What the 5 Most-Saved Kitchens of The Past Year Tell Us
Discover the kind of kitchens people aspire to, the features we embrace and the styles that get our attention
Remember when red glass-plated splashbacks were all the rage? And when shiny surfaces were de rigueur? What about rustic timber touches? Kitchen design is, and should always be, constantly evolving. Here, we present you with the top five most-saved kitchen images of the past year. When gathering this data we specified that the pictures must have been uploaded to Houzz and saved within the past year, but could be from any country around the world. Enjoy!
This Scandi-influenced Brisbane kitchen in Queensland, by Solaire Properties, embraces the move towards more furniture-like kitchens that integrate aesthetically with adjacent open-plan spaces.
Here, a muted colour palette is enlivened with the vertical lines of shiplap. The strict symmetry of the centrally positioned range hood, bordered by dual open shelving and storage, is gently offset by the loosely veined marble.
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Here, a muted colour palette is enlivened with the vertical lines of shiplap. The strict symmetry of the centrally positioned range hood, bordered by dual open shelving and storage, is gently offset by the loosely veined marble.
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By contrast, this kitchen by Shane Homes in Calgary, Canada, is all about warmth and deep, rich colour.
The opulent, but not overwhelming, touches such as the brass in the pendants and upholstered bar seating create a luxurious feel. And while there’s necessary symmetry, it’s not strictly enforced. This allows the kitchen to strike a balance between formality and a sense of welcome.
The non-traditional rich colour scheme is successful because it’s controlled, repeated and restricted (meaning there are few other colours present in the space).
The opulent, but not overwhelming, touches such as the brass in the pendants and upholstered bar seating create a luxurious feel. And while there’s necessary symmetry, it’s not strictly enforced. This allows the kitchen to strike a balance between formality and a sense of welcome.
The non-traditional rich colour scheme is successful because it’s controlled, repeated and restricted (meaning there are few other colours present in the space).
This kitchen in Brisbane, Queensland, by Joe Adsett Architects showcases many of the strongest trends Australians are currently embracing in kitchen designs.
Black streamlined joinery hides all the mess and fuss inherent in this workhorse of a space. The colour is maintained in the black porcelain of the splashback. This uniformity allows the textural facing of the island bench – the primary decorative feature of the space – to pop. Meanwhile, low-maintenance grey tiled flooring is practical and doesn’t unduly interfere with the visual aspects of the space.
Another important thing to note here is the end of the island bench. It’s becoming increasingly popular to eschew island benches that present as singular solid volume. Instead, a small refinement, such as this open extension, adds a sense of weightlessness to the space.
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Black streamlined joinery hides all the mess and fuss inherent in this workhorse of a space. The colour is maintained in the black porcelain of the splashback. This uniformity allows the textural facing of the island bench – the primary decorative feature of the space – to pop. Meanwhile, low-maintenance grey tiled flooring is practical and doesn’t unduly interfere with the visual aspects of the space.
Another important thing to note here is the end of the island bench. It’s becoming increasingly popular to eschew island benches that present as singular solid volume. Instead, a small refinement, such as this open extension, adds a sense of weightlessness to the space.
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A white-on-white kitchen. Isn’t it the happiest style of kitchen around? It’s also a classic aesthetic that Australians have embraced for many years.
Open shelving in this Brisbane kitchen provides relief from banks of white cabinets and allows the space to be softened with homewares and accessories. No-fuss lighting works well, as does the herringbone timber floor.
Your turn
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Open shelving in this Brisbane kitchen provides relief from banks of white cabinets and allows the space to be softened with homewares and accessories. No-fuss lighting works well, as does the herringbone timber floor.
Your turn
What do you love about these kitchens? Tell us in the Comments below. And don’t forget to save your favourite images as inspiration, like this story and join the conversation.
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In this semi-integrated kitchen by Alby Turner and Son in Adelaide, SA, the back floor-to-ceiling joinery wall is black so it recedes into the background, allowing attention to be drawn to the veined marble in the splashback and island bench. Natural timber gets a look in with the flooring and wall of joinery to the left.
Large proportions and a linear approach work well in this kitchen, from the seven-bulb pendant light (its odd number matched by the trio of barstools) to the volume of the marble-wrapped island bench.
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