Modern makeover
Client story: Kitchen renovation
When Kialla Lakes couple Susan and Peter decided it was finally time for their dream kitchen, they contacted KitchenWise for the modern makeover.
While they liked their 18-year-old kitchen’s layout, they recognised it needed updating, and a custom-designed and manufactured kitchen by cabinet makers was their preferred option.
Old kitchen
“Our builder made the kitchen on site in 2004; it was supposed to be a temporary design until we could afford a custom kitchen by cabinetry specialists,” Susan recalls.
“In 2011, we had painters change the colour from cocoa and beige to blue and beige, but the outcome was not successful and it re-ignited our original dream for specialist-made cabinetry.”
Design brief
Susan and Peter wanted a modern makeover which repeated – but upgraded – some elements of their original kitchen.
“We liked the layout of the old kitchen, so asked KitchenWise for a similar floorplan but a more open and modern feel,” Susan says.
“KitchenWise needed to tweak the position of appliance and cabinetry position in the new design, and removed the roller-door appliance cupboard, which really opened up the kitchen.”
Display cabinet and two-toned cabinetry
Susan and Peter’s design brief included a similar-style display cabinet with glass doors to their old kitchen, and to retain a two-coloured theme between overheads and under-bench cabinets.
“We wanted updated finishes, including stone benchtops and glass splashback, and better use of bench space,” Susan says.
“The difference is striking. The quality of cabinetry is very obvious.”
The KitchenWise design features under-bench and display cabinets in 2-pac paint finish with soft-bevel door and drawer fronts.
The old kitchen’s painted overheads have been replaced by Lamiwood, touch-close doors and under-cabinet LED strip lights.
Quality and function
“Our new kitchen cabinetry is a massive improvement,” Peter says.
Susan adds: “We like the openness of the new kitchen.
“We love our soft-close drawers, lovely benchtop and glass splashback, which is easier to clean than the old tiles and grout.”
3D design service
In addition to specialist hardware and finishes, the couple enjoyed KitchenWise’s 3D design service which helped them visualise their new kitchen from varied angles before cabinet makers began manufacture.
“We were really impressed with the photo-image quality of the 3D designs for our renovation, which showed our colours and materials,” Susan says.
Service: "Everything ran so smoothly"
“The service and professionalism of KitchenWise for our kitchen renovation was brilliant. Everything ran so smoothly,” Susan says.
“They phoned ahead or text to let us know arrival times for trades, and checked if it suited us.
“KitchenWise always arrived right on time for appointments and installation. They organised all the trades needed for our renovation ̶ everyone was great and always arrived on time.”
Are you dreaming of a new kitchen?
KitchenWise cabinet makers and design experts are specialists in custom cabinetry, with quality craftsmanship supported by CAD software and advanced cutting technology.
If you are planning a kitchen or bathroom renovation, or building a new home, book a free design consultation with our team today.
Phone 5831 2077, or email your enquiry to info@kitchenwise.com.au
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