Before you choose cabinet colours, you need to lock down layout, flow, storage, and how the room actually works day to day. In this episode we break down the early decisions that will make your kitchen renovation successful.

What we cover

• Why kitchens are usually the first major design decision in a renovation
• The layout choices that affect plumbing, electrics and budget
• Why the classic “kitchen triangle” is outdated
• Designing kitchens in practical zones: storage, prep, cooking and cleaning
• Storage strategies that make kitchens easier to live with
• Floor-to-ceiling units, drawers vs cupboards and corner solutions
• Planning sockets, appliances and everyday countertop clutter

We also share the biggest kitchen regrets - from narrow islands to nowhere to hide clutter.

This is part 1 of a two-part kitchen episode - in the next episode we’ll cover appliances, materials and kitchen lighting.

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