Recipe for success
Dreaming of your very own designer kitchen?
Here are the essential ingredients for crafting a swoon-worthy space.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH Lux Interiors. • STORY Elizabeth Clarke
The kitchen is where dinner is served, homework gets done, friends gather for drinks, and family come together for the most special of occasions. As the busiest space in the house, it also reflects your style and how you live each day.
"For people who love to cook, entertain or simply spend a lot of time in their kitchen, it's important it is timeless, sophisticated and easy to navigate," says Pen Melis, principal interior designer at Lux Interiors. "Like a beautiful meal, a designer kitchen requires the right ingredients."
We asked Pen for her recipe for the ultimate dream kitchen that will showcase beauty and functionality for years to come.
Investment in luxury
A beautiful and functional kitchen should be designed to make life calmer, comfier, and stylish. "A designer kitchen is a significant investment, and achieving the desired level of luxury requires careful budgeting and planning," says Pen. "High-end materials, fine craftsmanship, and professional design are all essential to creating a kitchen that aligns with your expectations.”
Endless counter space, seamless cabinetry, integrated pulls, marble waterfall islands, and jaw-dropping appliances make your kitchen gorgeous and more valuable, shoring up an investment in your home and future.
Photo by Silvertone Photography
Bespoke layout
"Your kitchen's floorplan and positioning in your home significantly impact overall functionality, convenience and design," says Pen.
Determining the best layout, materials and style for your kitchen depends on your taste and lifestyle, and how you plan to use the space. "The layout plays a pivotal role in achieving the best flow and functionality," agrees Pen. "The most suitable kitchen layout depends on the available space and your needs. The placement of key functionalities in a kitchen is integral to creating a successful space."
Designer kitchens, especially ones used to entertain, include a scullery or butler's pantry that allows functional items, such as the coffee machine, microwave, dishwasher, generous storage and an extra sink, to remain discreet and out of view. It's a layout best suited to an airy, spacious floorplan, though if space is limited, integrating these functionalities behind beautiful cabinetry is the perfect solution.
Photo by Silvertone Photography
Timeless design
Kitchen trends come and go, so investing in a traditional kitchen that combines a classic colour and material palette, elegant hardware and seamless functionality is a no-brainer.
"A kitchen renovation is a significant investment, so it's essential to make sure it looks great now and in years to come," says Pen. "This doesn't mean you have to sacrifice personal style. Calm, beauty and practicality are essential for a designer kitchen and a Lux professional designer can assist you in creating a space that's timeless and reflects your taste and lifestyle."
Consider fluted glass fronts for cabinetry, statement pendant lights, and beautifully veined stone for benchtops and splashbacks. Combined, they create a kitchen as stylish today as it will be years from now.
Photo by Silvertone Photography
Quality craftsmanship
There are kitchens, and then there are designer kitchens. What sets them apart? Meticulous attention to detail, a flawless finish and an innate understanding of the materials can only be achieved by the most experienced expert craftsmen.
"It's the secret ingredient to achieving the highest kitchen standard," says Pen. "Custom cabinetry, intricate details and precise construction are essential for creating a visually stunning and functional space. As experienced designers and builders, we bring a unique perspective to your custom kitchen project, applying creative thinking and practical strategies to achieve your desired outcome.”
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