Design Walkthrough: Creating Your Forever Kitchen with Open Plan Layouts, Statement Islands, and Functional Storage

Join kitchen designer Faye Newman in this episode as she walks us through an exciting kitchen and utility project for a pair of newlyweds. Faye shares her creative approach to transforming the space by removing interior walls for a bright open-plan design, complete with a stylish central pillar. Her mix of shaker-style cabinetry with modern touches and a stunning deep forest green (Copse green) sets the mood.Kitchen walkthroughFaye walks us through standout features like a spacious 900mm American fridge, eye-level ovens, and clever Blum Legrabox drawers for smooth storage. Plus, the centrepiece island is packed with a dishwasher, a chic Belfast sink, and a wine cooler! Tune in to discover how Faye makes this couple’s kitchen both functional and fabulous!Key TakeawaysWhen designing a "forever home" kitchen, remember to consider how your clients cook and entertain to make sure it fits their long-term lifestyle.Don’t fear that central column; turn it into a design feature by adding cabinetry or shelving that enhances both function and style.To maximise storage, opt for deep drawers for easy access, bi-fold doors for a smooth flow, and full-height wall cabinets that offer ample space without sacrificing good looks.Best Moments"We needed to be mindful that the cabinets that we were losing at the top on the wall that was being knocked down, we needed to make sure we added that storage elsewhere, just to make sure that we're optimising everything as much as possible because storage was one of the top elements that we needed to incorporate into this design, usable and functional storage.""Always look at the worked up slab sizes, for instance. So I think it's usually like 1.5 meter deep by sort of three meters length way depending on which stone, if you go for ceramic, it's slightly smaller. You can also go for jumbo slabs, which are 3.3 usually they might be bigger now, but again, that usually determines the size of your island.""You've got to be mindful that you need to be able to buy your sink, for instance, where you're standing and by your Hob. You need to be mindful that the indent on a plinth, which is at the bottom, is usually so you can pop your toes underneath it and not you don't want to be scuffing the moulded plinth everywhere."About the HostFaye Newman is a freelance Kitchen Designer with eight years of experience in the industry. With a background in furniture design and a passion for creating spaces that reflect the essence of the home, Faye brings a unique perspective to kitchen design. Her dedication to client satisfaction and love for her craft shines through in every project she undertakes.Connect with Faye Newman Design:Visit the website at www.fayenewmandesign.com for more kitchen design inspiration, resources, and services.Join our vibrant email community to receive exclusive updates, tips, and special offers by clicking here.Follow us on Instagram @loveyourkitchenpodcast for daily doses of kitchen design inspiration and behind-the-scenes glimpses.Whether you're renovating your kitchen, looking for organisation hacks, or seeking culinary inspiration, Love Your Kitchen is your go-to resource for all things kitchen-related. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.