Modern Contemporary Kitchen Design Elements

Modern and contemporary kitchens feature exciting design elements that make this important space feel like home.

Any Australian kitchen designer knows that a lot has changed since the 1970s, but there’s no rule saying you can’t mix some of the old with the new.

Grey kitchen design

A custom kitchen design can elevate this important living space to a new level. Whether you’re renovating an existing home or building new and starting from scratch, Kitchens by Kathie is here to help you find the perfect design.

This project by designer Anne Ellard is proudly a finalist in the 2020 KBDI Designer Awards. 

In this ‘Insider Look’ series we take you inside the mind of a designer and give you a detailed look at a recent Kitchens by Kathie renovation. This installment showcases a peaceful Hampton’s inspired Oasis in Pullenvale, Brisbane.

With their ability to keep all the disorderly parts of a kitchen behind doors, it is no wonder that butler’s pantries are becoming increasingly sought after.

In this ‘Insider Look’ series we take you inside the mind of a designer and give you a detailed look at a recent Kitchens by Kathie renovation. This installment showcases a modern colonial kitchen in Morningside.

Whether you are only tinkering with the idea of an industrial-style kitchen or have your heart set on this utilitarian approach, further defining this style will prove useful in making decisions about your new kitchen design.

I think we can all agree that having a kitchen bench top clear of clutter is a great feeling! What if we told you it could be like that all the time? In this article we are sharing 5 space savers for your kitchen to keep appliances off the bench top and away behind closed

Classic white kitchen designs.

Timber Elements When we think timber in kitchens our minds might flash to old cottage style homes from the 80s where all-timber cabinetry was at its peak in popularity.

When renovating your kitchen it can be tempting to go the safe route and choose a neutral colour scheme – but where is the fun in that?

Our hot summer days and almost year-long warm nights here in Brisbane make outdoor kitchens the perfect way to bring entertaining through to your backyard.

The Hamptons style kitchen is a regal and sophisticated design that has stood the test of time. The contemporary approach sees this go-to kitchen style become sleeker and more streamlined than ever before.

In this ‘Insider Look’ series we take you inside the mind of a designer and give you a detailed look at a recent Kitchens by Kathie renovation. This installment showcases a ‘streamlined industrial’ approach to a major kitchen overhaul in Brisbane’s beautiful New Farm suburb. 

Welcome back to our Q&A series. In this article we are giving you access inside the mind of another one of our very own designers – Anne.  Anne is a professionally trained Interior Designer. After she graduated with distinction from London based Limperts Academy of Design she worked as an interior design consultant and store

Kitchen storage solution for herbs and Spices

Make the most of your bench space by focusing on smart storage solutions that keep clutter off your counters. We’re counting down the top 5 ways in this post… #1 Herbs and Spices Ditch the spice rack that would otherwise sit on your counter and opt for an ultra-organised shallow draw. The perfect location is

Gift Guide With the holiday season quickly approaching, we have pulled together the annual KBK Christmas Gift Guide! At Kitchens by Kathie we spend a lot of time with clients who have a real passion for cooking. It’s with these clients in mind that we’ve put together a selection of Christmas gift ideas for anyone who

Q&A With Our Designer – Jane

Welcome back to our Q&A series. In this article we are giving you access inside the mind of another one of our very own designers – Jane.  Jane graduated from CPIT in New Zealand with a diploma in Interior Design and Decor in 2003. Her love for Interior Design grew after working for a number

Q&A Welcome to the first installment of our Q&A series. In this article we are giving you access inside the mind of our very own designer – Ebony.  With 8 years experience in the kitchen industry both in Europe and Australia Ebony has an eye for detail and loves working closely with her clients to

Kitchens are becoming increasingly opulent and an aesthetic we have had our eye on is incorporating gold elements into the design. It doesn’t get much more luxurious than a shimmering gold focal point of the kitchen and we are going to take a look at a plethora of ways this can be achieved. We have