This modern family kitchen has the ultimate minimalist style
Textured marble, warm oak and polished concrete combine to create a family kitchen with the most impeccable minimalist style This modern family kitchen has the ultimate minimalist style Who lives...
View ArticleThis luxurious kitchen gives storage a stylish edge
Decadent marble and gold detailing add a luxurious flourish to the clever design of this Auckland kitchen. Here’s how to merge function and style in your home This luxurious kitchen gives storage a...
View ArticleThis Auckland villa’s kitchen blends modern style with a heritage feel
Thanks to extensive planning and considered material choices, this Auckland villa welcomes a new kitchen addition in a seamless merger This Auckland villa’s kitchen blends modern style with a...
View Article8 ways to update a rented kitchen
There is often not much we can do about a neglected rental kitchen – not without landlord permission, which depending on your situation, can range from difficult to near-impossible to get. However,...
View ArticleFunctional storage is given a heritage feel in this kitchen redesign
Thanks to a bespoke solution, this kitchen redesign was able to create a clever, functional space with ample storage and a heritage feel Functional storage is given a heritage feel in this kitchen...
View Article4 simple style hacks you should use in your small kitchen
From sleek finishes to clever storage, these four clever design hacks will help you to to create small kitchen that’s big on style 4 simple style hacks you should use in your small kitchen 1. Add some...
View ArticleThis kitchen renovation is all about functional style with a dash of glam
This “reno-crazy” couple relied on DIY, with help from family and friends, to create a stylish open-plan kitchen in their 1950s New Plymouth home This kitchen renovation is all about functional style...
View ArticleHow to design a dream kitchen that you’ll love for years to come
Whether you’re looking for a small on-trend update or you want to do a complete overhaul of your kitchen, we’ll help you break the process down into stages How to design a dream kitchen that you’ll...
View ArticleA simple splashback switch gave this home a refreshing new look
This Point Chevalier home proves that small changes can make a huge difference. Check out the before and after pictures and get inspired for your own kitchen project A simple splashback switch gave...
View ArticleA 1920s bungalow kitchen has balanced modern living with heritage style
A modest reno to their near-original 1920s bungalow kitchen has made daily life a little bit easier for this modern family Snapshot Scott Cassidy, owner of Cassidy & Co, Nerissa Cassidy, marketing...
View ArticleThis small Lower Hutt kitchen is unrecognisable after its fresh makeover
Thanks to a crisp, clean reno, this 1920s brick bungalow in Lower Hutt is now equipped for entertaining. Check out the impressive before and after pics This small Lower Hutt kitchen is unrecognisable...
View ArticleThe renovation of this villa’s kitchen is inspired by heritage style
Discover how a clever new layout and plenty of TLC helped to bring this character-filled kitchen into the 21st century Snapshot Who lives here? Marc Becker, senior infrastructure engineer, Mirelle...
View Article4 classic kitchen designs that will bring on-trend style to your home
Fed up with tired cabinets and dated decor? It’s easy to give your kitchen some sizzle with these on-trend style updates and mini makeover ideas 1. Modern luxe This look is all about luxurious...
View ArticleHow to embrace retro style in your kitchen
Old kitchens are full of character but can lack modern functionality. Fi shows us how to enjoy retro style and make the best of dated decor How to embrace retro style in your kitchen A few of us here...
View Article6 inspiring kitchen trends you need to know about in 2018
From colours to textures and finishes these are the kitchen trends that are shaping interior style this year 6 inspiring kitchen trends you need to know about in 2018 The kitchen design forecast for...
View Article6 of our favourite kitchen renovations from the archives
Take a look back at some of our favourite kitchen renovations for some reno-inspo. 1. 1920s bungalow kitchen When renovating their kitchen, the owners of this bungalow wanted it to be in keeping with...
View ArticleThis considered Karaka kitchen design is an entertainer’s dream
This country home’s welcoming kitchen is worth congregating in, thanks to its thoughtful design This considered Karaka kitchen design is an entertainer’s dream. Most of us already know the challenge...
View ArticleA striking black kitchen makes a stylish statement in this Auckland home
A specialist in kitchen hardware, Blum’s clever designs and innovative technology helped make this bold, black kitchen a sophisticated and practical space A striking black kitchen makes a stylish...
View Article10 inexpensive reno hacks that will make your old kitchen feel new
Renovating your kitchen doesn’t have to mean spending thousands – here are 10 easy ways to make the old feel new 10 inexpensive reno hacks that will make your old kitchen feel new 1. Bar stools A bit...
View ArticleYour Home and Garden reveal why these 5 kitchens are the best
Your Home and Garden take a look at some of the very best kitchens from their archives Your Home and Garden reveal why these 5 kitchens are the best 1. Best innovation Kent and Olivia Fife’s outdoor...
View ArticleThis streamlined modern kitchen is an entertainer’s dream
This modern kitchen renovation is based around a 1950s home, but it’s sleek look with floor to ceiling wooden features and dark marble is anything but This streamlined modern kitchen is an...
View ArticleThis kitchen by Du Bois Design proves family-friendly living can be stylish
Designer Natalie Du Bois took an awkward, cramped 1980’s kitchen and turned it into a modern, streamlined space perfect for a growing family This kitchen by Du Bois Design proves family-friendly living...
View ArticleThis family chose to downsize their kitchen, and they have no regrets
Their original kitchen had “too much storage”, so with warnings from family members falling on deaf ears, they chose a new kitchen design that was small and modular, and with less storage Background...
View Article6 things you need to do before you plan and design a new kitchen
Meticulous planning is the key to creating a new kitchen that looks great and functions efficiently John van Doormaal from Innovative Kitchens has learned a thing or two about kitchen design during his...
View ArticleSee the inspiring winner of Your Home & Garden’s Kitchen Awards
Installed as part of a new-build, the winner of Your Home & Garden’s Kitchen Awards, in association with Blum, was the judges’ favourite for its warm feel and clever use of materials Meet + greet...
View ArticleThis black and white kitchen was designed for entertaining in style
This Hastings kitchen, which was a finalist in Your Home & Garden’s Kitchen Awards in association with Blum, was designed for maximum enjoyment with friends Meet + greet Hayden Houghton, 34...
View ArticleHow this stunning kitchen achieved its modern art deco look on a budget
This Tauranga kitchen was a finalist in Your Home & Garden’s Kitchen Awards, in association with Blum. Read about how it achieved its fresh look on a budget Meet + greet Erica Wilson, 32...
View ArticleThis modern kitchen utilises hard-wearing materials in the most stylish way
The Baldwin family’s new kitchen is the heart of their modern new-build in Cromwell, Central Otago. See how this Kitchen Awards finalist uses ply and stainless steel in the best way Meet + greet Ellen...
View ArticleThis brilliant all-white kitchen is anything but boring
Moving the kitchen into the heart of the living area made this 1920s New Plymouth home feel open and fresh. See more of this Kitchen Awards finalist below Meet + greet Heath Ashton, 35 (builder), Sarah...
View Article6 design trends to try in your next kitchen renovation
Need some inspiration and a bit of guidance for your kitchen renovation? We ask an expert for his advice on the latest practical trends to help you get started During 30 years in the business, John van...
View ArticleHow a busy family kitchen was transformed into a modern, practical space
From old and tired to bold and contemporary. Here’s how a kitchen that was on its last legs got a new lease on life There were a lot of things wrong with this kitchen in its original state. The wall...
View ArticleThis beach-house kitchen got the most stylish makeover for just $13,000
This family beach-house kitchen was in dire need of a modern update, and a Kaboodle kitchen proved to be the perfect solution Who lives here? Pat, 58 (architect), Lynette, 56 (office administrator),...
View ArticleHow this smart Auckland kitchen achieved its modern, clean look
Connection is key in this modern kitchen in Remuera, designed by Shane George. See how they achieved this sleek, clean look below Designed to cater for a busy family, a beautifully proportioned modern...
View Article5 fail-safe ways to create a kitchen that looks great in open plan living
Open plan living has changed the dynamics of family life and how we entertain. Here’s what you need to consider when creating a functional, integrated kitchen It’s happened slowly but surely – the...
View ArticleHow this designer used clever storage to give a small kitchen bold style
Discover how this kitchen’s dramatic art-deco inspired design was made possible thanks to thoughtful planning and clever storage Every good kitchen designer knows great design is all about form and...
View ArticleHow this clever couple renovated their kitchen for just $1500
A crafty couple freshened up the kitchen of their art deco home using a little bit of paint and vinyl – and lot of ingenuity Kitchen renovation budget: $2000 Total spend: $1500 Time frame: 1 month What...
View ArticleThis elegant renovation proves why all-white kitchens are here to stay
A plan to bring more light into this kitchen transformed it into a brighter, more open space with minimal change to the layout Budget Up to $8000 (not including joinery for back door) Total spend...
View ArticleInside a chic kitchen designed and built by a young couple
This cost-conscious couple designed, built and decorated an open-plan kitchen themselves using kitset cupboards Budget $15,000 Total spend $14,000 Time frame 3 months What was wrong with your original...
View ArticleInspiring ways to customise your kitchen so it works for you
It’s the heart of the home, so make sure it’s a space that’s suited to your family’s lifestyle. Here are five ways to customise your kitchen You’ve heard it before, but it doesn’t make it any less...
View ArticleThis elegant kitchen makes a strong case for dark green cabinets
A two-toned cabinet design combined with a hand-poured concrete benchtop give this kitchen a stylish X-factor Budget $22,000 Total spend $26,000 Time frame 4 months What was wrong with the old kitchen?...
View ArticleThis glam black and white kitchen balances family practicality with style
A 1990s kitchen was updated with chic black-and-white finishes and given a new, family-friendly layout Budget $45,000 Total spend $48,000 Time frame 3 weeks What was wrong with your original kitchen?...
View ArticleWhy moving the kitchen was the best decision this homeowner made
Enlisting the help of a kitchen designer made all the difference for this family, who got their ideal bespoke space Budget $10,000 Total spend $17,000 Time frame 3 months What was wrong with your...
View ArticleKristina Rapley takes us inside her newly renovated mid-century kitchen
Replacing the kitchen in this mid-century West Auckland home was all about balancing period detail with practicality Meet + greet Kristina Rapley, 32 (editor of Your Home & Garden, on maternity...
View Article10 pantries that will make you want to de-clutter
Whether they’re butler’s pantries, sculleries or storage cupboards, these homes give us major pantry inspo. Check them out below Top tips for re-organising your pantry Amanda Stickland and Hannah...
View ArticleHow to give your kitchen a custom makeover that won’t break the bank
Customising the design for your kitchen reno has never been easier. Discover how this home achieved its bespoke makeover and find out how you can have one too Kitchen after. Longing to fix your...
View Article6 kitchen benchtop materials to consider for your next renovation
When it comes to your making a kitchen benchtop material comparison, do the research first. It’s one of the most hard-working surfaces in your home. Here’s help to choose your material wisely and get...
View ArticleSix ways to update your kitchen
A kitchen renovation can take months and thousands of dollars, but a quick revamp is low-cost and near effortless. It’s the “I just woke up like this” of makeovers that will transform this busy space...
View ArticleA makeover resulted in a functional 1970s inspired kitchen
A kitchen makeover borrows from the past to forge a new, timeless way of living Meet & greet Tara Morrison (occupational therapist), Scott Jackson (CFO), and children Ronnie, two, and Margot, eight...
View ArticleGoing Bush: A Titirangi home is restored to its former glory
A mid-century revival is taking shape in tree-clad Titirangi A sliding cutting board is one of the more unusual features of the kitchen, which glides across the stainless steel countertop. The black...
View ArticleHow to make your kitchen work for your lifestyle
Plan your kitchen according to the way you live, not the other way aroundThese Olive Grove doors and panels in kaboodle’s modern profile are an ideal contrast to the kaboodle Coconutty benchtops,...
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