Design Trends From The Block - Clean Contemporary

Rachel and Ryan’s kitchen from The Block has a refined and contemporary look, achieved by implementing a clean and considered material palette.

By adding subtle details and elegantly contrasting appliances with joinery, you can make an impactful statement even with an understated design.


We’ve put together some tips to help you create a clean, contemporary look in your own kitchen.


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Considered Contrasts



Contrasting light, neutral-toned joinery with the ultra-modern look of dark appliances makes certain elements of your kitchen stand out, while doing so in the most sophisticated way.

Implementing tones of dark grey such as titanium and graphite - as Rachel and Ryan have done with the Fhiaba X-Pro Fridge and the ILVE Professional Plus Freestanding Cooker - creates a layering of shades and contrasting elements; this adds depth and dimension without taking away from the elegant simplicity of your space.

Clean Lines



Uninterrupted lines and a clear flow throughout the kitchen brings a sense of refinement and sophistication.

Streamlining your space can be achieved with concealed appliances, such as the ILVE 120cm Under Cupboard Rangehood and the ILVE Fully Integrated Dishwasher, which offers functionality without getting in the way of the kitchen’s clean aesthetic.

Delightful Details



When creating a simple and clean space, it’s the small details that truly shine. In this kitchen, Rachel and Ryan have introduced intriguing design details with their small appliances.

Instead of hiding away their kettle and toaster, they’ve opted to keep it on the benchtop. To complement their overall look, they’ve selected the kettle and toaster from De’Longhi’s Ballerina range, which has beautiful lined details and a matching black finish.

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