Book an appointment to visit Surreal Designs in Galway where one of our kitchen consultants will assist and share a range of kitchen designs and concepts with you. Have a browse through some of our favourite recently completed kitchens and get advice and tips from our customers before you embark on your own kitchen design. Browse our site and explore our kitchens, then book a consultation with our designers.
Now there are secondary dishwashers and secondary sinks, coffee makers, and secondary cooking positions. Most kitchens have some kind of significant seating area or congregation area as well. Pay attention to simple symmetry to create balance,’ says Bob Bakes, co-founder and head of design at Bakes & Kropp. ‘It’s an ideal space for adding or defining personality, so a clever combination of colors, textures, and patterns can create a luxurious look that defines the room. In this case, our team had fun using the Cambria countertop material not only for the countertops, but also up the wall for the backsplash. We brought it to the ceiling for an elegant and sophisticated look that brings the space together,’ says Natalie Zirbel, ASID, lead interior designer, Zirbel Architect.
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The mainstay of minimalist kitchen design is simple flat-fronted cabinetry – it’s a sleek look and one that is ageing incredibly well. In fact, much of what we consider to be modern design dates back to the 1930s. Even the sleek, handleless cabinets so typical of modern kitchen design right now have been around since the 1960s. Generally retro is a term used to describe the aesthetic of the Mid-20th century – a transformative design period in kitchen design. At the beginning of the century, kitchens were largely utilitarian spaces furnished with freestanding pieces such as dressers and prep tables and open shelving with hanging pots and pans.
- The space features an eye-catching mix of materials, including oak, stainless steel, powder-coated steel, marble, and recycled acrylic.
- Two-tone cabinets allow you to add color without going all-in, plus it adds contrast to your kitchen.
- Here, Cedar & Oak adds subtle color by painting the underside of the island a soft sage green.
- On maximizing the potential of statement ceilings, architectural practice SPPARC has the drop.
- We love these natural-textured shades that complement the grounded vibe of the kitchen.
The marble backsplash seamlessly transitions into the countertop while the herringbone accent tile adds interesting character. Rustic wood beams installed along the walls of this farmhouse kitchen provide a worn, lived-in look. Opt for a freestanding table instead of a traditional kitchen island. This can double as a workplace for all your kitchen creations and a gathering place for a sit-down family dinner. Traditional French and contemporary American kitchen styles share little in common.