GDA Kitchens & Bathrooms

The Grand Designs Australia Kitchens and Bathrooms. Two of the most important rooms in every home, the kitchen and bathroom, have come a long way from the humble spaces they once were. And with the variety of materials, finishes, appliances and gadgets available today, the design of your kitchen and bathroom can be as simple or grand as your imagination and budget will allow. Projects this issue illustrate many different design ideas and material options, from timber and stone to ceramic and mosaic, glass, metal and much more. Designers have myriad options to choose from when creating these spaces and with technology on hand, consumers can even walk through their proposed rooms ”albeit virtually” before they commit to undertaking what can be a costly building project. The kitchen and bathroom design and layout you choose for your home should reflect the way you live, work and access the spaces, so before you start, planning is key. Sit with your designer and work through your areas in meticulous detail. Well-designed kitchens and bathrooms that use quality materials and workmanship should serve you well into the future. That's why it pays to do it once and do it well.

From the Editor

GDA Kitchens & Bathrooms

From Peter Maddison

KITCHENS OF THE PAST, present and future • Award-winning designer Katia Slogrove shares her thoughts on the evolution of the heart of the home — the kitchen space

Predictions and trends • Interior designer Sarah Nolen reveals how to ensure your bathroom haven stands the test of time

au naturel • Transform your space into a natural haven using fresh, earthy tones

IN THE lap OF luxury • Give your kitchen the touch of luxury it deserves with these stunning statement pieces and appliances, which will elevate your space to the next level

Let it SINK IN • It’s time to gift your gorgeous kitchen the sink and tap combo it deserves

TAKE A seat • It’s time to relax and unwind with family and friends in the heart of the home

TOP IT OFF • One of the most hard-wearing surfaces of the home, the humble benchtop can take your kitchen to new heights

charismatic CORALS • Be on trend by incorporating this year’s key colour into your kitchen

A FOODIE’S DELIGHT • Business and pleasure come together in this kitchen that’s fit for a king

LIKE A GLOVE • A home that fits the owners to perfection

ONE WITH Nature • Closely entwined with nature, this playful kitchen is pared back to highlight a unique materiality and tranquil ambience

FAMILY TIES • Pick up a mug and some loose-leaf tea while perusing this family-friendly kitchen that values storage and defies its slight size

COOKING IN THE SKY • Draped in black and accented in gold, this contemporary penthouse kitchen is sky-high and fancy-free

NEW ZEALAND’S Finest • An All Black kitchen showcases textured living and rustic elegance

A DAY AT THE spa • Relax at home with a spainspired bathroom

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS • Mid-century modern is a hot trend that sits between old and new

soak it up • Relax, rejuvenate, and be the best version of yourself in the comfort of your own home

GOLDEN-AGE GLAMOUR • If you’re after an eye-catching space, these timeless yet edgy products will tick all the right boxes

pure vanity • With gorgeous products like these, you could be forgiven for letting your bathroom’s looks go to your head

Bathrooms • Take some cues from some cutting edge bathroom design

BLACK magic • This compact dark-toned space truly manages to capture a sense of magic

BALMAIN’S BATHING beauty • Carter Williamson Architects is preserving history and promoting hygiene one bathroom at a time

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