Turn your dreams into reality with TRENDS Kitchens.

Our website is packed with loads of inspirational ideas, as well as all the practical information you need to take the first step towards designing and building the kitchen of your dreams.

Remember, when you choose to work with the TRENDS Kitchens team we are with you every step of the way.

Whatever your kitchen inspiration - design, innovation, lifestyle or functionality - your TRENDS team will help you express your individuality.

Are you a master chef, a Mum on-the-go or a regular entertainer? Maybe you're a bit of each? No matter how you look at it, your kitchen is the central focus of your home. To many households the kitchen is multi-functional; it's for meal preparation, it's the family gathering space, the place where guests mill around and it possibly even doubles as an office area.

TRENDS Kitchens' passion, experience and drive for excellence are directly reflected in our customer service. Over many years now, we have strived to perfect our customer service as we bring our passion and experience into every project; making your spectacular new kitchen the social centre of your home... a truly inspiring reflection of you!

For most people, choosing to design and build a new kitchen may only happen once or twice in a lifetime. Is it any wonder most people feel a little daunted by the thought of it? More so when you are confronted with the many and varied decisions to be made in regard to budget, style, colour schemes, finishes, accessories, fittings and appliances

At TRENDS Kitchens, we understand your dilemma and we know that the more help and advice available to you, the more enjoyable your experience will be. So, below, we've put together a list of a few things to consider when planning your new kitchen.

You should take into consideration important aspects such as:
• Kitchen area What size would you like your new kitchen to be? That is, the length, width and height dimensions of the room
• Connections What electrical, water, lighting, etc., connections will you require? For example, do you need more power points? Where do you want them placed? Would you like to add a dishwasher? Does your refrigerator require water to be connected?
• Adjoining areas: A kitchen is quite often directly connected to the house's living/dining areas, or possibly the outdoor entertaining area. So, these areas should be taken into consideration when designing your new kitchen. What style of kitchen will suit your home? How can you integrate your new kitchen with other parts of your house? Why not visit our online gallery to view a few kitchen styles and help you with formulating your ideas?
• How would you like the kitchen to function? Are you a mum on-the-go? Are you a regular entertainer? Would you prefer to keep an eye on the kids as they do their homework? Do you and your family or friends seem to always congregate in the kitchen area?
• Do you have any physical restrictions or safety concerns? Ease of access and personal safety are critical considerations for your kitchen. Do you or a family member have mobility issues? Where should you place your oven and other appliances to ensure accessibility? Are you able to reach up to overhead cupboards? Will toddlers be in the kitchen?
• What sort of cooking is preferred? Are most meals prepared on the stovetop, baked in the oven or reheated in the microwave? Is space required for a coffee machine or food processor? Do you use a collection of portable appliances? Do you have a large family?
• Consider your storage requirements: What capacity pantry do you require? Is your shopping done in bulk? Will you now require a new fridge, or should your design build in the ability to upscale your fridge sometime in the future? Do you own an ever-growing collection of Tupperware or other such containers?
• What flooring should you consider? Can you keep your existing flooring? What is the condition of the floor underneath? Do you want your flooring to integrate through adjoining rooms or make an individual statement within your kitchen?

As you can see there are many things to consider when planning your kitchen? We have prepared a downloadable form that can assist with helping you decide on the necessities for you kitchen of your dreams. When you decide to meet with our designers it would be helpful if you brought this checklist with you, that way we can make sure that nothing important is left out when discussing your needs. TRENDS are with you every step of the way and we are here to help.

Like most industries, kitchens follow fashion trends and, in recent years, there has been a shift from traditional detailing towards a more modern, cleaner look. At TRENDS Kitchens, we make it our business to keep at the forefront of what is happening in our industry. This way we can ensure that we can create a unique experience for each of our clients. Whether you prefer an ultra-contemporary or a traditional farmhouse style kitchen, TRENDS has the knowledge and skills to create your dream kitchen.

With so many new ideas, products and accessories, deciding which style of kitchen best suits your needs can prove quite daunting. Why not look for inspiration in our online gallery or visit one of our showrooms, where you'll see a selection of styles and displays? From our experience, even the savviest of customers will find new ideas and inspiration amongst the many and varied options available.

CURRENT KITCHEN TRENDS
The latest, most popular look in kitchens is the high gloss unit. It's available in many colour options and offers a very simple, clean look. White and cream remain the most popular colours.

Grainy wood finishes have been a recent trend and Cherry is rising in popularity, along with more unusual woods, including Applewood, Pearwood and bamboo!

Simple stainless steel handles enhance the effect and make a compact kitchen look larger. There are drawers available now that open with a simple push, so handles are no longer needed! Stainless steel continues to be a major trend in both modern and traditional kitchens and it is likely to remain a strong influence in kitchens for some time to come.