HOW TO: STYLING YOUR KITCHEN ISLAND FOR SPRING

As we transition into the warmer months of Spring, it’s the perfect time to refresh your styling at home and let nature bloom indoors.

Kitchens – we all have them, we all use them and we couldn’t live without them. Over time kitchens have become more than just a place for preparing and cooking meals; they’ve become the heart of the home where families gather to share meals, stories and create memories.

If coastal is your preferred style then you’ll love the Home Collective kitchen in Bunbury. Featuring the stunning Airy Concrete(™)  benchtop by Caesarstone, this kitchen really draws on the subtle tones from the stone to complement the blue cabinetry, Habitat by Polytec.

Here you can see Kara from Rose & Bud has gone for a selection of muted organic tones of white, cream, blush and grey green paired with the texture of cotton wool flowers, fitting in beautifully with the kitchen’s tones of blue and oak adding to the feel of this relaxed coastal kitchen.

For the vessels it’s all about texture here. The medium sized one ties back to the kitchen again drawing out the blue tones, pairing nicely with the white clay vases.

People are often a bit nervous to play it bold with darker colours in the kitchen, but we think taking a risk pays off in this instance! The Caesarstone showroom is home to an incredible kitchen which really plays on the dramatic tones of black and grey. Black Temple(™) and Turbine Grey(™) have been used with hints of brass creating a sleek, sophisticated look.

When it comes to styling a dark kitchen, you can afford to be a little playful. The aim is to add contrast and create vibrancy against the darker tones. We have used pops of colour such as pinks, purples and greens.

Working in the rule of odds, three different heighted vessels is used. A tall, textured vase towards the back adds an element of height with moody magnolia branches, while a ribbed glass vase with bright green orchids creates vibrancy against the black backdrop.

The hero kitchen at Home Collective in Leederville turns heads everyday. Its subtle, yet striking beauty really sets it apart from the rest and showcases the perfect balance between minimalist and contemporary. Bianco Drift(™) is a warm and neutral stone that pairs with just about anything.

When it comes to styling, less is more here. With an island of this scale it’s important not to take away from it’s beauty and instead draw from the colours and veins when choosing florals and vessels. We’ve opted for a taller white ribbed vase towards the back which complements the panelled edging of the island, paired with textured blossoms for height. Queen Anne’s Lace works nicely with Bianco Drift(™) pulling the lace-like pattern of the stone veins into the styling.

You don’t need to be a florist or have years of experience to achieve these looks in your own home. Kara from Rose & Bud has put together a few of her tricks to help you nail your seasonal styling.

• Always use vases in clusters of odd numbers. Work with one large vase filled with 3 types of flower/foliage, or a trio of mixed vessels each with a singular style of flower/foliage.
• Variety is key. Choose vases and florals which complement each other and vary in width, height, texture and materials. Kara’s tip is to keep the largest vase tell and neutral, while adding your pop of colour through the smallest vase.
• Consider the size and scale of your kitchen bench as this will influence your styling. A larger kitchen would suit a trio arrangement with the largest vase at least 40cm in height. A kitchen of smaller size would need one medium arrangement to create interest.
• To give your blooms the best chance of survival, keep them out of direct heat sources and remember to replace the water and re-cut the stems every 2-3 days.