December 2018

While we absolutely love the new trends emerging in kitchen design for 2019 and beyond, there’s something timelessly charming about a country-style kitchen. Rustic and inviting, the country style immediately makes you feel at home - so it’s a kitchen that everyone in the family will enjoy. Though the country look is timeless, there are some modern features that bring country kitchens into 2019. Here’s how to do it: Ditch Cabinets in Favour of Open Shelving Country kitchens are all about the kitschy, cosy feel - so having your homewares and crockery on display helps to make the space feel lived-in and give it some personality of its own. If open shelving doesn’t work for you, glass-front cabinets can still give the same effect. Installing display hooks for things like your mugs or tea-towels not only add to the look, but are convenient too. Incorporate Antiques Give your modern

Finally jumping into a renovation is usually the last in a series of steps - setting a budget, chatting to an expert, settling on your design preferences and setting a timeframe. So it’s no surprise that we often end up pushing our renovation back into the new year, making it a project for the next 12 months. No matter where you are up to in your renovation planning, here are our tips on how to get the wheels moving on your project this summer. Pick High Impact Changes First Nothing feels as satisfying as finally making that change you’ve been dying to make in your kitchen. And studies show that a feeling of achievement can be one of the most powerful motivators. Get your renovation off on the right foot by starting with changes that make a big difference. Painting the walls, switching out your cabinetry or installing

At the start of each year, we’re often looking to set resolutions for ourselves - and these often involve leading a healthier lifestyle. A great place to start your commitment to living healthier is in your kitchen. An emerging trend in kitchen design is the ‘wellness kitchen,’ the concept of conceptualising your kitchen around a healthier and more environmentally friendly lifestyle. We take a look at some of the elements of the wellness kitchen that can help you lead a healthier lifestyle in 2019 and beyond. Make Healthy Choices Visible It’s a well-known merchandising strategy - customers won’t buy what they can’t see. But this is well-rooted in psychology - we’re more likely to engage with the things right in front of us. Influence your eating choices by putting healthy options front-and-centre. Keep a fruit bowl on the bench for a convenient snack option Grow some herbs on