Home renovation ideas

We all know kitchen renovations can sometimes be a little, well, challenging. With appliances jostling for their spot amid that all-important bench space, there’s a lot for renovators to consider. So what’s the secret to a stress-free kitchen renovation? Getting your measurements correct from the outset! From minimum clearances to recommended dimensions, there’s an art to planning for appliances including fridges, dishwashers and rangehoods – here are some top tips.

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Longing for a total reno refresh but don’t know where to start? How about with a sneak peek at the hottest kitchen design trends tipped to rule this year! Tania Grillinzoni, The Good Guys Buyer – Cooking & Dishwashers, has the lowdown on the fridges, cooking appliances and dishwashers that will be popping up in all the best-dressed kitchens this year.

And to help you create your dream kitchen blueprint, we asked the design whizzes at Kinsman to unpack the most tempting kitchen trends. Let the reno inspo begin!

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Induction Cooktops have made a huge entrance into the world of kitchen appliances. Having gained popularity for its quick cooking times, energy efficiency, and safety, it’s pretty much the best of everything.

How does induction cooking work? Should you consider making the cooktop change? With all the big brands, from Asko and Bosch to Miele and Smeg coming up with new and improved technological advancements in induction cooking, here’s what you need to know if you’re thinking of making the switch. Read on for all the ins and outs of induction cooktops and why they could be the perfect match for your household.

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Bringing your dream kitchen to life is one of the most exciting – and challenging – undertakings in the home. And while you may have been fantasising about swathes of marble and beautiful brass tapware, choosing the right appliances is critical to getting the right kitchen.

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Straight line, Galley, U Shaped and L Shaped - we'll clear up the jargon and give you everything you need to know to find the best layout, appliances, tips, tools and buying guides to suit your home, kitchen and family.

Written by cook: Alice Zaslavsky

In cooking, as in fashion, trends will come and go. But the real savvy shoppers are those who are able to cut through the noise and find the features that most benefit them. Knowing what suits you, your lifestyle, and your priorities, means you’ll always be comfortable and confident – in the street and in the kitchen!

Let’s look at four of the latest trends and try them on for size:

Want to learn more about Alice? Check out our Cooking appliance hub!

Is a kitchen renovation on your must-do list, but the amount of time and money you need to invest is holding you back? No problem. The design experts at Kinsman have cooked up the perfect solution. Whether you’re installing a new kitchen, giving your old kitchen some long-overdue love with new appliances and cabinetry, or flipping an investment property in a hurry, a flat pack kitchen from Kinsman’s Xpress Range is the secret ingredient you’ve been searching for.

You’ve watched ALL of the design shows and explored the latest kitchen design ideas and inspiration. You’re now ready to create your perfect kitchen. But where do you start? Luckily, the team at Kinsman are here to help.

When it comes to planning your perfect kitchen design, you’ll want to make sure that the layout, style and range you choose is the best fit for your lifestyle and maximises efficiency. Follow Kinsman’s simple three-step process to create the kitchen of your dreams!

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There’s nothing quite like coming home to a neat and tidy kitchen, though it never stays that way for long. Opt for built-in and integrated kitchen appliances when you’re renovating and you can hold on to that feeling a little longer. The flush finishes and clean lines make for a sleek, seamless clutter-free zone. But what is the difference between built-in and integrated, and what are the big considerations at the planning stage? Read on to find out.

Buying a new oven can feel like a leap of faith. Not only is it one of the biggest home appliance outlays you’ll make, but the right oven can also make a whopping difference to your home life (and tastebuds!) for years to come. Do you go for a classic electric or freestanding model from a trusted household brand? Or do you seize the moment and invest in a modern marvel with all the latest bells and whistles to transform family mealtimes (hello, pyrolytic ovens, do-it-all double ovens and combi steam ovens!)?

Fear not. We’re here to help you snap up that perfect new oven with total confidence by sharing our most popular and top-rated ovens! Don’t just take our word for it though… Be guided by our happy customers who have tried, tested and loved these all-star ovens, and have written the rave oven reviews to prove it!

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Have you been sizing up your dream ovens and compiling your kitchen design lookbooks for what feels like forever? Scrimping and saving for that new kitchen? Great news. With a Studio Range Kitchen from Kinsman, you could be enjoying bistro-worthy brunches from your new star oven or cooktop in no time. 

That’s because Kinsman’s Studio Range of on-point kitchen cabinetry arrives at your door fully assembled, which means you can save precious time and money – and realise your kitchen renovation goals faster.

“Kinsman’s Studio Range is a curated collection of our most in-demand modern kitchen designs, cabinet sizes and contemporary door finishes at a value price point,” says Philip Ryder, Design Manager at Kinsman Kitchens. “It’s a great solution for the budget-conscious and still allows you to tailor the look of your new kitchen to your own taste.”

The best part? You can put the pennies you save on a new kitchen build towards bagging your favourite kitchen appliances.

A self-cleaning oven might sound too good to be true, but the technology does exist and it’s becoming more common than ever. All of that grease, grime and fat can be turned to ash and easily wiped away with a simple setting adjustment.

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Want to get in on the perks of bulk buying groceries? Too easy! But if your kitchen fridge-freezer is already packing a shelf-full, it might be wise to invest in a second cheap freezer. With all that extra space to fill with butcher-shop bargains and batch cooking, you can put your weekly grocery spend, and trips to the store, on ice ‒ literally!

Whether you have room for a slim, upright freezer in your butler’s pantry or you’d rather stash a cheap chest freezer in the garage, The Good Guys have an affordable, hardworking and good-looking option to suit your home and budget. Here’s all the info you need to find the best value freezer.

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It’s time to show your laundry a little love. With some clever thinking and space saving ideas, it’s easy to take on a laundry renovation and increase the functionality with a new design. The latest laundry appliances such as dryers and washing machines will help you to keep your whites white and your colours bright in a room that you’re proud of.

Do you have a small laundry? Well, when it comes to the laundry, bigger is not necessarily better. With the right laundry appliances and layout, a tighter space can still tick all the boxes for functionality and optimised workflow, ensuring hassle-free wash days.

Besides, there is much to love about a laundry organised “just so” to make your life breezier. Maybe the laundry appliances are at bench height, so there’s no need to bend down. Or perhaps the washing machine and dryer are stacked to free up space for a handy folding bench or oversized wash tub.

With the right laundry appliances and a space-smart fit-out, you can streamline your compact laundry to make light of any load. So which appliance layout is the one for you?

You’ve been saving pictures of your favourite laundry designs, laundry appliances, taps, tiles and basins, and now it’s time for the fun part – bringing it all together in your laundry renovation or new-build. Having a space that looks beautiful and is a joy to use is a given if you are focused on creating the ultimate designer laundry from the get-go. Follow our seven-step plan to create a laundry to love.

Is your laundry your next renovation itch? Or, lucky old you, you’re creating your dream laundry from scratch? Either way, you’ll want something stylish and streamlined. Stocked with the smartest new laundry appliances to lighten your load. And a practical design that won’t hinder your workflow.

We flag the 7 deadly laundry design sins, plus share expert tips from Kinsman to help land you with a hardworking laundry you’ll give thanks for every single wash day.

If you’re dreaming of a new laundry but worried it will be too expensive, fear not! There are lots of ways to deliver the job within budget – and with all the bells and whistles you have your heart set on. The trick is knowing where to spend and where to save. We asked the experts for their top money-saving tips when it comes to laundry renovations, as well as their top picks for laundry products, including standout washers and dryers.

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It’s one of the hardest-working rooms in the home and now the laundry is also one of the smartest. And that’s good news if you’re looking for both a feature-packed washing machine and dryer that do all the thinking (and program selection and detergent dosing) so you don’t have to!

To get the scoop on what’s hot in laundry design and appliances for 2024, we sat down with Peter Simic, The Good Guys Buyer – Laundry; and Alisa Fraser, celebrated interior designer and ambassador for Kinsman, the leading Australian-owned kitchen and laundry manufacturer.

So, stop scrubbing and start planning your dream laundry!

In recent years, the laundry has evolved from an interior design after-thought to a space to make a style statement. As one of the hardest working rooms in the home, functionality has always been key, but today the design aesthetic of the laundry gets just as much love (if not a little more) than the kitchen and bathroom. Looking to update yours? Here are six stunning looks to inspire your new design.

Cool, Calm and Coastal

Found within an historic bungalow home in Sydney’s Lower North Shore, this fresh new space designed by Annie Bowen of Annie Bowen Design is a masterclass in timeless style, with just a hint of the beloved Hamptons aesthetic. “The client wanted a functional space to contain a new washing machine and condenser dryer, a good amount of bench space and access to the window for ventilation,” explains Annie Bowen. With classic Shaker-style cabinetry, louvre windows and a eucalyptus green splashback, the end result is calm, practical and cohesive with the rest of the home. “Here, we kept the cabinets in the same white as we had used in the kitchen, then used a slightly deeper green handmade tile for the splashback,” she adds.

Laundry appliances are more than just the finishing touches to a renovation or new build – they are the key to creating a fully functioning work space. So when it comes to pulling together laundry design ideas for your new space, it makes sense to make your washer and dryer central to the design. After all, what’s a dream laundry without dream laundry appliances?

When it comes to laundries, good things really do come in small packages. While you might be dreaming of a spacious laundry, the truth is you don’t need that much room for a laundry that is big on style and high on function, thanks to some new innovations in laundry appliances.

More and more, homeowners are reclaiming valuable space taken up by their laundries to free up other areas of the home. Whether it’s a bigger kitchen, living room or study you’re after, your old laundry might just provide the extra space needed. With a smart layout and stylish features, a new smaller laundry can function smarter than a bigger one and still look like a million bucks.

When you don’t have the luxury of space but still want small laundry design ideas that are a) easy on the eye and b) kitted out with all the essentials, the solution is clear. You need a European-style laundry, the compact choice in homes that won’t stretch to a full-sized laundry room. Not sure where to start? Well we've got you covered with these 6 steps to create your dream European-style laundry.

Everyone wants a stylish and well-organised laundry. Not only will the right ideas save you time, they’ll make this weekly chore a bore no more. Of all the household jobs, laundry is the second most time-consuming after cooking. If you get takeaway or Uber Eats a lot, it moves to the number-one spot. Given the amount of time you spend doing laundry, it makes sense to create the most efficient space possible with the best appliances for your lifestyle. Here are six great ideas to create a dream laundry you’ll love.