There are beautiful kitchens, practical kitchens, kitchens that simply "comply"... and then there are those kitchens that make the difference. Spaces that you fall in love with at first sight and that, when you experience them, become the heart of the house.
So if you are thinking of renovating yours or giving it that final push to have it all, here are three tips that will help you take your kitchen to the next level.
In this article we are going to talk about style, yes, but also about functionality. And for that, nothing better than to look at the work of OB Cocinas distributors.
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1. Make the most of every corner
The key to an efficient kitchen lies in how you make the most of the space. This includes those awkward corners, curved or uneven walls and any space that, on the surface, didn't seem to have much use and was doomed to go to waste. The good news is that with clever design, these "dead spaces" can become real strengths.
A brilliant idea is to create auxiliary areas within the kitchen itself, as our Portuguese distributor i9cozinhas has done; they have turned the space under the staircase into a functional, warm and full of details corner. Thanks to the wooden cladding, integrated lighting and a well thought-out layout, he has created a multifunctional spot: it is both a café area and a wine cellar.
i9cozinhas
Such solutions not only optimise space: they also add design and personality to the kitchen. Because making the most of every square centimetre is much more than just a practical matter.
2. Go for an original design detail
looking for that special something that will make your kitchen stand out? We suggest playing with shapes. Lately, the incorporation of elements with curved lines has been gaining prominence in contemporary interior design. It is a great way of adding dynamism, softening the atmosphere and breaking with the rigidity of straight lines.
It is a trend that we are seeing in living rooms through small pieces of furniture and a multitude of decorative elements such as frames and mirrors; but it is also making its way into kitchens! In small doses, of course.
A good example can be found in this kitchen by HM Carpinteros, where the central island - the undisputed protagonist of the space - includes a cylindrical column covered in wood that gives it a sculptural touch. This curve is not only aesthetic, visually connecting with the rest of the furniture, designed in light tones and natural finishes; it also brings fluidity to the passage.
HM Carpinteros
You don't need to redesign your entire kitchen to introduce a signature look. Sometimes, a single well-chosen element (a worktop with an organic shape, a piece of furniture with a textured finish like those in our new catalogue, an eye-catching lamp) can elevate the whole. Dare to innovate!
3. Integrate appliances for a uniform look
Once again, aesthetics and functionality go hand in hand. By integrating appliances such as dishwashers, fridges or microwaves into the furniture, we achieve a visually cleaner, tidier and more cohesive kitchen; as well as a kitchen that is much easier to clean.
In addition, by hiding these elements, we make other elements gain prominence - such as a special worktop or a decorative glass cabinet - and reinforce the sensation of a kitchen that has been thought through down to the last millimetre. It also facilitates the transition to the open plan living or dining area, as the kitchen becomes a natural extension of the communal space, without visual interruptions.
the result? More elegant, serene and timeless kitchens. And, most importantly, comfortable to use on a day-to-day basis. If you are designing an open or semi-open concept kitchen, integrating appliances is not an option... it is an investment in harmony. If you don't believe us, take a look at this project by our distributor Apal:
Apal
There are no one-size-fits-all recipes in kitchen design. Every home, every lifestyle and every person needs different solutions. But if there is one thing that is clear to us at OB Cocinas is that a well thought-out kitchen is not only beautiful, it also improves your day-to-day life.
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