KITCHEN STORAGE Comment by Chris Dance Director, InHouse Inspired Room Design
torage is always a top priority when investing in a new kitchen – and nowadays, there is a lot more to choose from than just cupboards and drawers. The range of kitchen storage options has led to greater ability for personalisation, whether that’s for the configuration of drawer pull-outs or even aesthetic choices, like integrated lighting and frosted drawer fronts. The contemporary kitchen fits around the user’s individual needs and desires, rather than the other way round. With so many options on the market, the amount of choice can be overwhelming. With a new kitchen being a significant investment, many people are keen on ensuring that they have enough space for their current and future needs. However, by ensuring that they have space tailored to particular types of item – bulky saucepans, small spice jars, frequently used
Choose storage for lifestyles – and life S
utensils – that keeps these items accessible, their kitchen can develop alongside their lifestyles. For those with plenty of space to spare, walk-in pantries and utility rooms are popular options for maximising functionality. By keeping large white goods and household items like hoovers and ironing boards away from the main cooking area, a significant amount of space becomes free for cooking and dining purposes. This means that – especially important with the rise of open-plan living – kitchen, dining, and living spaces can remain the domain of relaxing and entertaining. Not to mention offering an alternative area for those messier household tasks! Whatever the floorspace, however, I always recommend making the most of the available space. Through using floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, and paying attention to the storage solutions that clients truly need, large and small kitchens alike can remain practical for lifestyles, and life.
Climb the walls – and ceilings – with Schüller vertical storage A
side from the classic wall-hung cabinetry, vertical storage solutions – those mounted on walls, or even ceilings – have long been overlooked. However, for kitchens short on space, they offer a valuable way of maximising every available inch, while remaining stylish. For keeping essentials within immediate reach, open shelving has always been a popular option. Taking this further, however, is Schüller’s wall- hung panel system. Occupying the space between the worktop and the wall unit, it provides space
for hanging a variety of elements ranging from suspended shelves, kitchen roll holder, or even a small panel garden for fresh herbs. With optional integrated lighting in the panel rails, it is a statement piece for any blank wall. If you are looking to make an even greater statement, the ceiling-hung frame rack provides a contemporary, eye-catching centrepiece, especially when mounted over a kitchen island. Use a metal, minimalistic rack to hang pots and pans in a modern, industrial-style kitchen, or a frame with wooden shelving for a softened feel.
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Vertical storage is both an aesthetic and functional choice – climbing the walls, in the most stylish way.
Schüller kitchens are available from their network of independent retailers across the UK and Ireland. For more information, contact InHouse Inspired Room Design.
28 BKU MARCH 2023
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