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5 Kitchen Cabinet Colors That Will Actually Make Your Room Feel Bigger — And How to Use Them in Your Layout

If you want your compact kitchen to feel more expansive without altering your floor plan, these are the kitchen cabinet colors experts want you to know about

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The 3:3 rule is the expert-approved secret to organised shelves – here’s all you need to know, and how to make it work in your home

Go from cluttered to curated in no time

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8 ways to design a kitchen extension that is fresh and modern but that won't look dated a few years down the line

But that won't look dated a few years down the line

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Sorry, Shaker kitchens – this new take on the traditional kitchen style is taking over in 2026

It's a small tweak that makes a big difference

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5 Things to Prioritize in Your Kitchen Renovation If You Want to Add Value to Your Home

Experts suggest you focus on these elements for a kitchen that will seal any property deal...

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7 Kitchen Planning Mistakes That Amateurs Always Make When Designing Their Space, According to London's Best Kitchen Designers

Plan your kitchen like a pro by avoiding these common planning mistakes. Here’s how the experts plan every new kitchen, and why you should do the same

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I've Only Got Room for One, so Is a Dining Table or Kitchen Island More Useful? I Asked Experts to Find Out

Torn between a dedicated dining area and a stylish kitchen island with ample prep space? I asked designers for their opinions on the smartest option

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Forget Flat Doors, Textured Kitchens Feel Way More Expensive — These Are the 8 Types Designers Are Reaching for in 2026

From mesh panels to fluted wood, these are the textured kitchen doors tipped to elevate your kitchen reno in 2026. Over to the experts…

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10 clever ways to stop a galley kitchen feeling claustrophobic

Kitchen designers share insider tricks to make a galley kitchen look bigger than it really is

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6 Dark Wood Kitchens That Prove Why We're Drawn to Them — Plus, How You Can Make These Spaces Look Their Best

From sleek modern designs to rustic farmhouse living, we are all about the dark wood kitchen and the high standards it consistently provides for our interiors

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How to Keep a Kitchen Cool — And the 5 Reasons Yours Is Overheating in the Summer

From cool-touch materials to easy-breezy layouts, here’s how to beat the heat in the kitchen when the mercury begins to rise

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10 Ways to Fix an Awkward Kitchen Layout — How Designers Deal With Tricky Spaces

Don't hide those architectural quirks — they can be celebrated and utilized to your advantage

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10 Outdated Kitchen Island Trends to Avoid in 2025 Remodels — And What Designers Are Doing Instead

Planning a kitchen renovation? Here are a few outdated styles of island that the experts are giving a miss in their schemes right now

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It's Settled: Curved Islands Look Good, Feel Expensive, and Save Space — These Are the Ideas You'll Want to Use in Your Remodel

Straight lines, be gone! For a warm, welcoming kitchen, curved islands are taking center stage, say the designers

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9 Colors That Designers Say Will Make Your Kitchen Look Much More Expensive

These are the colors to incorporate into your kitchen scheme to make it look high-end

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5 Kitchen Cabinet Details That Will Make Your Home Look More Expensive

From luxury hardware to textured cabinet fronts, don't overlook these finer details if you want your kitchen to look more high-end

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Should You Choose a Kitchen Island or a Breakfast Bar? Experts Weigh-in on the Debate

They may look alike, but designers break down the real differences in form, function, and everyday practicality

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5 Kitchen Layouts That Are Dated in 2025 — Plus the Contemporary Blueprints Designers Are Choosing Instead

If you want to design a kitchen with a coherent floorplan conducive to better flow and functionality, these are the layouts to steer clear of

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Should you choose a kitchen island or a breakfast bar? These are the key differences, plus which is best

Make sure you choose the right one for your home

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16 Kitchen Island Ideas That Feel Pitch Perfect for 2025 Projects

Who would have thought there would be so much inspiration to choose from? Experts share their stylish and most inspiring ideas for kitchen islands

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'Dirty kitchens' are the luxury kitchen trend with practical appeal - here's why you need one

It's much more appealing than it sounds

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How Much Will It Cost to Remodel My Utility Room? Experts Break Down the Figures

An expert guide to the utility room remodel costs you can expect when undertaking this all-important project

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The 6 questions you should always ask your kitchen designer before starting a renovation - expert tips to avoid an expensive mistake

Not discussing these points with your kitchen designer could cause some costly mistakes

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Where should a sink be in a kitchen? Designers share advice on placement for maximum efficiency

Should a kitchen sink always be under a window or is it better fitted in an island? Take note because positioning should be a priority when redesigning any kitchen

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I'm Tempted by Wood Countertops for My Kitchen, But Are They Hard to Maintain?

Torn between stone and wooden kitchen countertops like I was? Well here's your answer to whether they're easy to care for, or not

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