Top 10 Kitchen Design Styles
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They say the kitchen is the heart of the home. But why not make it a showcase space as well? Whether your tastes are traditional or contemporary, we've whipped up the top 10 kitchen styles to whet your design appetite.
1. Go Gray
White kitchens have been the staple style for eons. But there's a new shade on the block and it's sophisticated and deliciously understated: glorious gray. It looks particularly pretty paired with timber features.
2. Get Glossy
Matte may look smart, but glossy is glam. A shiny, pristine kitchen is sure to turn heads and keep every cook happy. Pair a glossy all-white space with stainless steel appliances and a dark or light floor.
3. Bold Black and White
It's a classic contrasting combination for a reason: a black and white kitchen is modern yet retro, so it won't date and can be paired with a range of color pops. For a twist, go with white cabinetry, contrasting with black benchtops, a black oven and black rangehood.
4 At Home in the Country
You don't have to live in the country to live the country life. A cozy farmhouse kitchen is warm and welcoming. Best of all, you can play around with texture, materials and cabinetry. Try rustic recycled timbers, shabby chic and an eclectic mix of dinnerware and utensils; paired with pastels for a pretty touch.
5. Get Industrial
An industrial style kitchen combines the best elements of modern design: sturdy and soft, dark and light, sheen and matte. Think recycled woods, steel, brickwork and tiles. Contrast timber floorboards with stainless steel appliances for a rustic style.
6. Mediterranean
Long lunches in the south of France. Sipping a crisp white in a Spanish kitchen. Transport yourself to the Mediterranean with a timeless villa-esque kitchen. Color is key rich rusty reds and cobalt, warm wood and a little turquoise or purple.
7. By the Beach
Create a kitchen with a chilled coastal vibe. With white as the base, build upon it with sand and cool blue hues. Add wicker furniture, seagrass matting, breezy sheer curtains and let in loads of natural light.
8. Be Bold with Blue
Break up an all-white space with a jolt of joyful blue. Mix it up with blue pendant lights, cookware or benchtops.
9. Vintage Walls
Wallpaper is here to stay, and has found its way into the kitchen. With a grey, white or stainless steel base, add silvery blue, green or purple wallpaper. It's contemporary and classic at the same time.
10. Sneaky Storage
Rounding out the top 10 kitchen design styles is a space that features clever storage. Think multi-tiered drawers, spice drawers, pull-out pantries and custom storage solutions.