It is the little things that can make all the difference in a room. Adding a little surprise, some warmth and a bit of texture as is the case in this gorgeous kitchen that I worked on a while ago. Oversized handmade wooden handles contrasting beautifully against the crisp simple kitchen cupboards. A nod to […]

It’s the little things that count in a great kitchen design. Things that support the required functionality whilst adding a little personality to the space. Tiles to me add the magic, even when they are simple, plain and white. What makes them sing is the placement, grout colour and of course what’s placed next to […]

Here is a wee snap of the things that bring happiness to me in this space. They are simple small things yet when added together they are the things that take this space from a boring white kitchen to one that has character and love. The small addition of v grooves to some of the […]

There are so many elements that I love about it.  I love the warmth of the wood, the repeating circular forms through the handles and stools and of course that stunning statement pendant that compliments the scheme so beautifully. A great example of simple things done well. The end result is a kitchen that is […]

Good things take time, and all that. And in almost all instances it is well worth the wait. This new kitchen is testament to that I do believe. I love the gorgeous tiles from @tiledepotnz as they have a beautiful glaze to them with a three dimensional look that pays tribute to the traditional Japanese art of […]

A fresh new renovation doesn’t always mean a stack of new things as often by the end of the project the wallet is wearing thin. What it can mean is working with what one has to add character to the space. And in this case it had to be the kitchen table which had seen […]

To me there is something so lovely about this kitchen. I love how the warmth of the wood contrasts so beautifully against the crisp white cabinetry and island. The repeating circular forms through the handles and stools add a gentleness to what is typically a hard surfaced area in the home. And of course I […]

With a difficult shaped space, entering straight into the kitchen from the front door, we knew it would be important to incorporate a little slice of heaven as a welcoming party to this home. Space was also at a premium and storage was a must. To me it was obvious, a small nook, a snug […]

Within kitchens it is important to get the right balance of textural interest, mixing hard stones with other surfaces to create visual layers. This adds depth and interest to a space, making it pleasing to the eye. The use of tiles and wood in this kitchen does just that, as does a small dose of […]

Time flies by and I am still dreaming of a new kitchen.  There are so many truly gorgeous kitchens out there for inspiration.  Too many in fact.  The decision making is taunting me, almost paralysing me.  So for now I will just share with you some of the stunning designs that have stopped me in […]