Kitchen bench tops One of the interesting things changing in kitchen designs is the thickness of the bench top. In the past, thicker (or ‘apron’) bench tops were in fashion, but what’s becoming more the rage now is a thinner bench top, of around 12 – 20 mm. Overall, the trends are towards a minimalistic, Read More …
Kitchen Essentials – What kitchen appliances are recommended? When it comes to kitchen appliances, what you ultimately choose will depend on your personal taste and, importantly, on the space you have available to accommodate it. You also need to take into account how many people are going to be using the kitchen and how big Read More …
What are the benefits of a glass kitchen splashback? People like the look and benefits of glass. There’s an aesthetic appeal to a glass splashback. It is clean and contemporary. Glass has a modern feel and is not typically something that you would choose if you were creating a traditional, older, country-style kitchen. Glass Read More …
Surrounded by all the great things that Bondi has to offer, the owners wanted to gut the entire space to create an ultra-modern minimalist look. The freshness of the sea breeze and the sound of waves engulf the room, which influenced the design brief. The main challenge, however, was to create clever use of the Read More …
French provincial kitchens are somewhat quaint and traditional. There is a lot of detail in this style of kitchen design. If you are renovating or remodeling your kitchen, you will notice that typical design features include mantle places, corbels, pilasters and capping. Plate racks and ornate freestanding stoves can also be incorporated. Materials often used Read More …
We have just come back from a great night out at the Kitchen and Bathroom Design industry awards at Noosa. Impala is pleased two of our designers were finalists in various categories. Gloria ended up winning her category of “Design Space” against some well know industry designers – congratulations Gloria. Rashi was the runner up Read More …
Integrating kitchen appliances, namely the fridge, microwave and dishwasher, is fast becoming a popular trend in kitchen design. Doors can conceal appliances so they look like cupboards. A benefit of hiding appliances, particularly in open plan homes, is that it gives a streamlined look and is attractive as it blends in well with furniture. If Read More …
There are a number of factors to consider when deciding on the height to put your rangehood in your new kitchen renovation or remodel. Your kitchen designer will know there are height standards for rangehoods, just as there are for counter tops. This image shows a slideout rangehood. For safety purposes, a rangehood must not Read More …
