It is time to thaw out the kitchen for spring entertaining …
SPRING CLEAN
Think quality over quantity when it comes to utensils: here’s an expert guide to stocking your kitchen this year. Organisation is key to ensure everything is within easy reach. Check out these 10 tips to maximise storage space.
HOMEWARE HAVEN
Don’t store your ‘good’ items away for a rainy day or for guests only – enjoy them! Even if it’s just for you or your family, every meal will feel like a treat. www.devolkitchens.co.uk
DE-CLUTTER
Clear out the cabinets and clear off countertops to keep your kitchen clutter-free. Be sure to allocate space for your homewares, though, so it doesn’t lose character. Find more expert tips on de-cluttering here. www.porterandjones.com
INTEGRATION
Smart appliances are becoming increasingly popular to manage your kitchen efficiently and keep clean lines for a sleek look. An induction hob with integrated extraction takes up less space, nullifies smells and it can even be removed to clean in the dishwasher! Book a demonstration at the Home of Innovation to find out all you need to know. www.homeofinnovation.ie www.siemens-home.bsh-group.com
ADD A PERSONAL TOUCH
Whether it’s artwork, books, plants or ceramics, adding some personal touches will inject personality into the space and make your kitchen the heart of the home. www.newcastledesign.ie
BRING NATURE IN
Biophilic kitchens – meaning “life-loving” in its original Greek – are proven to have health benefits. Incorporate seasonal flower arrangements, or branches in a decorative vase for those with allergies. Cherry blossoms certainly cheer up any space, as seen here in entrepreneur Sonya Lennon’s home. @arenakitchens
SPRUCE UP YOUR CABINETS
It may sound obvious, but somestimes we overlook cleaning our cabinets in a spring clean. Giving your cabinets a good scrub or a new lick of paint (if you put in the necessary prep!) will refresh your kitchen. Spray paint is very durable, especially if you have a young family, while you’ll need a maintenance programme with hand-painted kitchens. Or, replacing doors and handles will give it a totally new facelift. Pale green is gorgeous for the new season. @neptunehomeofficial
BOOK DISPLAYS
See how to design your kitchen like a star chef. Take inspiration from Yotam Ottolenghi with simple shelving above his cabinetry to make cookbooks accessible. Chef’s kiss!
