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How Makers brought luxury contemporary design to a Victorian London home

When the owners of a period London house decided to embark on a kitchen renovation, they turned to the team at bespoke kitchen manufacturer Makers for...

kitchens features

Thu 18th Dec 2025

Houzz looks ahead to 2026 and reveals its top 10 trend predictions

With a community of over 70 million homeowners and home design enthusiasts and more than 3 million residential construction and design professionals,...

insight features

Tue 2nd Dec 2025

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Caesarstone: The Go-To Multi-Material Brand Defining the Future of Surface Design

For independent kitchen showrooms, the right brand partnership can make all the difference. Customers today expect more than just a worktop — they wan...

insight features

Mon 17th Nov 2025

Bell of Northampton implements initiatives to enhance customer experience

Northants home lifestyle store Bell of Northampton has implemented a range of new initiatives that it says are designed to enhance the customer experi...

industry news

Mon 10th Nov 2025

How Kate Feather Design created a glamorous but practical family kitchen

We talk to Kasia Piorko, design director at Kate Feather, to hear how the design team came up with a hardworking and practical kitchen that oozes eleg...

kitchens features

Mon 10th Nov 2025

Design focus: 5 ways to introduce calm into a busy kitchen environment

From functional family hub to entertainment zone to home office, it’s little wonder that homeowners are seeking a sense of calm in the hectic, multita...

kitchens features

Wed 22nd Oct 2025

How kitchen islands are evolving – the top design trends and what’s coming next

Kitchen islands are changing shape and function in line with consumer lifestyles – Gail Rees looks at how the island is being redefined in modern home...

kitchens features

Thu 2nd Oct 2025

Why top designers are turning to porcelain for contemporary surface solutions

As a surface for application in kitchens and bathrooms, porcelain has been rapidly gaining popularity and is starting to muscle in on quartz’s share o...

insight features

Thu 11th Sep 2025

How Shere Kitchens blended warmth and functionality in a stylish family home

We talk to the team at bespoke kitchen specialist Shere Kitchens to hear how they carefully zoned an expansive space, creating plenty of storage and r...

kitchens features

Thu 4th Sep 2025

Liebherr to present with its latest portfolio of products at IFA 2025

Refrigeration specialist Liebherr is returning to IFA with its latest portfolio of energy-efficient fridge-freezers, innovative undercounter models an...

kitchens news

Tue 2nd Sep 2025

Laminam adds four new marble-inspired porcelain surfaces to I Naturali Collection

Porcelain surface manufacturer Laminam has added 4 new marble-inspired designs to its flagship I Naturali collection. Joining the range are Calacatta...

kitchens products

Thu 17th Jul 2025

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Summer ready kitchen inspiration with Crown Imperial

The new summer season is the perfect time for retailers to inspire customers with vibrant colours and natural wood tones that refresh the heart of the...

kitchens features

Sat 12th Jul 2025

Grid Thirteen is first UK retailer to showcase new Vlaze kitchen innovation

Interior design studio Grid Thirteen has announced it has become the first UK retailer to unveil the latest ‘outdoor kitchen’ design innovation from m...

kitchens news

Wed 25th Jun 2025

How Yeo's blend of classic and ultra-modern style redefines kitchen chic

Yeo director James Yeo reveals how he and his team combined classic design elements with a pared-back modern look for a brand-new kitchen extension in...

kitchens features

Thu 19th Jun 2025

See inside Diss Ironworks' immersive new kitchen appliance showroom

Diss Ironworks has reopened its doors following a significant refurbishment by owners Hannah and Matt Hyde – the aim is to create an immersive and ins...

kitchens features

Mon 16th Jun 2025

How porcelain surfaces elevated the kitchen in Sharon Hornsby's Sussex home

When social media content creator, blogger and interior stylist Sharon Hornsby embarked on a kitchen renovation project, the discovery of porcelain su...

kitchens features

Fri 13th Jun 2025

Westin launches BBQ Pro Hood for outdoor kitchens

Westin Cooker Hoods has announced the launch of the BBQ Pro Hood, a new addition to its standard product lineup, specifically engineered for covered,...

kitchens products

Thu 5th Jun 2025

MHK UK announces partnership with heritage kitchen brand JJO

MHK UK has signed British brand JJO as the latest KBB furniture company to join its growing supplier roster. Founded in 1868, JJO employs over 300 sta...

kitchens news

Thu 5th Jun 2025

Interview: Gavin Shaw on Laminam’s UK journey and what comes next

Laminam UK MD Gavin Shaw has been on a mission – to put the quality Italian porcelain brand firmly on the kitchen industry map. Two years in, he talks...

interview features

Thu 29th May 2025

Key findings from the 2025 UK Houzz & Home Report

Home renovation and design platform Houzz has shared the findings from its 2025 UK Houzz & Home Renovation Trends Report – we bring you the highlights...

insight features

Wed 28th May 2025

Design focus – 6 key highlights from Clerkenwell Design Week 2025

There’s a reason that Clerkenwell Design Week is regarded as the UK’s leading design festival – Amelia Thorpe rounds up her 6 highlights from this ins...

insight features

Tue 27th May 2025

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Lifestyle Kitchens summer style inspiration

Lifestyle Kitchens is delighted to share the latest summer style inspiration, designed to help retailers offer a versatile choice of eye-catching desi...

kitchens features

Sun 25th May 2025

KBBG announces six new supplier partnerships this spring

The Kitchen Bathroom Buying Group (KBBG), part of DER KREIS, has reported a strong start to Q2, bringing 6 new suppliers on board, significantly incre...

industry news

Tue 13th May 2025

Porcelain is now first choice for outdoor kitchens, says Laminam MD

What was once a luxury reserved for warmer climates, outdoor kitchens and bars have become a sought-after feature in UK gardens, and porcelain has bec...

kitchens news

Tue 15th Apr 2025