Every kitchen in Australia relies on appliances that play an important role at mealtimes. Most homes have a fridge, dishwasher, blender, toaster, and quite a few others. No matter the size, each appliance has its purpose. So how do we make them fit seamlessly into our lives without cluttering up the Caesarstone benchtops?
With so many appliances in your kitchen, you can store them in creative, subtle ways while preserving the aesthetic of your new kitchen designs. At Nobby Kitchens, we specialise in beautiful kitchen designs that never compromise on functionality and storage. In this post, we share expert advice on how to conceal your kitchen appliances using creative cabinets, multifunction benchtops and appliance pantries.
Create an Appliance Pantry
In a modern kitchen, a pantry does more than store dry goods. With so many appliances in the home, a dedicated appliance pantry makes life simpler. Nobby Kitchens recommends including a pantry where toasters, juicers and blenders can be stored when not in use. A microwave takes up a lot of counter space. Storing it in a pantry keeps it accessible but out of sight.
Kitchen showrooms like Nobby Kitchens often recommend built in microwaves. Keep in mind that the venting frames can be challenging to maintain.
Custom Designed Fridge Overlays
Refrigerators take up the most space in a kitchen. They are the most important appliance, yet they almost always clash with the decor. No matter the size of your fridge, you can make it blend seamlessly with your kitchen style using a fridge overlay. Fridge overlays match the rest of the kitchen perfectly. They install directly onto the surface of the fridge to conceal it.
Find Storage with Slide Out Kitchen Cabinets
Slide-out cabinets look just like regular kitchen cabinets, but with one key difference. They feature deep bases that offer surprising storage without taking up extra room. Well designed slide out cabinets can store blenders, air fryers and even small dough machines.
Choose a Stylish Kitchen Island
One of our favourite storage solutions is the kitchen island. High quality showrooms like ours offer pre-built islands you can customise to suit your needs. Kitchen islands provide significant counter space and deep storage underneath. They keep appliances out of view yet easily accessible. At Nobby Kitchens, we design islands with a wide range of stone benchtop options, including Caesarstone, to suit every space.
Install an Appliance Hutch
Does your kitchen have mismatched appliances creating clutter? Instead of hunting for new spaces, create one dedicated spot for all of them. An appliance hutch is a compact storage unit with enough space for small and medium electronics. These handy storage units can be customised to perfectly match the look of any kitchen, while doing a perfect job of keeping kitchen appliances out of sight.
Store Appliances in an Elegant Freestanding Armoire
Adding storage during a renovation is easy. Finding storage for an existing kitchen is harder. A freestanding armoire is the ideal solution. Armoires are tall and narrow, so they provide storage without looking bulky. You can use an armoire to store every appliance in the kitchen, like a closet for electronics. Concealing appliances frees up counter space and keeps your kitchen aesthetic intact.
Appliance Cubbies as Creative Storage Solutions
If you need extra storage but want something different from standard cabinets, a kitchen appliance cubby could be the right choice. Sleek, minimalistic cubbies give you easy access to everyday appliances. For small or narrow kitchens where installing new cabinets is not practical, cubbies add storage without compromising on space.
Hiding in Plain Sight with Built In Appliances
Looking for a completely different way to conceal larger appliances? Built in versions of your favourite appliances could be the solution. In minimalist kitchens, mismatched appliances stand out and become an eyesore. If adding extra storage is not viable, you can revamp the space by installing built in dishwashers, refrigeration drawers and more. These match the rest of the kitchen and create one uninterrupted colour palette.
Cutting-Edge Kitchen Renovations Sydney
Nobby Kitchens has built a trusted reputation since 1939. We provide New South Wales with kitchen consultancy services across a wide range of projects. From benchtops and accessories to end to end kitchen designs, we have the skill and experience to make every dream kitchen a reality. Contact us today to find out more.
