Kitchen design

In the first of our eight-part series on adding value to your home, our expert looks at the importance of kitchens.

We've cast our eye over global trends to predict what's hot right now

Over the past four months, we’ve asked readers to select the nation’s favourite interior products. Here’s what’s hot in kitchen, bathroom, living room and bedroom spaces.

Dreaming of a Hamptons kitchen? Here are the 7 key elements you’ll need to master the effortless East Coast stylePhotographer: Dave Wheeler Your checklist to creating a classic Hamptons style kitchen Laid-back but polished Hamptons-inspired interiors are one of the most timeless decorating styles in homes and there are few more quintessential aspects of a […]

Thinking of adding an island or updating your existing one? We ask kitchen designers the burning questions about what’s hot and what to consider when installing one A kitchen island is the hub of any kitchen, offering both work and entertaining space in one multi-functional area. It’s a place to chat to the kids after […]

The kitchen is the heart of the home and the centre of the party. Here’s how to design a space that’s made for food, friends and fun. Whether you’re channelling Nigella Lawson or serving a few steaks and sausages off the barbeque, the kitchen is where it all starts and ends. Therefore, it needs to […]

Creating the kitchen of your dreams can be easier than you think! As we spend more and more time at home, it’s becoming far more important that we create a space that is both inspiring and rejuvenating.  Updating your kitchen cabinetry can be a fantastic way to give your kitchen an entirely new look and […]

It’s a necessary feature, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be design-conscious and stylish too. Here’s how this undermount sink can elevate your kitchen look When it comes to the kitchen, every element should work in unison to ensure a beautiful cohesive design. Your granite or marble benchtop should be a stand-out feature in the busiest […]

Don’t let your dream kitchen turn into a disaster, here are the seven most common kitchen design mistakes – and how to make sure you avoid them Renovating or building a kitchen is a big, expensive job, so you want to make sure that whatever changes you make add value to your home and have […]

When it comes to your making a kitchen benchtop material comparison, do the research first. It’s one of the most hard-working surfaces in your home. Here’s help to choose your material wisely and get the best kitchen benchtop material for your needs. No longer shut away behind closed doors, modern kitchens not only where meals […]

Kitchen design never looked so sweet If you are looking for kitchen design inspiration, Kaboodle Kitchens are serving up contemporary kitchen looks in the hottest colourways with their new trends range, which is a celebration of organic and grounding palettes with colours from greens and greys, to subtle pinks and metallics. The range is inspired […]

This kitchen plays on form and colour to create a space ripe for entertaining. See why its our second 2021 Resene Colour Home Awards here As a designer, Emily Legget sees a lot of white kitchens. In fact, she reckons they occupy 95 percent of her work. Her own kitchen is not white. “I like […]

A centrepiece of activity that combines beauty with function – what’s not to like? Fun fact: people spend up to 60 percent of their time in the kitchen at the sink. Which is why having a highly performing sink that adds to the aesthetics of your kitchen makes complete sense. SILGRANIT® sinks from BLANCO are […]

Welcoming and entertaining friends for a long lunch is one of the joys of summer. With these smart appliances its even easier A lazy Sunday lunch or casual Friday night dinner with friends is always a fun thing to do in summer.  What’s not to enjoy about chilled prosecco, lasagne and simple green salad for […]

It’s the heart of the home, so make sure it’s a space that’s suited to your family’s lifestyle. Here are five ways to customise your kitchen You’ve heard it before, but it doesn’t make it any less true; the kitchen is the heart of the home. This may be especially true for Kiwis. With a […]

Be inspired by these four design trends, whether a kitchen renovation is on the cards, or you’re simply looking for stylish updates 1. French country heritage Painted cabinetry allows you to completely customise your palette as the options are far less restrictive than melamine, formica or stained timber when it comes to colour. To enhance […]

Connection is key in this modern kitchen in Remuera, designed by Shane George. See how they achieved this sleek, clean look below Designed to cater for a busy family, a beautifully proportioned modern kitchen played a pivotal role in the major renovation of this large bungalow in the Auckland suburb of Remuera. The owners’ brief […]

A kitchen should last at least 15 years, so it’s essential to make sure it’s planned correctly from the word go. Proper preparation will help you to make sensible decisions, from beautiful design to practical daily use. Here are some tips to ensure your kitchen will be right for you, now and in the future […]

Meticulous planning is the key to creating a new kitchen that looks great and functions efficiently John van Doormaal from Innovative Kitchens has learned a thing or two about kitchen design during his more than 30 years in the business. He shares his top tips for creating a super-successful new kitchen: 1. Research Do as […]

Designer Natalie Du Bois took an awkward, cramped 1980’s kitchen and turned it into a modern, streamlined space perfect for a growing family This kitchen by Du Bois Design proves family-friendly living can be stylish With a toddler walking around on shaky legs and another baby on the way, updating the small, awkward 1980’s kitchen, which […]

Your kitchen is often the most hardworking room of your home. Discover how the right design can help make living easy for you and your family How to design a kitchen that works for you and your family There was a time when planning a kitchen was relatively simple. First, you chose a layout: U […]

The owner and mastermind behind this fresh and elegant designer kitchen shares the pros, cons and money-saving tips for creating a kitchen that fulfilled her needs and budget  All you need to know about installing a new kitchen Who lives here?  Stacey Stanborough – founder of interior design company Grace By Design. You have installed […]

Simple, versatile and effortlessly beautiful, Shaker design remains a popular choice for kitchens. Here’s how to recreate the look using interior designer Vanessa Nouwens’ top tips Shaker is a style classic for a reason There are so many kitchen designs, but Shaker design has stood the test of time for its classic good looks and great […]

A budget of $36,000 and input from designers at DJ Cabinetry have resulted in this Scandi-style kitchen with a roomy scullery At a glance Who lives here? Fleur Clough (recruitment consultant at Eclipse Recruitment), husband Anthony (client relationship manager for directional drillers CDS), Emma, 1, and Persian cats Kinda and Lilly Bear. Where is your home? Red […]

Another property in our real-estate watch series, this inner-city apartment feels like a New York penthouse landed in Auckland city The stats Location: Auckland CBD, Metropolis Residences Size: 330 sqm, located high up on the 32nd floor Kitchen designed by: Vastu Shastra and Feng Shui are incorporated harmoniously for the design of the spacious, state-of-the-art designer kitchen. […]