Australian Home Beautiful

KITCHENS: AT YOUR SERVICE

Once the gathering point for daily dinners, celebratory meals and family meetings, the traditional dining room has got some competition. While we’re spending more time than ever in the heart of the home, it’s for reasons beyond meal times. “As Australian houses become increasingly expensive, space is at a premium and clever solutions that allow dual use of interior spaces are highly desirable,” says Anna Williams, owner of interior design and renovation management practice Your Beautiful Home. Enter the ‘eat-in’ kitchen. Read on for inspiring ideas to help you create a space that works in perfect harmony with your daily life.

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