Kitchen Design Ideas: How To Choose A Kitchen Style

Choose your kitchen style

The first stage of designing a kitchen is choosing the style that’s right for your space. A lot of this depends on your own personal taste: do you want something that’s modern or rustic, unique or classic? Some of the most popular kitchen styles in Australia at the moment include:

• Modern kitchens
• Farmhouse kitchens
• Shaker kitchens
• Scandinavian kitchens
• Traditional kitchens

Get some ideas by browsing sites like Pinterest online and consider not just your preferences but also the shape and size of your kitchen. If you’re working in a small space, going modern and minimal could help you to make the best use of your space. If you’ve got more room to play with, you can choose any style of kitchen you like.



If you’re keeping any existing appliances, cabinets, or features that might affect the look of your kitchen – like a traditional Aga cooker or a bright red microwave – don’t forget to consider these when you’re drawing up your colour scheme and design.

Make it practical

When you’ve got an idea of how you want your kitchen to look, it’s important to factor in how you want your kitchen to function. Consider what you’ll use your kitchen for and who will use your kitchen. Do you have pets or children, or are you planning pets or children in the future? How often do you cook, and how much space do you need when cooking? What appliances do you need to make room for in your new kitchen?



Plan where your kitchen cupboards will go and where you’ll put different appliances to make sure you have room for everything you need. When you’re allocating storage for food, plates, and cooking utensils, it’s a good rule of thumb to allocate more space than you think you’ll need – especially if you want the option to buy more kitchenware in the future.

Finally, think about the materials you’re going to use in your kitchen. If you have pets and children, choose waterproof, durable materials for the flooring and surfaces. This will make keeping your new kitchen clean a much easier job.

You'll get value for money

Let’s face it, custom cabinets are more expensive than standard cupboards and drawers. But you’re really getting what you pay for – and much more – when you choose a bespoke design. You’ll benefit from quality-made kitchen cabinetry that’s truly unique and will only improve your kitchen’s appeal. As a result, your property value will enjoy a boost, which is great if you’re preparing to sell or considering a move down the line.

And while we’re on the money point – why do custom cabinets cost more? The reason lies in their craftsmanship and composition. Custom cabinets are made of higher-quality products than standard cabinets, which are often made of cheaper laminate or particleboard. This means they’re designed to be long-lasting, so you won’t need to worry as much about damage or repairs. Custom cabinets are also manufactured by skilled craftsmen, who put every effort into the composition and final product.

Need a hand?

If you want professional help to design a brand new kitchen that matches the style of the rest of your home, meets your practical needs, and looks the part, call us at Inovative Interiors today on 0418 460 340.

We can help you to renovate any size or shape of kitchen space into something unique, beautiful, and functional.