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Is the galley kitchen in fact the best kitchen layout? Designers weigh in

Galley kitchens are functional and stylish, but do they come out on top? Find out what designers have to say

Homes & Gardens

Colorful islands are out – these 5 kitchens show the new way designers are making islands chic focal points in 2025

This year, designers are going au naturel with their islands to bring warmth, texture, and understated elegance to kitchens

Homes & Gardens

Is this the end of the fitted kitchen? 6 reasons why unfitted kitchens are on the rise

Fitted kitchens will always have a place, but unfitted kitchens are becoming increasingly popular, and here's why

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What color should you paint a laundry room? 7 shades to try to make this functional space beautiful

Use color to transform one of the most functional areas in your home into a beautiful and inspiring room that you’ll want to spend time in

Homes & Gardens

'Think of art as an integral part of the room rather than an afterthought' – deVOL's creative director shares her expert tips on choosing the perfect artwork for your kitchen

The right designs will add abundant character to your kitchen

Homes & Gardens

The humble pot hanger is making a comeback – here's why the interior designers love this charming vintage storage

Pot hangers make great functional focal points in any kitchen, from rustic country to luxury cooks' kitchens

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Considering a butcher block countertop? These are the pros and cons designers say you need to know about first

Every material has benefits and draw backs – here interior designers will make your choice easier

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9 designer-approved ways to turn your kitchenware into decor that deserves to be seen

Rather than hide your kitchenware behind closed cabinet doors, give it pride of place with these decorative ideas for a more characterful kitchen

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Are kitchen islands out? Kitchen experts agree that the prep table might be it's trendy replacement

It's about time kitchen islands had a bit of competition...

Ideal Home

deVOL's creative director says the kitchen is the best room to color drench – here's why you should consider it

This bold decorating style is the perfect way to add drama to your kitchen

Homes & Gardens

10 beautiful transitional color schemes for every room in the house

Design experts give their advice on what colors work best with transitional schemes

Homes & Gardens

7 rustic kitchen ideas that bring back timeless charm to the heart of your home

Rediscover the warmth of rustic kitchen design. Our experts share their top tips for bringing this charming style back to life

Real Homes

7 breakfast nook ideas for a relaxing start to the day

We share our top breakfast nook ideas that will add a great addition to your kitchen and kickstart your morning

Real Homes

Should you put a sink on your kitchen island? Experts weigh in on the best place to locate this kitchen essential

Style and function are key in the kitchen – and where you put your sink has a big impact

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9 brown kitchen cabinet ideas that will introduce you to this versatile color

Delve into our brown kitchen cabinet ideas and you'll fall in love with this elegant scheme

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6 Stylish Small Pantry Ideas — Including a Genius One Hidden Behind the Kitchen Backsplash

A small pantry can be just as useful as a large one, if you know how to fit it out, and where to put it

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Every chic kitchen I am seeing right now has this feature in common

Maximizing natural light and adding a unique feature to your scheme, the solarium kitchen trend is capturing everyone's attention

Real Homes

9 bold and unapologetic black kitchen cabinet ideas

Dare to go dark and choose black as your dominant color for your next kitchen project. See our design ideas, as approved by interiors experts

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White kitchen cabinet ideas - 8 stylish ways to embrace a light-colored kitchen

Is your heart set on a bright white kitchen? Here are some ideas to inspire you

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How England came to rely on a ‘sticking plaster’ crisis fund

Labour has a matter of weeks to decide what to do about the flawed fund relied on by some of the poorest families

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5 unique kitchen cabinet ideas that aren't Shaker style

Shaker isn't the only classic kitchen style – and these unique kitchen cabinet ideas are proof

Real Homes

Fabulous kitchen floating shelves ideas – 10 ways to use this handy storage solution

Uber stylish and oh so practical, our kitchen floating shelves ideas will give you oodles of inspiration from decor inspiration to storage solutions

Real Homes

10 fabulous kitchen sink ideas to consider for your key space

From concrete to marble, fluted and minimal, our kitchen sink ideas will create gorgeous focal points

Ideal Home

'When you’re sat here, you wouldn’t want to be anywhere else in the world’

Inspired by a beautiful seaside location and the St Ives sunlight, Paul and Helen created a bright and airy kitchen that is brimming with coastal charm

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Interior designers love sheer window treatments – here's why it is the easiest summer update for your home

Letting in natural light and giving a traditional look to any room, sheer window treatments are a great option beloved by the experts

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