Storage is undeniably the sinews of war when it comes to fitting out an easy-going kitchen . Whether it’s hooks on the credenza , fitted cupboards, compartmentalized drawers or magnetic supports, there is no shortage of solutions when it comes to storing utensils.
For low storage, I recommend that you favor sliding drawers rather than cupboards. More accessible, thinner pots and drawers have the advantage of making all of their contents accessible in a single gesture. Above the worktop you can attach cupboards or open shelves. Be careful if you opt for the latter, impeccable storage is essential! Overly cluttered shelves give the kitchen an overall messy feel, even if it’s otherwise perfectly tidy.
The latter can accommodate cupboards in which you will store your robots, dishes or various dishes. A central island can also serve as a bar , or accommodate one of the three areas of the activity triangle . To close the practical aspects of your future kitchen, don’t forget .
sufficient electrical outlets , bar with hooks (or magnetic) to hang your most common utensils, containers for your bulk food… If the subject interests you, I invite you to read my article on the changes we have made home for the past two years!
The central island remains an ideal storage solution for kitchens whose surface allows such a layout. Pictured is the central Saint Germain island , which accommodates all the kitchen workspaces in one block. A layout as original as it is successful!
Easy-care materials for a kitchen that’s easy to live with every day
Cleaning remains a thankless task to which no one lends itself willingly. To make your life easier, it is therefore better to bet on easy-care materials for your kitchen . On the floor, choose tiles or waxed concrete, which are easy to clean. If despite everything you want to fall for parquet, consider protecting it in the wet area. A vinyl mat, placed in front of the sink, will do just fine.
For the splashback and the worktop, on the contrary, avoid small tiles because the joints are more difficult to clean and get dirty quickly. Stainless steel, although robust, is very messy. We quickly see the traces of limestone or food. Choose treated wood, melamine or even glass, which is very easy to clean.
As for furniture, I recommend the matte finish rather than lacquer , especially if you have young children or animals. Nothing dirtier than a shiny black veneer kitchen cupboard… Fingerprints are all the more conspicuous! By carefully choosing your materials, you will see that your kitchen will only be easier to clean , and therefore easier to live with on a daily basis.
Last point not to be overlooked when creating an easy-to-live-in kitchen:
lighting . Indeed, there is nothing worse than cooking in a dark room! It’s hard to make a success of your dishes when you can’t see the quantities on the scale or the different stages of making a recipe. To successfully light your kitchen, it is essential to multiply the light sources .
Start by installing a central ceiling light that will diffuse light throughout the room. Add light strips (LED) under the high cupboards of your kitchen to take advantage of direct lightingabove your work surface. You can also choose suspensions or sconces in specific places in the kitchen, such as above the dining table. Finally, do not hesitate to invest in aesthetic lighting , in glass cupboards or along your open shelves. Guaranteed wow effect!