For a cosmetic kitchen update, you're spoilt for choice. From statement lighting to moody paint shades, style director Louise Hilsz shares her picks from the latest trends.
FEATURE TAPS
What used to be a boring selection when renovating, tap wear can now be the showpiece in any kitchen. Choose from matte black, brass, copper or chrome.
Left to right: Poseidon sink mixer, $298, by Dorf. Elk basin mixer, $1079, by Astra Walker.Tru Faucets faucet, $710, by All Things Copper. Chrome tap, $654, by Billi.
STATEMENT LIGHTING
Great lighting is essential in any kitchen work space. Go all out and use pendants in warm, welcoming tones.
Left to right: Bolle 4 Bulle pendant, $POA, by Giopato & Coombes. Bernoulli pendant, $POA, by Timothy Oulton. Facet copper pendant, $249, from Uber Cool. iO Drum pendant, $1850, by Mat Macmillan.
PAINT
This season the on-trend paint hues for kitchens are soft greys and moody blues. These colours look great teamed with white tiles, marble and accents of copper.
Left to right: Resene Metro paint from Resene ColorShops. Resene Cresent paint from Resene ColorShops. Resene Digital Blue paint from Resene ColorShops.
BAR STOOLS
Every kitchen island needs a fabulous barstool. Moving away from formal dining, we are embracing a more relaxed environment for entertaining friends. Invest in quality barstools that are comfortable enough for an evening of wine and cheese.
Left to right: Scaffold Cafe stool, $249, from Republic. Mid barstool, $POA, from Sarsfield Brooke. All Circle barstool, $490, from Douglas and Bec. Koki barstool, $POA, from Trenzseater.