There is no doubt that kitchens have come a long way over the past century.
From rooms that were essentially tucked away and hidden at the rear of the home, kitchens today are now recognised as a key, integral heart of the home across Australia.
With new home building costs rising along with changes in family dynamics, it is no surprise that kitchen renovations are booming in the Australian DIY kitchen industry. Many homeowners are discovering that renovating a kitchen doesn’t have to be nearly as costly as previously thought.
Why renovate your kitchen?
Victorians are opting to renovate their current kitchen space to both improve functionality and to modernise the kitchen. Changing family dynamics and the trend of flat pack and DIY kitchen specialists to save on your budget are key. The currently trend for young adult children to be staying home longer, and also aged parents to move back into homes to help with childcare and to save money themselves. These trends invariably lead to the necessity of renovating the kitchen space to accommodate changing family dynamics.
This is where Kitchen Shack comes in to save on your budget. Specialising in the design and manufacturing of quality kitchens at affordable prices. With professional designers at each of the five showrooms and manufacturing based in Melbourne ensures a quality kitchen at cost effective prices.
Below are some examples of budget friendly kitchen finishes that show you don’t need to spend a fortune to achieve a beautiful kitchen.
Use of colour and tone in cabinetry
Whilst you can never go wrong with a classic white kitchen, choosing a two different finishes can spark real interest and create a stunning aesthetic.
White gives a clean and fresh look to any kitchen. It works with any cabinetry style and complements any type of kitchen bench. However, by adding a second colour, whether it be pewter, black, spinifex green, an entirely different colour or even a wood-grained look, an entirely new feel is created which in turn adds a sense of luxury and boldness to the kitchen.
Adding a second colour or using two tones, such as two different tones of grey, can make a strong visual statement and add a touch of sophistication to a kitchen.
Should your kitchen have an Island Bench, you may decide to choose a feature colour for your under bench cabinets. Whilst rich colours are on-trend this year, such as Winter Sky, warm Aries, Sage Green and textured wood grained looks, Kitchen Shack also showcases an extensive array of colours to suit everybody’s taste.
Tiles
When selecting a splashback, there is such versatility with tiles and a huge range from which to choose.
They also remain one of the most cost-effective options. Play around with simple tiles such as subway vertical or horizontal, or select from the stylish herringbone, Moroccan fish scale or chevron tiles.
In general, tiles heavier in patterning and texture tend to be more expensive. The simpler the tile, the more affordable, whilst still achieving a great result.
Metallic finishes
Not everyone will love a glossy subway tile. For those who are not fans perhaps consider a stunning metallic finish. There are a range of metallic colours from silvers to warmer golden hues. Different patterns and treatments can produce visually interesting effects that can bring your kitchen to life.
Clever use of lighting
Clever choice of lighting can transform your kitchen.
The selection of the type of lighting as well as the positioning of the lighting itself, can create warmth and highlight different parts of your kitchen. For example, using rope LED lights around the base of cabinetry creates a beautiful ambience, whilst LED strips beneath top cabinets can illuminate work spaces and brighten dark corners.
Laminate Benchtops
Granite and marble are costly so choose less expensive options such as hard-wearing timber laminate benchtops. They are extremely durable and visually appealing. Available in many different colours and styles to choose from. Stunning laminate benchtops not only look gorgeous, but are practical and suit the tightest of budgets.
Get more kitchen renovation inspiration from Kitchen Shack.
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