The kitchen is often referred to as the shrine of a house – the place where food is prepared and where family and friends get together. It thus needs to exude an atmosphere of comfort, hospitality and beauty as well as be easy and convenient to work in. Thus well designed and correctly selected kitchen furniture and kitchen accessories are an absolute must in every kitchen.

Designing a kitchen involves a lot of time, money and personal attention. Just as a lot of effort is put into designing the walls, the flooring and the lighting, an equal if not more , consideration needs to be put into deciding what kitchen furniture is appropriate , convenient, and what goes with the overall décor of the house. Similarly when finalising on kitchen accessories and appliances, one needs to strike a balance between utility, durability, safety, style and ease of working and moving around the kitchen.

Kitchen designs should make best use of all available spaces while reflecting your preferred style and personality. But whatever the design, remember that all kitchen furniture need to harmonise with the overall look of the house so as to be pleasing to the eye. Kitchen furniture and kitchen accessories come in a wide range of styles and types- choose that are easy to work with and which blend in with the floors and the walls and the color scheme you have opted for.

Small kitchen furniture such as stools, small cabinets, work tables can be fitted with casters for easy mobility. Utilise corners to put in storage units and brighten up inaccessible parts with potted plants and other decorative items. Hang pictures on the walls. Place rugs on the floor. Have large windows to let in sunlight and fresh air. Plan your cabinets and drawers well so that all kitchen accessories and appliances have a proper resting place. Arrange for correct disposal of kitchen waste.

Modular and open kitchens have become very popular in recent years – these can again be designed depending on the space available, the overall ambience that is desired and the aesthetics of the area. Involve family members when planning and designing the kitchen. Buy kitchen furniture that looks good, is durable and easy to maintain, provides adequate working area and is welcoming. Plan kitchen accessories that enhance the beauty of your kitchen, take care of hygiene and safety factors and motivates you to put your best efforts into cooking that gastronomical delight.