Kitchens are an integral part of every home, and they are the centre for anything food or beverage related at home. While the needs and wants of homeowners have evolved over the years, the kitchen has remained relatively unchanged. That said, if you’re redesigning your current home or building your dream home, you might be wondering how you can spruce up your kitchen space. In this post, we take a look at some innovative kitchen design trends that you can incorporate into your modern home.
Smart Technology
Smart technology has taken the world by storm in recent years. Simply put, smart technology refers to any technological device that incorporates some form of automation, artificial intelligence or other technology to make your life easier. Some examples of smart technology that you can add to your kitchen design include:
- Motion-Sensing Lights: Lights that turn on when they detect motion can be a useful addition that can save you the trouble of having to look for the light switches late at night or when your hands are full of groceries.
- Smart Ovens: Smart ovens can come in many different forms and can have various features. Some common features include cameras that let you watch your food while it cooks and Wi-Fi integration that enables you to control the temperature remotely so you can preheat your oven before you get home.
- Smart Fridges: Like smart ovens, the features that come with each smart fridge may vary. Nonetheless, there are some smart fridges that come with features such as sensors that can help you keep track of what you have in your fridge to help you plan your trips to the grocery store.
Eco-Friendly Features
An integral part of sustainable house design is incorporating eco-friendly features into your home. One of the ways you can do so is by adding energy-efficient appliances to your kitchen. When shopping for appliances, take care to keep an eye out for those that do not consume as much energy. This can help to minimise the impact that your home has on the environment.
Multi-Functional Kitchen Islands
In a smaller home, you might consider doing without kitchen islands as a space-saving measure. However, an alternative option that you can consider might be to build a multi-functional kitchen island. You can add seating, built-in storage and even appliances or sinks to your kitchen island to help you save on space. You can also use it as a dining table or a working space.
Sustainable House Design with Australian Heritage Homes
If you’re looking to incorporate elements of modernity and sustainability into your kitchen and, by extension, your home, Australian Heritage Homes is here to help. Our team of experienced custom home builders is well-versed in sustainable house design and has the tools and expertise to help you build your custom home. Contact us today to find out more about the services we offer, and let us help you build the home of your dreams.