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When designing and planning your new kitchen, one of the more interesting design features you could consider involves curves. Curved features in kitchens can be a stunning and visually attractive addition to any kitchen, contemporary or traditional. But how can you use curved design in a kitchen? And what are the advantages of this?
What are the considerations for using curved features in kitchens?
To add curved features to any kitchen you could consider:
- Using curved worktop ends- rounding the end of your worktops to a curved edge, rather than a simple straight edge rectangle, can be a great way to add curved design to your kitchen. This transforms the overall shape of the kitchen worktops, and can even create a rounded breakfast bar or seating area, if you have space to extend this out beyond the lower level cabinets.
- Using curved worktops- you can also opt for all round curved worktops that move in a flow around your kitchen. While this can disrupt the straight lines approach favoured by contemporary design, it can be a stylish addition that adds visual interest and intrigue.
- Using curved apron sinks- using a farmhouse sink in a country or traditional kitchen is a great way to add character and age to the design. But you could opt for a rounded or curved sink to increase the visual interest and create a stunning kitchen feature.
- Rounded kitchen islands- if your kitchen is large enough for a kitchen island, why not consider a rounded style of kitchen island? From full circular designs, to simple rounded rectangle designs, there are a number of ways to implement this in any kitchen, of any style.
What are the advantages of curved features in kitchens?
There are several advantages to incorporating curved features into a kitchen design, including:
- Improved flow and movement- curved edges can help create a smoother flow throughout the kitchen, making it easier to move around the space. This can be particularly beneficial in busy family kitchens or open-plan layouts where people frequently pass through.
- Enhanced safety- rounded corners and curved worktop edges reduce the risk of bumps and knocks compared to sharp corners, making them a practical choice for households with children.
- A softer aesthetic- curves help soften the overall appearance of a kitchen, balancing the hard lines and angular shapes often associated with cabinetry, appliances and worktops. This can create a more welcoming and relaxed atmosphere.
- Increased visual interest- curved design features can act as striking focal points, adding character and individuality to the kitchen. Whether incorporated into an island, worktop or sink, curves can elevate the overall design and make the space feel more bespoke.
- Better use of space- in some kitchen layouts, curved features can help maximise available space by improving accessibility around corners and creating more practical walkways.
- Timeless appeal- while kitchen trends come and go, curved elements have a timeless quality that can work well in both traditional and contemporary kitchens, helping to create a design that remains stylish for years to come.
For more information or advice about your new kitchen, take a look at what we can offer online and in-store today, here at Homematas. We are Preston’s leading kitchen design professionals and we offer kitchens suitable for any home, traditional or contemporary.