by Morag Kenneth | May 2, 2017 | Blog
With many of us already looking forward to brighter, lighter and sunnier days, now’s the perfect time to start thinking about injecting elements of light and sunshine into your home. From giving your kitchen cabinets a new and exciting make-over through to incorporating a bold accent colour into your space, the possibilities are endless when it comes to giving your kitchen a fresh lease of life in time for the new season. Here’s our guide to some of the ways that you can brighten and lighten your kitchen this summer… Give your cabinets a makeover Crisp white interiors are everywhere this season and refreshing dark and tired looking cabinets with a coat of bright white paint is a great way adding fresh, modern and simple appeal to your kitchen. Choose a bold accent colour When it comes to breathing new life into your kitchen this summer, opting for a bright, bold accent colour is a great way of adding a new dimension to your home. From turquoise and orange through to yellow and green, a statement accent colour will transform your space in an instant! You could even incorporate matching pots, pans, utensils and other accessories to match your exciting new colour scheme! Let in lots of natural light! Natural light sources instantly make a room feel brighter, lighter and bigger, especially if you are working with a small kitchen space. So this summer, let as much natural light into your home as possible by embracing any natural light sources! Take a look around your kitchen and remove objects such as decorative items on your windowsill, dark and imposing...
by Morag Kenneth | Apr 27, 2017 | Blog
Whilst glossy, light and bright colours have long been the go-to for kitchen cabinets, over recent years, we’ve seen a substantial increase in the popularity of dark kitchens. A great way to create a cosy, warm feel, dark kitchen cabinets make a bold statement and will totally transform the look and feel of your kitchen. From warm greys, blue hues, and navy tones, through to deep forest greens, and rich almost black shades, there’s are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to selecting a dark colour for your kitchen cabinets. Here are just some of the reasons to fall in love with dark kitchen cabinets… They make a statement Dark cabinets are an easy way to make a bold statement in your kitchen. Whether you’re starting from scratch or giving your old cabinets a makeover, opting for dark cabinets will give your space a bold, sophisticated look. They’re versatile Dark cabinets can be set against almost any colour to give a sleek and stylish look – they look particularly good alongside lighter, brighter colours. This gives you so many options for your appliances, worktops, and accessories. They’re chic One of the newest trends to take the interiors world by storm, dark kitchen cabinets give a chic, stylish, and elegant feel to any kitchen space – adding an element of boutique luxury. And here are our top tips for getting the most out of your dark kitchen cabinets… Let them shine When you opt for bold, dark cabinets, they demand (and deserve!) to be the centre of attention in your kitchen. So, to allow them to shine,...
by Morag Kenneth | Apr 20, 2017 | Blog
With summer on the horizon, there are a whole host of new interiors design trends just waiting to be explored. From bathroom and kitchens, through to bedrooms and living rooms, there’s plenty of ways to update your favourite spaces, whether you’re looking for a total transformation or simply some fresh new touches. But what’s trending for interiors right now? Welcome to the Jungle The tropical trend is everywhere right now! Summer might not always be as warm and sunny as we’d like, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t inject a generous dose of tropical style indoors! From exotic prints and whimsical wallpapers, through to intriguing accessories and bold printed tiles, there are plenty of exciting ways to introduce this red hot trend into your home this summer. Bring the outside in Continuing with the tropical theme, nature is trending big time this summer! And the good news is, this trend is incredibly easy to replicate in any room in your home – think an abundance of plants and floral prints as well as a colour palette of cool blues, greens, greys, and pearly whites. We particularly love using this trend to create a contemporary design statement in the bathroom, where you can inject elements of the look with reflective surfaces, botanical motifs, and coastal colours. Retro styling Quirky coloured fabrics, oversized geometric patterns, leafy green old school plants, and bold 70’s and 80’s styled colour palates are trending right now! This trending look will work in any space in your home. A simple way to get the look is to create a geometric wall using blocks of vivid...
by Morag Kenneth | Apr 13, 2017 | Blog
With a little one on the way, it can be difficult to know how to get all your ducks in a row before the big arrival. As a new mum, your home is going to be your sanctuary for a while, so it’s important to get it baby-ready beforehand to prevent any unnecessary stress. Baby proofing This is probably the most important and obvious way to prepare for baby’s arrival. Although the most drastic baby proofing comes when the little one can crawl and move about, it will still put your mind at ease to check the house is safe before you bring your new born home. This could be making sure that you’ve got a safe cot and baby bath, checking all fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are in working order, or making sure there’s no loose paint or fittings in the home that could harm your baby. It will help ease your mind and make the first few weeks a lot easier. Optimising storage and getting organised Sorry to break it to you, but having a new born is probably going to mean your house isn’t as tidy as you want it to be for a while. Getting your home tidy and organised before the arrival can help prevent stress in the first few weeks. To prepare for the long term, optimising the space you’ve got with fitted wardrobes can really help. They can utilise your space, provide much needed extra storage for baby’s things, mean less cleaning so less stress, and offer the perfect place to hide all the clutter- which for a new mum,...
by Morag Kenneth | Apr 6, 2017 | Blog
Remodelling your kitchen is a big commitment. And, with many of us only refurbishing this space a handful of times during our lifetime, it’s important that you make design choices that will last. After all, with home interior trends changing seasonally, it’s important that your kitchen will stand the test of time. But that’s not all… your kitchen can also significantly affect the value of your home. With this in mind, it’s vital that it is not only aesthetically pleasing and functional, but also that it is universally appealing. So we’ve created a helpful guide to 5 kitchen trends with staying power, allowing you to create a kitchen space that will look great, perform well, and most importantly, stand the test of time: Pick the right colour When it comes to choosing the right colour scheme for your new kitchen, natural shades are always best if you want to optimise longevity. From crisp whites to natural greys, these shades never lose their timeless appeal and, as luck would have it, they’re also two of the fastest growing colour schemes of this year! Embrace contemporary design Sleek, stylish, and sophisticated, if you’re looking to optimise the staying power of your kitchen, it certainly pays to invest in modern design rather than traditional interiors. Many designers have predicted that clean simple lines and modern aesthetics are here to stay for the foreseeable. What’s more, non-cluttered, contemporary design always looks clean and sleek. Choose Quartz worktops Your kitchen is one of the busiest living spaces in your home, so it’s important that it’s functional, aesthetically pleasing ,and designed to optimise longevity and...
by Morag Kenneth | Apr 2, 2017 | Blog
Whether you’re moving into a new house, or redesigning a room in your current home, space is always an important factor to consider. What furniture is going to help make the most of the space you have? How are you going to keep everything in one place without your storage bursting at the seams? If you haven’t considered the benefits of installing a fitted wardrobe in your home, we’d highly recommend you do! Utilise space The most obvious benefit of a fitted wardrobe is that they can optimise the space you have in your home. Unlike a free-standing wardrobe, they can be measured to fit perfectly, with no wasted gaps at each side. Utilised space means extra storage, which is always a bonus. There’s also none of the fear you get with buying a free-standing wardrobe- that it’ll be too big and overpowering for a space, or too small and overshadowed by other furniture. A fitted wardrobe will fit smoothly into the design of your room, creating a stress-free way to store and organise clothes and family belongings. Customisable A fitted wardrobe is designed and tailored to your specific needs. It can be frustrating when you can’t find the perfect free-standing wardrobe with all the compartments, rails or shelving you need. With a fitted wardrobe, you can design the space inline with your requirements, whether that means a shoe rack, added shelves for extra storage, or longer rails for more clothes. Frustrated that you can never find a wardrobe with the perfect sized mirror? With a fitted wardrobe you can have the mirrors you desire. As well as allowing...
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