We got the IKEA shelves that are pictured in the butlers pantry photo I posted when we were on holiday in Melbourne, Australia. We don't have IKEA here in New Zealand! Hubby is going back over in May/June so will get him to get more of that sort of thing when there. We would pay about 4x the price for that sort of thing here in NZ. I need to work out what I will do now where the fridge was and there is the angle change (does that make sense?).

Splashbacks are all about protecting the walls behind worktops, hobs and sinks from splashes. A splashback can make a small kitchen feel larger, and brighten any space. You can Choose splashbacks from plain mirror, antiqued finishes or colored versions. Pick good looking but easy care splashbacks. You can match splashbacks and worktops. You can also choose Image on glass NZ service, it will freshen your kitchen up with quirky.

The all black kitchen looks scary as. Maybe because there's no lightness in there at all.

This weatherboard home was in need of a makeover. The client wanted a look that was clean, bright, chic, modern and comfortable. This was achieved using white walls and subway tiles in the kitchen to make the most of the beautiful original hardwood flooring. These light tones are set off beautifully with the gold hardware and grey marbled benchtop. The kitchen and home went from drab to fab and the clients couldn't be happier! Check out the full project here. Don't be a stranger - if you're in the Wellington area contact me to see how I can help you achieve this result in your home. BEFORE AFTER