SPACE SAVING
Creative kitchens: Making the most of small spaces
W
ith experts predicting a huge rise in multigenerational living,
architects and property developers have a major task on their hands to reflect these new lifestyle trends. According to ONS, there are currently 11.8
Comment by Natalie Davenport Head of Marketing, Häfele
million people over 65 in the UK and this is expected to reach 18.5 million by 2040. With house prices and the cost of living ever-increasing, it’s becoming more and more common for multiple generations to live together under one roof. Whether it’s due to people caring for their elderly relatives, Millennials lingering longer at their parents’ home to save for a house deposit, or people suddenly finding themselves out of work due to COVID-19, there are all kinds of different factors that are shaping households across the UK. But while we’re seeing a rising trend for
multigenerational living, properties aren’t necessarily reflecting the need for more space. In fact, the size of our homes has been spiralling downward since the 1980s. Back then, the average lounge and kitchen was 15 per cent bigger than what we live in today.
And if we think about rooms like the kitchen,
these are now much more than simply a place to cook. Larger, open plan rooms are much more popular these days; spaces that serve multiple purposes from eating to socialising, working to exercising. Over recent months, we’ve seen this trend accelerate with remote working and home schooling a common occurrence, with many people expecting some of our ‘new normals’ to last beyond the lockdown. As a result of these evolving living arrangements
and changing lifestyles, space-saving fixtures, fittings and appliances that maximise every square inch are crucial as residents strive for flexible rooms that are adaptable to suit different ages and activities. When space is at a premium, clever storage
can transform the function and look of a kitchen. There are now so many innovative, space-saving solutions available that are designed to make the most of every inch available, while meeting the needs of modern households and without compromising on style.
How to maximise your space with Häfele O
ne way Häfele has responded to the rising demand for flexibility in the
home is through developing a wide range of sliding door gear. Products vary from traditional systems to technological solutions, such as e-drive wardrobes. Pocket doors, for example, allow users to break up large, open plan areas for different uses, whether you want a bigger space for a big family gathering, or to create smaller snugs to act as playrooms or home offices.
Sliding doors can also be used in furniture too.
There are all kinds of possibilities, such as creating a hidden desk within a cupboard, or concealing TVs and other electrical devices when not in use.
Larders Larders offer flexibility when it comes to storage in the kitchen. There are options available that can fill slim gaps in between cupboards and offer a layered basket system so users can easily store and access different items. For gallery kitchens, a
swing out larder – which pulls a set of stacked drawers toward the homeowner, with the door of the larder swinging out to lean against the cupboard next to it – could be a great way to utilise the space effectively. If retailers want to help their customers design
their dream kitchens, Häfele has introduced a kitchen planning tool. It guides users through designing the perfect space that is both functional and stylish.
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32 BKU AUGUST 2020
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