Kitchen Renovation - Design and Project Management
Brunswick West, VIC
A considered kitchen renovation designed to elevate everyday living through thoughtful planning, refined materiality and a strong focus on functionality. The result is a space that feels cohesive, warm and highly practical, while still making a confident design statement.
The Brief
The clients wanted a kitchen that felt contemporary, with carefully balanced colour, materials and lighting. Functionality was key — the layout needed to work intuitively for daily use while feeling welcoming and visually resolved. Creating a cohesive palette and selecting finishes that would respond well to both natural and artificial light were central to the brief.
The Process
— Detailed understanding of how the clients use their kitchen day-to-day
— Space planning to optimise workflow, storage and usability
— Guidance on colour, cabinetry profiles, materials and finishes
— Careful consideration of how light would interact with surfaces throughout the day
— Custom lighting design to balance function and atmosphere
— Close collaboration with contractors to ensure seamless execution
The Result
A beautifully resolved kitchen that balances practicality with understated elegance. Thoughtful detailing, considered material choices and a cohesive colour palette ensure the space feels both functional and refined. The completed kitchen is calm, intuitive and a pleasure to use — transforming the heart of the home into a space that works effortlessly.
“Highly Recommended. We were fortunate to have Catherine and Hamer Design work with us on our kitchen renovation project. From the very beginning, Catherine took the time to understand our needs, style and layout preferences, and how we envisioned using the space. Her guidance was invaluable on colour selection for our tiles and cabinetry, as well as on materials, finishes, and lighting. She intuitively understood what would work in our space best, and her recommendations helped create a cohesive and stunning design.
Catherine’s attention to detail was remarkable—she thought of things we never would have considered, like how natural and artificial light would impact the colours at different times of the day and how to balance functionality with aesthetics. She also worked seamlessly with our contractors to ensure that everything was executed to perfection, saving us time and stress.
Thanks to Catherine’s expertise, our kitchen has been transformed into a space that is both beautiful and functional. We couldn’t be happier and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for an interior designer who is not only incredibly talented but also a joy to work with. Thank you, Catherine.”