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Welcome to the world of contemporary kitchen design. Our modern kitchen ideas move beyond the pared-back boxy styles of old to explore the exciting range of materials and finishes now available for cabinetry, floors and walls.
Newer kitchen designs focus on creating mood and recognise the time we spend in the space – so versatility, comfort, lighting and entertainment have become super important.
From the most advanced of appliances, to cutting edge cabinetry and counter tops, DIY Superstore brings you the best contemporary kitchen ideas for design inspiration.
The kitchen extension is by far the most popular home improvement project, and it’s no surprise. If we want to entertain in style and comfort, space is key.
Consider your needs for all scenarios, from dinner with friends to lazy Sunday mornings and family multi-tasking throughout the week. The right kitchen extension idea can offer all sorts of clever ways to stretch your space.
Vibrant kitchen backsplash ideas, and colorful tiles in general, have become increasingly popular over the past few years. They are a great way of incorporating color into a kitchen if you prefer keep core paint colors more neutral.
If you’re lucky enough to have original features like wooden beams, exposed brick or fireplaces, there’s every reason to incorporate them when designing a modern kitchen.
The mix of old and new adds interest to the room and gives your home its own unique twist.
The pantry and utility have long hit the top of the wish list for a country kitchen, and it’s turned out to be a modern kitchen design dream too.
It’s a practical set up for a sleek kitchen designed for entertaining, as it keeps the service areas out of sight. But, when you have pantry ideas this good, you might not be so keen to hide them away.
A well-designed lighting scheme will take your kitchen from day to night, providing different light levels in different areas to suit all tasks. You will need bright light where you cook and prep, and softer ambient light over seating areas.
Ready to start on your Modern Kitchen Design? Start by getting to know DIY Superstore’s Kitchen Design Department in Bloemfontein.
Don’t flush your chance to win down the toilet,
The wordplay on “flush” and “toilet” immediately hints that the answer is toilet-related
Your prize is waiting, so don’t dare spoil it.
“Spoil it” implies things can go wrong — reinforcing the value of a high-quality toilet.
It’s where great thinkers spend their time,
This cheeky line references the common joke that men (and many people) sit on the toilet as part of a daily ritual.
As silence and scrolling clears their mind.
Connects to the modern habit of scrolling phones in private spaces.
It’s your last chance sit upon the throne,
Throne” is a well-known euphemism for a toilet.
A front-flush seat in a class of its own.
This is a direct product clue — the Toilet is specifically a front-flush design.
This bathroom beauty is what you seek
Tells you the location of the product.
A porcelain touch that’s bold and chic.
“Porcelain” confirms material of the product.
PS. each line holds a clue. Use the answer to find the egg hidden in-store to stand a chance to win weekly R1000 vouchers and get one entry towards the grand prize each week.
Cement your chance to WIN R12,329 grand prize,
Wordplay on “cement your chance” — a pun that links directly to cement the product
Lay the foundation — go big, be wise.
“Lay the foundation” refers both to starting a construction project using cement as the base
Mix it up – earn your right to brag,
This hints at the physical process of mixing cement
Then put your entry in the bag.
Mirrors “bag of cement”, keeping the riddle rooted in product-related phrasing.
A brand born local, rock solid and true,
Tells participants this is a South African brand with reliable strength, hinting at CEMZA as the brand of cement
Built for strength — that’s their claim to you.
Plain and direct — emphasises Cemza’s brand promise.
Create Everlasting Monuments, Zone Approved,
The first letter of each word spells CEMZA. It also reinforces the function of cement.
With it in hand, nothing gets moved.
The final line also emphasises the function of cement.
PS. each line holds a clue. Use the answer to find the egg hidden in-store to stand a chance to win weekly R1000 vouchers and get one entry towards the grand prize each week.
Where colour runs deep and the dog knows the way,
Hints directly at Dulux — famous for deep, rich colours and its iconic Dulux dog mascot.
This trusted name brightens homes every day.
Reinforces that it’s a well-known, reliable paint brand
Get ready to do lux with a pearly glow,
A playful wordplay on “Dulux” (“do lux”) and the Pearlglo product
Paint the town — it’s time to put on a show.
Refers to painting (the product’s purpose)
Put nose to the ground its time to explore,
This reinforces the subtle Dulux dog imagery.
Find glow that’s hidden on the see floor.
This line leads to Dulux PearlGlo paint by evoking the imagery of pearls (treasures) that glow on the seafloor
Like a smile with charm, it’s got good enamel,
This hints at Pearlglo an enamel paint without directly naming the paint type.
Smooth, tough, and tidy — no mess to unravel.
Describes the key qualities of Dulux Pearlglo
PS. each line holds a clue. Use the answer to find the egg hidden in-store to stand a chance to win weekly R1000 vouchers and get one entry towards the grand prize each week.
When the leaves start to fall, orange becomes the new pink,
References the iconic orange of the Incgo brand
Get ready — the power’s in your hands, all you have to do is think.
Suggests the tool is handheld and powerful, hinting at a portable power tool
So don’t let the Inc dry before you go,
A clever wordplay: “Inc” and “go” sounds like Ingco, the brand.
If you’re not plugged in, you will feel the blow.
“Blow” refers to the blower function of the power tool
Charge your batteries — you’re about to up your game,
This reinforces the cordless design — the tool runs on rechargeable batteries
Don’t leaf a clue behind, your ego won’t be the same.
Pun intended: “Leaf” = leaf blower
May the invisible force be with you,
This references airflow — the powerful, unseen blast created by a blower.
As you wield your tools to uncover the clues.
PS. each line holds a clue. Use the answer to find the egg hidden in-store to stand a chance to win weekly R1000 vouchers and get one entry towards the grand prize each week.
