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What to consider when building your kitchen
The golden rules of kitchen design.
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When designing your kitchen, focus on the 'work triangle'—the efficient placement of your sink, fridge, and oven—for a functional layout.
Choose appliances based on your lifestyle first, then maximize storage with smart cabinetry like full-depth pull-outs. For surfaces, select durable flooring and the best quality benchtop your budget allows. A well-planned lighting scheme using a mix of ambient, task, and accent lights is also essential for creating a safe and functional cooking space.
Creating the most functional layout
The 2023 Kitchen of the Year, Speargrass House Kitchen by Arent&Pyke sits within a refined Queenstown home. As an open plan it communicates perfectly with its surrounding zones and creates a family hub that is personable and grounded.
Everything and the kitchen sink
This kitchen, in Wings Over Water House in Queenstown by Kamermans Architects, is defined by a dark and moody material palette within a highly sculptural home. Image: David Straight
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