Our Discovery Kitchen Range in Denim Blue & Antique Rose. The kitchen has a small island in Antique rose doors, with a natural wooden worktop. The back kitchen run is L shaped with Denim blue doors, to the right there is a stainless steel american fridge freezer. In front of the island there are 3 black metal framed bar stools. There is also 3 wooden wicker hanging lights about the kitchen island. The splash back is mosaic tiled. A rusty red woven couch is to the left and some shelving with potted plants and pictures place just behind the couch.

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6 Design Considerations For Your Kitchen Renovation

18 July 2024

Are you thinking about a kitchen renovation? Then you should account for the following design considerations before you get started.

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Style

The first thing everyone considers when designing their new kitchen is the style. Your kitchen should be a reflection of your tastes and can act as a canvas to express your personality. Within this consideration there are many factors to address. You will need to decide which door style, finish, and of course colour(s) that is best suited for your space.

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Storage

After deciding on a style that matches your taste, you then need to consider the functionality of your new kitchen. Storage can come at a premium, particularly in a busy family home, so it’s essential that you maximise your space. Thankfully, modern kitchen design boasts a variety of stylish solutions such as the tall gate larders and pull out that allow for easy access.

Zara Matte Graphite storage options with tall gate larder, pull out bins

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Worktops

A beautiful worktop can perfectly complement your kitchen décor and elevate your design. Both functionality and aesthetics need to be taken into account when deciding on the surface that suits your environment. There are a variety of materials to choose from, each with their own unique qualities. Learn more with Our Expert Guide To Kitchen Worktop Materials.

Alana Graphite & Light Grey shaker kitchen made by The Kitchen Depot featuring marble kitchen island and two tone design

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Lighting

The right lighting can take your kitchen from a perfectly functional space to a stylish environment that will be the envy of your friends and family. Early in the design process, ensure to maximise natural light sources by not covering any windows and doors. This will help create the illusion of space. You can also implement a variety of artificial light sources to help create ambience and draw focus to key areas.

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Flooring

Flooring is another design consideration for your kitchen renovation that requires a lot of thought. Both aesthetics and practicality have to be taken into account. For example, in a home with young children, the material will need to be easy to clean and safe. There are a variety of flooring materials you may consider such as Laminate, Vinyl, and Tiling.

Pink & Blue Modern Shaker Kitchen Madison Range

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Walls

Often walls can be an afterthought due to all the time and money that has been invested in the aforementioned design elements. However, do not underestimate the influence the décor of your walls can have on your kitchen. For example, the decision to use light/dark colours can make your space appear bigger/smaller, while selecting a décor that complements your door colour can help make them pop.

Alana Heritage Green shaker kitchen by The Kitchen Depot with seating area and wooden dining table.