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Wall-hung dish racks are the secret to keeping your kitchen clutter-free – I'd never buy a regular dish rack again

It's a game changer for small kitchens

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This Galley Kitchen Countertop Trick Is the One Thing Designers Tell Me They'll Always Do in Narrow Spaces

From freeing up circulation space to creating a slim breakfast perch, this subtle countertop tweak transforms how a galley kitchen works

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Kitchen wall lights are the missing piece to a stylish space – and now, you don’t even need to call in an electrician

Here's how to use them in your kitchen

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An 'eat-in' area is the cosy kitchen feature I can't get enough of - it's perfect for creating a sociable small kitchen

Everyone will want to gather around

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Victoria Beckham's anti-trend kitchen embraces modern gloss in a big way - this is how to make it work in a family home

It's a lesson in minimalistic design

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This is my big kitchen lighting ick, and interior designers agree it's an impractical choice – what you should buy instead

Kitchen lighting should be pretty and practical

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This 'Tonal' Paint Trick Is the Most Stylish Way to Paint Your Kitchen Right Now, and It Can Make a Small Space Appear Larger, too

You've heard of color drenching, but what about color capping? This is the new paint technique that might just transform your kitchen

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6 Ways Using 'Shallow' Cabinets Can Get so Much More From a Small Kitchen — And How Specifying Them Works

See how reducing certain cabinets can open up your kitchen, create flow, and allow you to visually express youself

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What Countertops Actually Go With Gray Kitchen Cabinets? 5 Materials to Consider, Plus Which You Should Avoid

Gray cabinets don't have to be boring; all you need is to pair them with the right countertop, and here are our experts' picks

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I'm Calling It, Porcelain Is the Most Underrated Material for Countertops — These Are the Pros and Cons to Know

It seems like there are endless uses for this ancient material, but what do the experts think about it for your kitchen countertops?

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The tiny utility trend is the secret to squeezing in space for laundry in small kitchens - these are the tricks for making it work

You don't need to have a big home to achieve a utility space

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Are Black Countertops Still in Style? Here's How Designers Are Using Them That Feel Right for 2026-Ready Kitchens

Dark and heavy, or sleek and sultry? The experts share their design tips for taking this counter into the year ahead

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5 Countertop Colors That Are Going Out of Style, and What You Should Choose Instead — According to Kitchen Designers

Don't shoot the messenger, but the experts have told me all the countertop shades they never want to see again, and their answers might surprise you

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2 small appliances you shouldn't store in a utility room – plus the 2 that will be right at home

Keep your kitchen and utility room worktops organised to perfection

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Is a small kitchen with a utility better than an open plan kitchen? This is the ultimate layout for organisation

Which layout comes out on top?

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How Much Space Should There Actually Be Between a Kitchen Countertop and Upper Cabinets? A Small Detail That Makes a Big Design Difference

I consulted the experts to get the lowdown on all things cabinets and countertops

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The designer larder trend will instantly make your kitchen look more high-end - and it's surprisingly affordable to recreate

From items to stock it with to stylish design details

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19 Boot room ideas to add classic countryside functionality to your home

Create a dedicated space to store muddy boots and wet coats to keep the rest of your home clean and tidy

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Now, That's Genius — These 'In-Frame Effect' Cabinet Doors Give Standard Doors the Look of a Much More Expensive Kitchen

This cabinetry range tricks the eye, making standard kitchen doors look more custom thanks to a clever design detail

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A 'bootility room' is the key to containing back-to-school mess – you won't go back to a regular utility room

It will be the hardest working room in your home

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What Color Kitchen Cabinets Actually Go Well With Wooden Countertops? Designers Share Their Perfect Pairings

Just because it's neutral doesn't mean it looks equally good with every color. These are the shades to use with your wooden cabinets

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18 Galley kitchen ideas to make the most out of a long, narrow layout

Let this Victorian style kitchen layout truly shine

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I think this traditional clothes airer is the secret to drying clothes this autumn – the classic look is stylish too

Space saving and energy saving - it doesn't get much better

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'We’re seeing a real shift' - freestanding kitchen islands are making a comeback, and I've found the best at La Redoute

From curved and contemporary to classic and traditional

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5 Common Kitchen Cabinet Problems Experts Always See, and What You Should Do Instead

Don't fall victim to one of these cabinetry mistakes — kitchen experts advise the main issues they see time and again, and how to avoid them

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