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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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