5 things to think about when planning a kitchen renovation
While the rising interest rates and cost of living pressures might deter some Australians from renovating their kitchen, there are five things you can ask yourself to ensure your kitchen renovation is a success.
1. What’s your renovation budget?
Your budget is the first thing you need to think about before you can start making a renovation plan. You need to work out your target budget, which is how much you want to work within and everything from tradies to final fixtures.
It’s also a good idea to have an emergency buffer, just in case your renovation comes up against any unexpected costs. A good amount of buffer to have is around 10–20% of your main budget.
There are some things you can splurge and save on, such as ovens and microwaves respectively. If you’re clever with what you save on, you can funnel those extra funds towards the larger purchases, like investing in a NEFF Slide & Hide® oven or a built-in coffee machine.
2. How can you show your personal style?
Your kitchen’s style should reflect your personal tastes and be on display for all to see. And there are plenty of ways you can embrace your unique flair.
If you gravitate towards a minimalist style, then keeping things clean and clutter free is a must. Or if you want to cook and eat as if you were in Tuscany, then opt for earthy tones and different texture combinations.
Did you know that you can even add a bit of personal flair to your oven? Our new Flex Design range allows you to choose one of four distinctive colours to add to the handles and side trims of your NEFF oven, cooktop, rangehood and coffee machine keeping its appearance consistent with the rest of your kitchen.
Your kitchen style options are endless. But at the end of the day, your kitchen is yours to cook, eat and live in – embrace your personality however you want to.
3. What’s your kitchen layout?
Understanding what type of kitchen layout you want and can have is important. If you have a small space than a simple galley kitchen might be a good layout option. Or if you have more room, an L-shaped layout allows you to make the most of your kitchen without it feeling crammed or cluttered.
Knowing how much space you have can help you look at space-saving appliance solutions if you need them, such as a compact oven or built-in microwave.
4. How can you maximise space in the kitchen?
You can free up precious bench space through clever shelving and vertical space– two of just many kitchen storage ideas you can implement during your renovation that will pay off in the long-term.
You should also consider whether you want to include a kitchen island. As the heart of the home becomes a multi-purpose space, a kitchen island can be a meal preparation, cooking, studying, working and socialising space. Depending on who lives in the home and how you intend to use it, the material of your island and the appliances you install – like a NEFF induction cooktop – must be considered also.
Of course, you can forgo bench-hogging appliances in favour of one that has various functions. A NEFF oven with Full Steam can be used as a steamer, oven or both, which means you can get rid of a bench-top steamer or cooktop steamer.
5. What appliances are best for you?
Buying shiny new appliances is a fun part of a home renovation, but it can be hard to know where to begin.
To start with, think about the type of cooking you do and your needs. Do you do a lot of baking and need multiple ovens? Or do you need a cooktop that’s easy to clean?
The NEFF Slide & Hide® oven is a great option for those who want to make their cooking more convenient with the disappearing door. Meanwhile, the compact oven is great to stack with a full-sized oven to save space, time or combine certain features that you need for cooking. Want an oven that uses steam for baking and cooking? Then a NEFF oven with Full Steam, Added Steam or the all-new Steam Inject is the way to go – hello perfectly baked bread and hands-free risotto.
When it comes to cooktops, the induction variety have become popular due to their sleek look and ability to be cleaned with a simple wipe of a cloth. They’re also faster to heat up and cool down, which makes cooking meals a breeze.
Lastly, a dishwasher is a non-negotiable appliance in the kitchen. NEFF have three different types of dishwashers for you to choose from the complement your style – built-under, semi-integrated and fully integrated.
If you want to discover what appliances are a must-have in your new kitchen, then book a free demonstration with a NEFF cooking expert, who can help you discover which appliance is right for you.
About NEFF
NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to create meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen.
