Features By Lisa Hibberd
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Lisa has a background in working on consumer titles, and as the former associate editor of Your Home magazine, over 15 years' experience writing about kitchens and bathrooms. She now works as a freelance, contributing to both consumer and B2B platforms.
Kitchen design: Statement over-island extraction takes centre stage
From bespoke projects to stunning sculptural statements, there’s no better way to make an impact above a client’s ki...
Bootility rooms – The latest must-have spaces for hardworking homes
The recent surge in outdoor hobbies such as walking and cycling, along with the huge increase in dog ownership, are just...
Boutique chic: Taking luxury to the next level with bedroom bathing
Thought of by many as the preserve of boutique hotels, a bath installed in a bedroom conjures up notions of luxe weekend...
The rise in entertaining at home sparks demand for built-in bars
Although consumers’ love of entertaining at home was born out of necessity over recent times, it continues to be a pop...
How the shower tray waste has undergone a stylish transformation
Although typically given little thought by many consumers, the shower drain is evolving. Lisa Hibberd learns how manufac...
How sleek handleless kitchen designs are still as popular as ever
The ultimate in streamlined simplicity, handleless designs have proved a hugely popular choice for kitchens, with this t...
How black grid shower enclosures are still in the frame with consumers
It’s easy to see why the dramatic aesthetic of a black grid shower screen or enclosure is a big hit with consumers loo...
How consumers stocking up on supplies have embraced the walk-in pantry
Taking pressure off the main kitchen, a walk-in pantry proved a godsend in lockdown offering endless possibilities in te...
How built-in baths offer plenty of ways to create a statement design
While freestanding tubs have been high on the consumer wish list for some time, built-in and back-to-wall designs are st...
Fresh fridge-freezer tech for the coolest kitchen environments
With both lifestyle trends and current events having an impact on consumer behaviour, the focus of many manufacturers ha...
Bold as brassware – new on-trend finishes are anything but chrome
Gone are the days when bathroom taps and fittings were limited to trusty chrome – consumers now have a wealth of optio...
Dark materials: The rising popularity of dramatic kitchen surfaces
No longer regarded as accents to be added sparingly to a subtle backdrop, black, anthracite and other moody tones have b...
