Top heavy storage
When having the option to redesign a kitchen, remove upper cabinets. If you really need the space then having open shelves is another great trick. This will open up the upper part of the walls and allow light to flow more freely. Alternatively, choose cabinets with glass fronts to maintain storage while still letting light pass through.
Dressing the room
Using something as simple as mirrors in strategic spots makes all the difference. Hang mirrors on walls opposite windows or near rooflights to reflect natural light back into the kitchen. Mirrors can create an illusion of a larger space, enhance the brightness and bring the outside in.
Kitchen garden
Though having your outdoor space visible is wonderful, be sure to trim outdoor vegetation and keep it in order. If there are trees or bushes outside your kitchen window blocking natural light, trim them back to allow more sunlight to enter. Consider planting low-growing shrubs or flowers that won’t obstruct the suns rays. Having a clear path from the kitchen doors through the garden into the distance also gives the illusion of depth.
Although you may want to work on all of these areas, remember that every kitchen is unique, and some options may not be feasible in certain rooms. If you are going to carry out some building work be sure to speak with a professional interior designer or architect who can provide personalised advice based on your kitchen’s layout and your specific needs.
We all spend so much of our lives in our kitchens it’s important to make this room your own and somewhere you love. This is a space associated with nourishment of both our taste buds and our minds. Which is why people enjoy the process of cooking and sharing food with loved ones as it creates a sense of joy and fulfillment.
Feeling at ease in your kitchen and basking in the natural light even on the dullest of days will cheer the soul. This is more than just a functional space. It’s there to encourage creativity, share stories, recipes and create memories.
