5 ways to make a statement in the kitchen

Discover the best ways to boost one of your home’s most important rooms

Foodie or not, the kitchen is a key room in the house. After all, it’s not just a place to cook in – it’s also a sociable space for family catch ups after long days of work or school. It’s also tricky to strike exactly the right balance between function and style in the room that’s often considered the heart of the home.

Luckily, we have five ideas that will help you make a statement in your kitchen, whether you’re looking to completely replace it or simply freshen it up with a facelift.

1. STYLISH SPLASHBACKS

Whether you go for tiles or an alternative like glass, a unique splashback is a great way to add some colour, texture and patterns to your kitchen. Why not go bold with a Moroccan inspired pattern, or modern with a mirrored splashback, for a stylish and quick kitchen update.

2. SOPHISTICATED ‘SHELFIES’

The shelf selfie, the ‘shelfie’, is the latest Instagram and Pinterest interior trend. It’s all about exposed shelving, on which you can display your best dishes, utensils and cookbooks. Perhaps not for everyone, but it is great for adding a rustic or relaxed feel to the kitchen.

3. CREATIVE COLOURS

When it’s time to freshen up the wall paint or invest in new cabinets and countertops, get adventurous with colour combos. You can always go for something classic, like greys and marble, or try something a bit different with copper finishes and pops of dark green or blue.

4. TRENDY TAPS

Why go for the boring option when you can make a statement with your sink taps instead? From matte black to brushed steel, copper or gold, choose a finish which complements the materials used elsewhere in your kitchen (like the cupboard handles, for example).

5. AMAZING APPLIANCES

Instant boiling and sparkling water taps, robotic vacuum cleaners, Smart Samsung fridges with cameras that let you check in on what you’re missing when you’re at the shop – there’s lots of technology out there to make using and looking after your kitchen super easy.