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August 17, 2021 In PORTFOLIO

Tired to Tranquil – Home Renovation | Kitchen

Tired to Tranquil - Home Renovation

Kitchen

About the Space

Here at Kirsty Badenhorst Interiors, we love to redesign kitchens. We love to create the perfect layout with tons of storage space for our clients. This kitchen was a lovely size, however, it was divided up with islands, walls and doors to a separate scullery. We opted to take down the walls and make the kitchen larger. The cupboards were in good condition, however they had to be redone in order to accommodate the new space. We added in new stone tops which made the space feel a lot more modern. Additionally, we opted for new hardware, sinks and plumbing fixtures.

We created a feature out of the kitchen island, which we had grey doors installed to add contrast. The island was quite small in the original kitchen. Therefore we created a much larger island with seating to help with a growing family. In addition to the grey doors, we installed a timber top with acts as another work surface, or island with bar seating. The timber ties in beautifully with the new woven pendants we had installed above the island. These create a lovely mood, and provide additional lighting to the space. Like the other rooms in the house, we had brand new oak flooring installed, and the walls painted. This instantly helped to brighten up the space, and give it life.

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Kirsty Badenhorst Interiors

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June 30, 2021 In Blog

Quick and Simple Home Accent Ideas to Update Your Space: Part 1

Quick and Simple Home Accent Ideas to Update Your Space

Part 1

Lamps

Do you ever take a look around your space and wish there was something more you could do to spruce it up? Well, today we will be showing you some quick and simple home accent ideas to update your space. As there are so many different ways to achieve this, we will be splitting it up into two parts. Today we will be looking at lamps, scatter cushions and foliage accent ideas.

First of all we will be looking at lamps. Namely: bedside lamps and living room lamps. Lamps are a great way to easily add a bit of interior flair into your space. You can easily find inexpensive lamps online and at furniture and decor stores. A new lamp or lampshade is a way to incorporate textures and perhaps a bit of interest into your space. Freestanding lamps work very well in the living room or dining room. They are also helpful at night when lounging around, instead of having the main bright lights on. An easy and fun accent to add to your space.

Scatter Cushions

We seem to have said it time and time again. Scatter cushions are a brilliant way to incorporate new colours, materials and texture into your space. They help to soften areas, and depending on which type, very comfortable too! We do love a good mix of down and feather. Scatter cushions can be changed in and out of your room as you would like. Therefore we say invest in a good quality inner, which will last you for years to come. Then you are able to bring in new covers how ever often you would like.

Designer tip: We love to layer our scatter cushions to create interest. Try mix up plains and patterns. As long as they are all within the same colour palette or tones, they should work together. You can mix up squares, rectangles and even bolsters. This can create a luxurious look, and will leave your space looking refreshed and thought-out.

Foliage

Indoor foliage should be an important part of your space. It is a great accent to have, as not only will the plant be beautiful, so will its vase or pot. We have written about using plants indoors, so if you would like to learn more in depth about that, click here. Plants can bring in textures, natural colours and even beautiful scents. Some plants have the added benefit of absorbing toxins and foul smells from the air. From experience, a good Peace Lily (which is scientifically known as Spathiphyllum), in your bathroom helps get rid of any smells you would like to avoid.

Bring in a gorgeous vase with freshly cut flowers or herbs onto your dining table. This will add a personal touch to your space. If you have a larger space, then a floor standing plant with a Fiddle Leaf tree or palm will work. Try find a fun basket or pot to house it in. Remember to speak to your nursery about placement, the right pot and how to care for your plant. Taking care of plants isn’t as hard as it seems, and is a great way to accent your rooms.

Would you like help with your space?

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Yours in design,

Kirsty Badenhorst Interiors

( images sourced from Pinterest )

May 4, 2021 In Blog

A Modern Guide To Wall Art

Photography

Art plays a huge role in our everyday lives. It is often a part of our homes, workplaces and the spaces we go to on a day to day basis. Today we will be going through a modern guide to wall art. More than often, we collect art throughout our lives, and have no idea where to place it. First of all, we have photography.

Photography can provide a glimpse into the past, and bring us happy memories. That is why people often like to display photos they, or someone else has taken in their homes and work places. Instead of prestik-ing them onto the wall, we can choose to have them framed into various shapes and sizes. Black and white photography can compliment just about any space. By having a think white border, it helps soften the look, and make it stand out as a feature. Thin or thick, timber, black or white frames will need to be chosen to compliment your decor.

Original Art

Owning original art can be seen as a privilege, as someone has taken the time , effort and skill into making their masterpiece. You can opt to buy new original art to compliment your space, or use what you already have. It is often wise to tie in a colour, or colours of the work into your space. You can do this by adding in scatters, throws or upholstered fabrics in the same colour tones as the art.

You can choose to group your artwork together, or keep it as an individual piece. Great places to hang your individual pieces would be: above a fireplace, above a server or entrance table, at the end of a passage, or above an occasional chair. Grouped art looks good above and centred to a dining table, above a couch, along a passage, above a bed or on a large blank wall. You can read more about grouping art in our gallery walls blog post.

Sculptural Wall Art

Wall sculptures, or 3d wall art can add interest and depth to your space. As it is not flat, and stands out, we need to be quite clever about it’s positioning. Wall sculptures can range from hand sculptured clay items, to carved timber pieces, or even woven goods.

3D Art can also be grouped with 2D art, which creates drama and interest. By adding a wall sconce above the piece, you can add further dimension to it, and make it a focal point of a design. Woven and timber pieces can help add a natural look into your space. The possibilities are quite frankly: endless! This is why our clients often come to us for help, as we can tell the best places for an artwork.

Do you need help finding the perfect art for your walls?

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Yours in design,

Kirsty Badenhorst Interiors

( images sourced from Pinterest )

April 17, 2020 In Blog

Home Bar Design

Cabinetry

You may be dreaming of having your own bar at home – or you could be lucky enough to already own one. Either way, this post will inspire you with various elements of a home bar design. From cabinetry design to lighting, your bar could be a space you would never want to leave!

When designing a bar, cabinetry is one of the main elements of the design. You need somewhere to store your drinks, equipment, as well as a countertop to work on. There are so many different kinds of cabinetry materials. From veneer, to solid wood doors, or doors wrapped in metal, there is something for everyone. This is the same when it comes to the countertop. Depending on your space, there are countless possibilities. Luckily, this is what we specialise in, and would love to help you.

Seating

Now that you have your beautiful cabinetry and countertops, you will need some seating. Then you will be able to sit back, relax and sip on your drink. Depending on the size of your bar area, you might be able to have bar seating, lounge seating, or even both.

The following images have tons of inspiration for your barstools or lounge seating. The style and design will depend on the style of your bar. We are able to custom design and manufacture the bar furniture of your dreams!

Lighting

Lighting will form an important part of your design. There are various forms of lighting, depending on the application. Most bars rely on ambient lighting, to set the mood. This could be in the form of soft, strip lights within your cabinetry. A fun way to add lights to your space is by having LED lights that take the form of words, or other designs to suit your space.

Down-lights, pendants and wall sconces can also form part of your bar design. The following images will give you tons of lighting inspiration.

For a bar that will have you never wanting to leave,

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Yours in design,

Kirsty Badenhorst Interiors

( images sourced from Pinterest )

April 3, 2020 In Blog

Creating a Welcoming Entrance

Lighting

An entrance or a foyer is often the first room you walk into when entering a house. It will help set the tone of the entire home, therefore needs to look beautiful! The following post will help you gather ideas and inspiration for your entryway, whether you need a redesign, or a brand new one.

Would you feel comfortable walking into a dark and dingy space? If the answer is no, then your foyer should be no different! Lighting will make a huge difference in the space. The correct lighting can help make the space look and feel bigger and brighter. Depending on the size and volume of your space, the lighting will differ. Double volume spaces can often afford to have a large, statement light fitting. Smaller spaces might need to have smaller sized fittings. Don’t forget about wall scones too!

Storage

Am I the only one guilty of walking into my home and leaving my belongings all over the space? No? Good – then the following images will inspire you to have some form of storage in your entryway. This could be a large statement table that instantly greets you as you walk in.

For those of us with smaller entrances, a server with some storage would do the trick too. Bench seating with storage options is also a great way to maximise your space and storage. Leave your shoes, your coat and your keys all in one place, looking neat and tidy.

Mirrors

We have said the following, a few times, because it is so true! Mirrors are a great way to make a space feel bigger, as it lets more light into the room, and reflects its surroundings. Mirrors come in all different shapes and sizes. The following images are great examples of incorporating mirrors into an entrance.

We love putting custom cut mirrors onto an entry wall. We are able to custom design and manufacture mirrors in nearly any design imaginable. They help us to check ourselves on our way out, and often provide the perfect tool for an “insta-worthy” photo. What’s not to love?

Are you full of ideas for your entrance, but have no clue where to begin?

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Yours in design,

Kirsty Badenhorst Interiors

( images sourced from Pinterest )