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Buyers are looking at properties differently nowadays, says Tim Spann of Keller Kitchens – desiring multi-functional kitchen spaces that work for the whole family. Bearing this in mind, he discusses trends and functionalities to consider.


always something new, and, after a tumultuous couple of years, people are looking to utilise the space in their home to full effect. Choice and flexibility are now needed when a homeowner is considering a new kitchen. The customer is looking for interesting colour and material combina- tions, and there are endless possibilities in terms of design, space and technology available today.


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SOMETHING DIFFERENT The ‘norm’ is no longer desirable – homeowners want their kitchen to stand out among others. Having the standard cabinet size is now not enough for some as they need that extra space, for example – perhaps choosing to have an XXL cabinet to facilitate the larger family. Not everyone wants to have closed doors on their cabinets, so there are further options to have open display units or add a smoked glass door. More and


very year brings a new set of trends. Whether it’s fashion, cars, exercise or kitchens, there is


CHOICE AND FLEXIBILITY ARE NOW NEEDED WHEN A HOMEOWNER IS CONSIDERING A NEW KITCHEN


more properties are now featuring shelves and smart-cubes or open wall units in the likes of black aluminium – as opposed to wall units with closed doors. Ultra-matt kitchens, with different


cabinet colour options, recently rose in popularity, and they are here to stay. The material looks sleek, and it’s easy to clean.


MATERIALITY Choosing a material for a kitchen door is the first step, depending on the budget – after that, the colour can be considered, as most colours come in most finishes


with today’s more flexible manufacturers. The cabinet front colours are obviously the most striking points in a kitchen scheme, so making sure the right colour, or colours, is chosen for the room is essential.


This all depends on the room itself – is


it small and naturally dark with not a lot of daylight? If so, you could choose a brighter shade to give the illusion that the room is larger than it actually is. Larger rooms can get away with a deep navy or even a striking black shade. Kitchens tend to follow other trends such as paint colours for walls. Dark was the latest trend we saw – from statement walls in the living room to kitchen cabinet doors – everyone wanted that deep shade in their homes! Natural wood is another classic trend


that will never stray. Wood effect finishes are very popular right now, especially when used with contrasting colours and materials. To get the full effect, contrast a warm oak finish with a dark shade for the handleless rail profiles, sink and tap, for example.


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