At one point or another I’m sure that we have all rented a space which may seem a little rough around the edges, but isn’t it so exciting to see the potential in a drab space and be able to turn it into something chic, contemporary and uniquely you? As a renter, you may think that you’re limited in your ability to perk up your space given that we often think of kitchen makeovers as pulling out cupboards and popping a marble topped island in the middle of the room, but we’ve got your back! With a few small and clever tweaks you can bring your kitchen from boring to beautiful without the fuss.

Grab Some Stylish Stools!

If you’re looking to elevate your home style, save the neutrals for elsewhere and go all out with fun splashes of colour in the kitchen. We love a colourful stool (or 2, or 3) to transform a lacklustre kitchen and to inject a sense of whimsy and fun in your home. 

Our Chelsea Stools are the perfect option as  you can mix and match your colours to create a pallet that is tailored to your style (plus they’re super comfy!). If dining chairs are more your style, we suggest our stunning Escudo dining chairs. With its contemporary construction and range of sunshine-y colours, this simple addition has a huge pay off in your home. 

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Change Up Your Door Handles

A quick and cost effective way that a lot of us overlook when seeking to freshen up our kitchen is our cupboard door handles. For many rentals, kitchen fitting are old and a little outdated, but its so simple to give them a sharp new look by simply removing (and saving) old handle fixtures and replacing with some quirky, sleek or contemporary fittings. Whether you want to go for colour or you want to keep it chrome, there are so many inexpensive options to choose from and you really can get maximum impact for minimal effort. 

Invest In A Show-Stopping Rug

We love a punchy rug in any room to inject that ‘wow’ factor, however we generally tend to use them in the entryway, the lounge or the bedroom. It’s time we acknowledge the transformative powers of the humble rug in a less-than-luxe space. Adding a rug in the kitchen may seem a little unexpected, but you won’t regret it! Go as loud as you want and get creative with colours and patterns for a vibrant, high-style finish.

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