Top Tips When Renovating Your Kitchen

Research styles and trends that interest you

Deciding whether you like a modern, minimalist kitchen or a Hamptons kitchen will dictate the design and can impact budgets. See below for current trends in kitchen design!

Have an idea of budget

Having a budget range will help dictate what is a necessity and what can be negotiated in your kitchen design. This will be different for everyone. To help form a base for this, Exclusiv Kitchens have compiled a pricing guide that can be accessed at https:// www.exclusivkitchens.com.au/exclusiv-kitchenrenovation-pricing-guide/

Pick your designer

Someone who takes their time to come out to your home, sit down and discuss your ideas, and work with you to find the best result is the mark of a good designer. “The most important part of the design is the connection between the homeowners and their space”, says Lauren Gunstone of Exclusiv Kitchens.

Find your appliances asap

Appliances are a major factor to any kitchen. Due to demand and supply factors, there can be quite a wait on many appliances. Having your appliances sorted early will save you time and money and have your kitchen in sooner!

Trades

Recently, sourcing trades (and quality ones at that!) can be a struggle. You want to look for someone who has a reputation for being on-time and has quality behind their name. Some kitchen design firms will have their own team of contracted trades that will take the pressure off.

What’s hot in kitchen design?

Storage solutions: get the most out of your kitchen with innovative solutions, especially troublesome corner spaces

Integrated appliances: hiding appliances, such as dishwashers and fridges, behind cabinetry offers a seamless, modern look

Natural shades: colours like sage green and dark golds bring in a natural element, making for a tranquil space

Black dramatics: introducing black into your kitchen adds a sense of luxe; pairing this with timbers and metal elements makes nothing short of a statement

Feature splashbacks: patterned tiles or marbled stone creates a focal (and talking!) point