end result is a stylish durable finish that and fixtures.”
stands up to daily wear-and-tear, making it perfect for a busy
modern kitchen.” Swapping out old tapware for new is also an easy upstyle.

“This year, graphite and pewter tapware is the ‘new copper’,”
says Gurtler. “Darker grey metallic finishes recall historical
plumbing finishes but with a contemporary twist and are the
definition of understated glamour. Update your kitchen mixer
in one of these finishes. It’s a little piece of jewellery for the
kitchen and one you will use more than any other fixture. “

Savvy storage

Regardless of room size, there never seems to be enough
storage. The secret, says Hart, is to consider every nook and
cranny as potential storage space.

“Perhaps those narrow vertical spaces next to the fridge are
big enough for built-in wine storage. Or maybe you can fit
narrow depth cupboards under the island bench for storing
items like vases.”

Consider the tops of your
For a clean minimal feel, consider teaming Dulux Vivid cabinets as a place to stow
White™ and Domino, or paint cupboard doors in Dulux Grey wire storage bins, or add
Reflection and benchtops in Dulux White on White™. “Both free-standing shelves for
look timeless yet modern,” he says. “If you are after colour, holding everything from
be inspired by the Dulux Colour Forecast 2020, or add potted crockery and pantry items
greenery or an appliance like a brightly coloured to everyday appliances.
toaster. It’s an easy inexpensive way to reflect your style
while effortlessly complementing a neutral colour palette.” A rustic metal rail sourced
secondhand or from a
Cutting clutter helps create order, spaciousness and a clean hardware store with over-
and elegant aesthetic. Michelle Hart from Bask Interiors sized hooks is a perfectly
suggests teaming updated surfaces and cabinetry with on- stylish way to hang pots,
trend hardware for a slick contemporary finish. “New pans and cutlery. Better
handles are a good way to finish off updated kitchen still, suspend it from a wall
cabinetry, and luckily there are lots of options that won’t or above and create more
break the budget.” floor, drawer and bench
space instantly.
Know the trends
Cutting clutter helps create order, spaciousness and a clean
This year, natural earthy textures in the form of timber, and elegant aesthetic. “Integrate or hide appliances
ceramics, rattan and glass are popular and an inexpensive wherever possible without compromising productivity. It
look to adopt. provides a less commercial feel and allows more bench space
for preparing food,” says Gurtler.
Wooden wall panelling, timber shutters, and handcrafted
objects are all simple ways to reflect this trend. Or add open
shelving, sourcing timber planks that are easily attached to a
wall.

Display an interesting mix of vintage glassware, ceramics,
recipe books and potted greenery. These can be an impactful
kitchen update for little cost.

Also trending is a considered mesh of the classic and modern,
like an old sink or stovetop teamed with a contemporary light
pendant, sleek new blind or cool kitchen stools. It’s a
perfectly easy solution for an old-fashioned kitchen, says
Gurtler.

Updated lighting

Swapping out existing pendant lights provides instant
sophistication.
“Look for practical lighting that is also in line with your style
of home and furnishings,” suggests Bask.

“For example, large round glass orbs are perfect for a
Hamptons home, large rattan pendants are a good fit for a
beach house, and simple wooden or natural ceramic
pendants are just right for a Scandinavian-style kitchen.”
SOURCE: https://www.domain.com.au/advice/how-to-modernise-your-kitchen-
without-a-full-scale-renovation-929486/