Roles explained

Both professionals share a passion for beautiful interiors, but there are some differences between the two.

Interior designers think about the bigger picture. They will help you to create cohesiveness throughout your home; guiding you on colours, textures, furnishings and lighting.

Kitchen designers are specialists on their subject – after all, they do design kitchens all day long! They design for many different types of projects, so you can rely on them to bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to your space.

Design Style

Interior designers often have a particular aesthetic that they lean into, which can limit you to the finishes they like to work with. Plus, it can be hard to find a good match who truly understands your vision.

Much like interior designers, kitchen designers work with many clients who have different styles and tastes and have a solid understanding of colour and texture pairings. They are on top of the latest kitchen trends around Australia to help you create a fresh yet timeless space for the modern family.

Experience

Interior designers are well practiced in making homes look beautiful – there’s no denying their talent for creating aesthetically pleasing spaces, including kitchens!

However, kitchen designers take a more considered approach to the technical aspects of kitchen design and how it will enhance your lifestyle. They go a step further than aesthetics to guide you on products like cabinetry finishes, benchtops, appliances, storage systems and more.

In a kitchen, function should always be the focus and not all homes are built equally. When it comes to more challenging spaces and requirements, a Farquhar designer will be able to advise on custom solutions that will maximise your kitchen space.

Cost

Interior designers usually charge a fee for their service. Kitchen designers are free!

There is even greater value on offer as our kitchen designers can extend their skills into other rooms of the home that require joinery like laundries, bathrooms and wardrobes. 

And at Farquhar, we make our own cabinets so we know what is possible, what it involves, how much it will cost and how long it will take, so for us, managing your budget is easy.

As you can see, each professional comes with their own set of skills that can overlap, but there’s a clear winner when it comes to kitchen design!

If you’re wanting a kitchen that is both practical and stylish, a Farquhar kitchen designer can bring your vision to life without the need to hire an interior designer.