A round-up of our most popular new kitchen design articles from across the years.
We’ve created tonnes of useful articles over the last few years. So we thought it was time for a round up. That way you can easily find what you’re looking for, whatever stage of your new kitchen design journey you’re at.
Designing your dream kitchen
When it’s time for a new kitchen it can be easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of options. From materials and colours, to choices of appliances and trending ideas.
Our advice is to start by thinking about what you actually need from your new room. The non-negotiables. Do you need a design that supports a disability, or a stress-free kitchen that will support your mental health?
Try our Ultimate Guide to Kitchen Design on Pinterest if you need to store and organize all your ideas. And remember, if there are lots of specific things you’d like to include in your design, a bespoke kitchen could be the best choice.
Planning & decision making
As you go through the process of designing your kitchen, you’ll need to start making some more specific decisions. Many of which will require a little research.
We suggest starting with these 3 questions about what you want from your new kitchen. Then it’s time to really flesh out your available budget. It’s never easy, no matter the size of your room. But we’ve got this advice if you need some budget tips to help you get the most out of your large kitchen design.
Meanwhile, if you’ve heard about volatile organic compounds (VOCs), but you’re not sure how worried you should be, have a read of our article about VOC safety. You’ll find out more about choosing a kitchen that produces the lowest VOC emissions on the market today. And why that’s great news for both your family’s health and the environment as a whole.
Practical ideas
Now it’s time to work out some of the practical aspects of your new kitchen design. And let’s face it, there are innumerable things to be thinking about here.
If you’re wondering about choosing your worktops, try this guide to standard worktop heights, thicknesses and depths. It’ll help you make the best decision in terms of aesthetics, functionality and budget. Plus, if you’re thinking of including a boiling water tap, why not read this article as a great introduction.
And in terms of practical advice for kitchen design, nothing comes higher on our clients’ lists than storage. How to create more, how to make the most of what you have, and how to incorporate creative tricks. This expert article about maximising kitchen storage will give you all the info you need.
Exploring trends
Some trends come and go, others stick around for the longer term. It can be hard to know which will go the distance. so our advice is to do your research, think about whether you’re choosing a trend for trend’s sake, or because it’s really something you love and feel will work for your home and your lifestyle.
We’ve created numerous trend-led articles over the years. So have a read, if you’re considering a kitchen island, but wondering if it would feel like a waste of space, if you’re thinking about including a Butler’s cupboard but want some ideas about how to make it work in your design. Or if you fancy trying the outdoor kitchen trend – creating a truly sociable entertaining space in your back garden.
Embracing sustainability
Is sustainability important to you, when it comes to creating your new kitchen design?
We’ve created plenty of articles to help you make the most environmentally friendly decisions and ensure your choice of kitchen doesn’t damage your eco-credentials.
Try this article about designing a truly sustainable kitchen, this one about creating an energy-saving kitchen and this more general round up of our favourite 15 tips to help you create a more eco-friendly kitchen.
Appreciating Koivu’s craftmanship
If you’re interested in exploring whether a Koivu kitchen could be the right choice for your project, start here. In our blog archives and gallery you’ll find numerous case studies, like the one about this black and white kitchen in Whitstable and this kitchen designed for a self-build, as well as one of our most popular and eye-catching case studies about this cheerful yellow kitchen.
You can also follow the journey of a bespoke Koivu kitchen in this article that takes you behind the scenes.
How to get started with Koivu
Head to this article – So you want a Koivu kitchen design, what next? To find out how our new kitchen design process works.
And don’t forget, you’re always welcome to visit our mini showroom to see (and feel) a Koivu kitchen in the wild. We’ll be happy to show you round and talk design plans. After all, getting us involved at the very start of the process is the best way to make sure things go smoothly. Get in touch for a chat today.
