CREATE THE PERFECT KITCHEN WITH KICH.

CREATE THE PERFECT KITCHEN WITH KICH.

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ABOUT KICH. All our kitchens come pre-assembled so you can choose to save money and install them yourself or have a KICH preferred local Kitchen installer to do the hard work for you. Don t let a cabinet maker design your kitchen! The kitchen is the heart of today s modern home. We are spending more and more time in our kitchens, not only cooking but entertaining friends and family, doing homework, of fice work, cof fee meetings and watching TV. Whether you want to install a new kitchen to increase the value of your home or just make your home more livable for you and your family, renovating well is critical. So, we asked our kitchen designers for a few tips on what to think about when it comes to designing a modern kitchen space. Avoid the common pitfalls people make when planning a kitchen with the tips that follow. DID YOU KNOW? We offer kitchens manufactured both in Australia or Italy to cover all design needs. www.kich.com.au 3

7 COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN DESIGNING YOUR KITCHEN 01 POOR DESIGN At Kich our priority is always functionality. While there is no ideal kitchen shape as every home is dif ferent, it s important to plan out the fridge, sink and cook top in a triangle with no more than 2 metres between each for maximum functionality. 02 NO STORAGE So many companies design you a kitchen that looks pretty but doesn t have the appliance storage you require. Poor storage often leads to devices being stored on bench tops and redesigns down the track. 03 NOT ENOUGH LIGHTING Unlike most rooms in the house, you don t want the light in a kitchen to only come from above where you will cause a shadow. In a kitchen, you are better of f having a light fall in front of you. Down lights above bench tops, hanging lighting and led light under cabinetry are all great options. DID YOU KNOW? We come to you to help understand what you are aiming to achieve with your beautiful new kitchen. 4 www.kich.com.au

04 MONEY SPENT POORLY When creating a kitchen, the stove is your statement piece. It is the most commonly used item and is always prominently on display. The best designers agree, if you were only to replace one item make, it the stove. It will make cooking more pleasurable and add the most value to your kitchen. 05 CRAMPED FOOD PANTRY Storage is everything in today s kitchen. With the ever growing supply of vitamins, supplements, condiments and other products it s important to plan your pantry s so that you can find things quickly and easily. Did you know that by removing shelves and adding stainless steel pull-outs you can increase storage by 30%? 06 HIGH OR LOW BENCHES Avoid back ache and ensure your counter height is optimised for you. If you don t, your body will quickly let you know about your mistake. The standard bench height is 900 to 950 millimeters. 07 INSUFFICIENT PLANNING If you re the social type or enjoy working in the kitchen, it will be imperative to ensure things like the island bench have enough clearance for your knees. We recommend an inset of 400 millimeters. Also, take into account each person will need about 600mm along the bench to sit comfortably. www.kich.com.au 5

KICH KITCHEN DESIGN TIPS. OPEN LAYOUTS ARE HERE TO STAY! 01 These days we re all about informal dining, so open layouts are here to stay. Open kitchens encourage interaction and entertainment with their breezy blend of living spaces and allow lots of space for cooking for large groups of people if necessary. LIGHT UP THE LED! Thanks to ever-evolving technology, LED lighting has lost its cold and unfriendly look. Use LEDs to brighten up an island or space underneath cabinets. The new-age lights are more ef ficient and longer-lasting than halogen and fluorescent bulbs too. 02 INTEGRATED APPLIANCES Sick of appliances sticking out like a sore thumb? Try integrating them into your kitchen with clever panelling and built-ins. Another great trick is to install power points in your pantries to make powering your devices easy and look clean and tidy. 03 6 www.kich.com.au

DID YOU KNOW? Our NO PRESSURE kitchen designers have been handpicked for their customer service? IT S ALL IN THE SINK 04 When it comes to sinks, you should always consider function. While more expensive initially, high-end, deeper and larger models contain splashes while simultaneously accommodating large pots and pans or other items that require handwashing. PLAN YOUR ISLAND 05 Island bench tops are the ultimate addition for many kitchens. They add space and versatility. For a kitchen island to be ef fective it requires a minimum of one metre clearance from all other items. www.kich.com.au 7

TIPS FOR THE TRADIES WHEN CREATING A KITCHEN THE TRADESMAN YOU CHOOSE ARE VERY IMPORTANT IMPORTANT WORKS LET THE DESIGNER KNOW YOUR BUDGET! While it might seem like it s smarter to keep your budget under your hat, by disclosing it will allow the designer produce the best kitchen for your money and save a lot of time in the process. 01 ALWAYS ASK ABOUT WARRANTIES! 02 A professional supplier will of fer warranties on their work, the materials, cupboards, surfaces and drawers. It s great piece of mind if something goes wrong. 8 www.kich.com.au

ASK FOR REAL REFERENCES FROM RECENT WORK! 03 Working with a professional kitchen designer with good references who knows how to get your kitchen right first time will definitely save you big money in the long run. Watch out for companies with website references that haven t been updated in years. PICK A DESIGNER, NOT A CABINET MAKER. 04 The design phase is no doubt the most important of the entire process so ensure the company and the people you choose truly care about your project and are not trying to sell you the same old kitchen every one else has bought over and over again. www.kich.com.au 9

WHY CHOOSE KICH. Kich kitchens are manufactured right here in Queensland from a mixture of E0 or E1 rated board, meaning no toxins are released over the lifespan of your kitchen damaging your health. All of our drawers and hinges are made by Blum and soft close comes as standard for every Kich kitchen. We have an extensive range of bench tops supplied by one of the worlds largest suppliers. We had several other kitchen companies in prior to meeting the Kich designer, none of whom listened to our brief and failed to design the kitchen we wanted. When our KICH designer came in and listened to what we were looking for, he asked lots of questions and absolutely nailed the brief. The design was exactly what we wanted. The product is fantastic and the tradie team were so friendly and easy to work with. Thank you KICH. 10 www.kich.com.au

PLAN YOUR KITCHEN KITCHEN STYLE L Shape Galley Style Island Bench U Shape INCLUSIONS Microwave Hole Fridge Hole Dishwasher (Standard) Draw Dishwasher Double Draw Dishwasher Walk In Pantry Standard Pantry Spice Rack Toaster / Kettle Hideaway Pot Drawer Cutlery Draw Standard Oven Large Oven Double Oven Steamer Tepanyaki Grill SPLASH BACK Glass Splash Back Tile Splash Back Stone Splash Back Laminate Splash Back Custom Splash Back BENCH TOPS Laminex Bench Tops Stone Bench Tops Timber Bench Tops Steel Bench Tops ACCESSORIES Knife Magnet Pot Hanging Area Under Bench Bin System HANDLES No Handles Large Handles Minimalistic Handles Antique Handles SINK / TAPS Double Sink Single Sink Insinkerator Water Purifier Instant Hot Water Use our handy checklist to ensure you have all the options you could potentially want for your kitchen prior to meeting a designer. Book your free kitchen consultation today on 1300 616 127 www.kich.com.au 11

SERVICE AREAS - Brisbane - Sunshine Coast - Gold Coast EMAIL ADDRESS info@kich.com.au TELEPHONE NUMBER SALES: 1300 616 127 HQ ADDRESS Suite 106 Albert Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD, 4218