Estate Living Digital Publication Issue 9 September 2015 | Page 53

DESIGN & DECOR

Give your Kitchen a Face Lift

Curriculum

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Homeowners spend thousands of rands creating
the ultimate kitchen which can make or break the
overall look and value of a home. If a big budget is
not on the cards then give your existing one a new
lease on life.
Consider including DIY cupboard unit if you lack
storage and workspace. If you are adding new
units in an entirely different finish ensure they

match with the colour and texture combination
of the existing units or perhaps incorporating a
freestanding dresser or shelving unit to give plenty
more space. Mixing styles such as combining a retro
dresser with a modern finished kitchen can be very
effective whilst a variety of storage solutions such
as containers, dividers, hooks and rails can also
be added to cupboards and drawers. In order to
ensure they work properly, it is vital that they are