Kitchens are well known as being referred to as the heart of the home which makes a successful design and interior of kitchens an imperative part of a fully functioning interior

Kitchens are well known as being referred to as the heart of the home which makes a successful design and interior of kitchens an imperative part of a fully functioning interior. The smallest and simplest of details and design features will transform the space you use to cook, eat and socialise into a space that is a pleasure to use. There are so many kitchen design trends currently on the market; from open planned storage to ergonomic islands and modular cabinets which can mean making your kitchen fashionable and functional daunting as there is such a range of designs to choose from.

Our top tips for how you can not only create the kitchen of your dreams but also make your kitchen the envy of all your friends are sure to get you inspired to freshen up the most utilised room in your home! And, if you’re looking for kitchens in North London, look no further than Lambert Welch Kitchens who offer a comprehensive service and make every kitchen dream a reality. From design and idea generation to the execution, Lambert Welch Kitchen use their expertise and years of practice to transform your kitchen and help you fall in love with fab design, storage solutions and finishes that are fit for royalty.

Quartz Counters

While many people have stuck with granite as their go to for countertop surface in kitchens, quartz countertops are definitely growing in popularity. To make your kitchen stand out why not try this super tough material to resist any scratches, burns and chips that are likely in some kitchen situations. Quartz countertops are created when crushed quartz stone is mixed with resin to produce a solid countertop is a range of great colours that beat natural stone in terms of durability. And the best bit? It doesn’t stain!

LEDs

At many kitchen design shows and exhibitions, LEDs are showing up all over in creative and wonderful way to light up your kitchen; along toe kicks that act as guiding nightlights, on the inside of cabinet doors and concealed in mouldings to give a wash of light to ceilings. LED rope and cove lights are growing in popularity to be sure to take advantage of this highly creative and functional trend before your friends. LEDs are energy efficient and emit virtually no heat so they are safe and will save you money too!

Rethink Refrigeration

When many of us think of a fridge a single, bulky unit that stands out against other kitchen surfaces and can often be quite tall and intimidating, certain designers are choosing to customise and conceal the appearance of their fridges. Homeowners who are staying ahead of design trends are creating counter-height fridges or sitting smaller fridges in the underside of their prep island. Rather than thinking taller and bigger is better, why not try refrigeration that runs the length of your countertops and is neatly tucked away under cupboard doors?

Touch Activated Faucets

Touch activated faucets are not a new concept but it’s still considered to be a fairly fresh idea when it comes to inserting them into kitchen sinks. While they can be pricey to pay for initially, they do save the effort of having to turn the water on and off when you have messy hands (think hygiene!). It’s also a great way to save on water too.