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title: Discover Expert Kitchen Insights - Mastercraft Kitchens Blog (5)
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[![](https://kitchens.mastercraft.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/old-kitchen-sm-1.jpg?width=362&name=old-kitchen-sm-1.jpg) ](https://kitchens.mastercraft.co.nz/blog/kitchen-reno-tragedy)

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## [The Tragic Reality of Kitchen Renovations](https://kitchens.mastercraft.co.nz/blog/kitchen-reno-tragedy)

Does this sound like you? You have perfected the art of outmanoeuvring that over-heating oven…switch up, switch down by half, take out 5-10mins early. The chaos of your ill-equipped cupboard space is...

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## [Class Act](https://kitchens.mastercraft.co.nz/blog/class-act)

There is a subtle mystery to this kitchen with hidden drawer-in-drawer technology and mirrored glass cupboard fronts. The kitchen invitingly wraps around a wall to keep the ‘secrets of the kitchen’...

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## [Fresh Perspective](https://kitchens.mastercraft.co.nz/blog/fresh-perspective)

For a high-demand area which is a hive of activity, employing hard-wearing materials, safe storage and a design that fosters connection were key considerations.

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## [Lofty Ideals](https://kitchens.mastercraft.co.nz/blog/lofty-ideals)

The use of natural plywood as the primary material, anchored by black in a variety of textures has created sleekness and dynamism in this contemporary kitchen.

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## [Shine On](https://kitchens.mastercraft.co.nz/blog/shine-on)

The large central island bench features a stone benchtop with a generous over-hang. It also has two thick waterfall ends, creating legroom depth for guests, and ample space for tidily tucking away...

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