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INTERIORS INSIDER



 Focus on lighting
 Light fixtures can be an easy way to
 make a kitchen feel more expensive
 without breaking the bank. Low-
 hanging fixtures can make the ceiling
 look higher and chandeliers can really
 make a statement.

 If you don’t want to replace your lights,
 placing mini lamps around the room
 can also be a quick and easy way to
 make the space feel cosy. If you have
 a lounging area in your kitchen, a floor
 lamp can create a more relaxed feel.









 Replace hardware
 You might be surprised at what upgrading
 drawer and cupboard  handles can  do  to  a
 space. An old drawer can look brand new with
 a sleek handle, and even sink fixtures like taps
 can be changed for a quick revamp.

 Don’t forget about the finishing touches
 A high-end kitchen features pure luxury, right    Think about colour
 down to the smallest details. This is where you   A splash of paint can make all the
 can really save the cash, without anyone being   difference. Colours like cream and
 able to spot the difference.                beige can make a kitchen look elegant
                                              and create a calming space to be in.
 Adding paintings and prints can be a simple
 way to inject some personality into your    If you don’t want to repaint your entire
 kitchen and make it look more stylish. If you   kitchen, painting the units can change
 want the space to look cohesive, paint the   the space. Make sure you use a primer
 frames of your artwork the same colour as    and an oil-based paint which is more
 your kitchen cabinets.                         durable than latex in wet areas
                                                      like kitchens.
 Fresh flowers and plants bring a lovely fragrance
 into the room. Windowsill herbs look attractive
 and  are  also  functional.  Invest  in  an  elegant
 plant pot to tie the look together.

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