4 kitchen design ideas of the future

Kitchens, like bathrooms, have changed greatly in the last couple of decades. They’ve gone from a functional work space to far more of an all-purpose entertaining area, with island benches and breakfast bars meaning that too many chefs will no longer spoil the broth.

But what about in the years to come? For anyone who is building or redesigning a kitchen in Wollongong, here are some design elements that will allow your new kitchen to hold its style well into the future.

You’ll notice in sci-fi movies that interior design tends to lean heavily toward white and black, rather than the rainbow of colours in between. That’s because these shades are essentially timeless, and will hold your interior design in good stead for years to come. A crisp, white kitchen with highlights of metal or stone is a great way to go if you’re looking to futureproof your kitchen.

Clean, minimalist design is another futuristic option for those who are redesigning their cooking space. Again, this lack of busyness, colours and patterns will mean that there’s nothing that can really age in your kitchen. Induction cooktops and designer ovens and microwaves can add to the ultra-minimalist feel.

There’s generally a lot of space wasted in a kitchen that could be utilised to store your cookware and utensils. Try fitting out the cupboard under the sink with purpose built slide out drawers that are moulded around the plumbing. Install a lazy Susan style rotating shelf in your corner cupboard to better use the available space. Use wall hooks to hang your pots and pans (and a backing board if you’re afraid they’ll damage the wall).

Cleverly chosen kitchen lighting can change the mood of the space in a huge way. LEDs give you an incredible amount of flexibility when it comes to the feel of your kitchen, with floor and wall-mounted lighting bringing a unique look and feel. Coloured lights, such as blue, can also add to the futuristic effect.