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ZETR | Architectural Power Points

Australia’s most beautiful power point solutions.

Offering several unique flush face and surface mount power points for use in commercial or residential projects, ZETR is redefining the way we look at the mundane and turning power solutions in to something considered and aesthetically beautiful.

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Wood Finishes For the Kitchen

Timber veneers and wood look laminates are a popular choice for Australian kitchens adding warmth, dimension and contrast to the space. Here at Retreat Design, we love to incorporate timber and wood-like finishes in to the kitchen design and have several options when it comes to selecting the right product for you.

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Xeron® by Cosentino

Introducing XERON®. Cosentino’s high performance zero silica surfaces made of up to 88% recycled materials, with a neutral and balanced colour palette suitable to enhance any surface application for interior design.

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Metal finishes in the kitchen

Stainless Steel and metallic finishes are making waves in kitchen design. Read about the products available and kitchen applications here.

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Corner Storage Solutions

At Retreat Design we have a range of different solutions for the tricky corner cabinets which optimise space and storage in your kitchen.

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Mt Lawley Project Review

Take a peek at the incredible transformation of our Mt Lawley project. From a dull, white gloss kitchen in to a space which is luxurious and functional.

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Talking tiles with Myaree Ceramics

Selecting tiles for your renovation can lay the foundation for the success of your project. To understand the different products available, we’ve partnered with Myaree Ceramics who are one of Perth’s premier tile and ceramics suppliers based in Myaree, W.A.

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Mt Claremont Project Review

A clever transformation of this parkside home from dated white Hamptons-style kitchen, to sleek black and modern.

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Unique cabinetry handles

Playful hardware is having a moment in cabinetry design. For years recessed finger pulls have dominated the kitchen space, but clients are increasingly interested in personalised, tactile and quirky kitchen accents.

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How to future proof your kitchen renovation

With kitchen trends ever-changing and potential buyers increasingly design savvy, we have compiled a list of our top tips for creating a timeless kitchen that will provide years of use without looking dated.

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2025 Renovation Predictions

With news of the latest interest rate cuts, stabilising product and material costs and a tight Perth property market, kitchen and home renovations continue to surge in popularity.

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Retreat Design wins Houzz Design Award 2025

We are proud to receive another HOUZZ design award to add to the collection! Check out our comprehensive Houzz profile which has over 95 of our projects in full detail for you to peruse.

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Locally made cabinetry through Retreat Design

Did you know that we offer an alternative to our premium Italian cabinetry range? If project timing or budget constraints are an issue we can supply custom designed, locally-made joinery with an 8 week lead time and more competitive pricing.

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Bathroom Trends for 2025

7 months on from the Milan Furniture Fair and we are seeing some of the European trends come to life in our bathroom designs here in Australia. Whilst we don’t design according to ‘trends’ there are some definite styles that are becoming more popular for the year ahead.

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Dekton Pietra Edition

Cosentino, the global leader in innovative and sustainable architectural surfaces, has launched a new Dekton Pietra Edition.

Designed by Daniel Germani and featuring 6 classic designs, the Pietra Edition mimics the natural beauty of stones such as Travertine, Piasentina, Ceppo Di Gré, and Campaspero.

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How to prepare for a kitchen renovation

Renovating can be overwhelming for home owners. Making way for a new kitchen can be messy and time consuming so we’ve put together some of the essential steps to take prior and during the renovation.

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