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What to consider when building your kitchen
The golden rules of kitchen design.

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When designing a kitchen, focus on creating a functional layout. The work triangle principle, connecting the sink, fridge, and oven, is a great guide for efficiency.
Select appliances that suit your lifestyle first, as this will dictate your storage needs. Maximize cabinetry with features like full-depth pull-outs. For surfaces, choose hard-wearing materials for benchtops and flooring. Finally, implement a layered lighting scheme with ambient, task, and accent lights to ensure your kitchen is both safe and inviting.
Creating the most functional layout
The 2023 Kitchen of the Year, Speargrass House Kitchen by Arent&Pyke sits within a refined Queenstown home. As an open plan it communicates perfectly with its surrounding zones and creates a family hub that is personable and grounded.
Everything and the kitchen sink
This kitchen, in Wings Over Water House in Queenstown by Kamermans Architects, is defined by a dark and moody material palette within a highly sculptural home. Image: David Straight
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