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FILL UNUSED SPACE

CLASSIC ROCKS

When room for displaying items is limited, think outside the box. Any spare space can be given over to shelves, even the wall underneath a staircase. Make best use of it with tailored shelving, whether you DIY or choose a bespoke solution.

Kitchen FACT FILE

Mottled granite, stone flooring and painted cabinetry give Denise and Barry Wilson’s open-plan space a timeless look

■ Find a local tradesperson to fit an alcove with shelves at Ratedpeople.com

THE OWNERS Denise Wilson, an administrator for a trust, and her husband Barry, a retired accountant THE HOME A converted fourbedroom Victorian schoolhouse in Nottinghamshire THE PROJECT Building work including an open-plan extension

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PRICE GUIDE

£20,000

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fter 23 years of living in their converted schoolhouse, Denise and Barry Wilson decided it was time to give the beautiful period building the kitchen it deserved. ‘The scheme we first put in had become tired and dated,’ explains Denise. ‘The furniture was limed oak with dark-green worktops but, from the day it was done, I wasn’t happy with it. It was cold, as there was only a plinth heater, and quite dark. In fact, there were lots of problems with the design, which we didn’t want to repeat.’ Having learnt some valuable lessons, Denise spent years researching her next kitchen, focusing on how to make a warm and bright space. Eventually, after seeing some examples in magazines, she settled on the idea of an orangery-style extension with roof lanterns to flood the kitchen with daylight. That decided upon, she started searching for a kitchen company to design it for her. ‘I looked at friends’ houses, and viewed nearby showhomes to see the kind of things that were being put in,’ she recalls. ‘Plus, I visited about 20 kitchen showrooms!’

COORDINATE YOUR CHINA

Dressers aren’t just for storage – they’re also great for showing off a collection of ceramics or accessories. Make sure they have grooved levels if you’re displaying plates, and mix and match colours and layer different pieces for a tiered effect. Pretty pastels suit country-style schemes, while bold shades add an eye-catching element to more modern kitchens.

ADD A TOUCH OF FROST

Kitchen nooks and crannies can become dust traps, so conceal your favourite items within a glass-fronted unit. It has the impact of an open display without the chore of frequent cleaning.

■ Chichester 5ft Open Rack Dresser hand-

painted in Honed Slate, Neptune, from £1,995. Pottery by Susie Watson Designs, from £16 for a straight mug

■ This comprises six separate shelving units with glass doors and plinths, and costs £3,745 in total from Montana

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KITCHEN DISPLAYS Show off your best crockery, feel-good accessories and treasured mementos with a smart design solution

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No matter what style of kitchen you have, shelving can make it feel lighter and more open. A light blue overlay in this timber kitchen doubles up as a display area and provides a home for plug sockets without damaging the walls.

The Wilsons’ bespoke tulipwood furniture has been hand-painted in Arborio by Chiselwood with an island finished in French Grey by Little Greene. These soft hues help bring light to this formerly dark kitchen

LARDER

Dry goods are kept in this unit, which has a walnut interior and a doormounted rack for condiments

THE RIGHT DESIGNER However, it was only when a local shop owner recommended Chiselwood that Denise and Barry paid the company a visit and they decided that they’d found the perfect people for them. ‘We knew straight away it was where we wanted to buy our kitchen,’ says Denise. ‘Designer Martin Holliday was so helpful and patient. He showed us Chiselwood’s workshop and we were impressed with the quality of the craftsmanship. I think we’d looked for so long that although I thought I knew what I wanted, I was frightened to make the wrong choice. Martin’s patience was invaluable.’ After seeing a feature in Beautiful Kitchens showing three different takes on a classic look, Denise realised that it was exactly what she

■ Panel painted in Cool Mint from the Chiselwood Paint Collection. Bespoke kitchens start from £35,000

ROUND THINGS OFF

Sleek, modern cabinetry doesn’t have to be stark. This contoured Airsteam trailer-inspired unit boasts curves and vintage charm to add character to your kitchen, right down to classic rivets and aluminium and oak construction.

BREAKFAST BAR

A walnut-topped table slots neatly into one end of the island to provide a place for casual dining and is paired with comfortable chairs by Lloyd Loom

■ This open wall cupboard costs £2,360

and can be purchased separately or as part of an Air kitchen from deVOL, which starts from £25,000

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Real inspiration Ash veneer and acrylic BU YE R’ S G U IDE L I GH TI NG CABINETRY

The handleless olive ash bookmatched veneered units by Koop are protected with a durable polyurethane satin lacquer. Pale composite Hi-Macs worktops add a contemporary twist to the warm wood doors

CLEVER STORAGE

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A recessed, double-fronted cupboard hides the washing machine and boiler in one side, while the remaining space serves as a dry-goods larder

Ash-veneer cabinetry is teamed with a blue-green glass splashback in Tara Borissow and Ben Johnson’s penthouse flat FEATURE RACHEL OGDEN PHOTOGRAPHY JAMES UNDERTON

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wo years after moving into their apartment on the south coast, Tara Borissow and Ben Johnson could no longer bear the existing kitchen. ‘The rest of the flat is stunning and this area needed something just as dramatic,’ Tara explains. ‘There was a lack of storage space and not enough room to cook properly.’ Keen to have a handmade scheme from a local company, the couple asked friends for recommendations and were soon pointed in the direction of Koop, where Tara and Ben explained their requirements to designer

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Jeremy Long. After some discussion, the couple decided to change the original layout, as well as installing new cabinetry, moving the prep zone to the back of the room and creating a dining area by the front windows. While this meant relocating all the utilities, such as water and gas supplies, it enabled the design to have a peninsula at its heart. The unit could then house a hob, so that Tara and Ben would be able to cook while looking out over the dining area. Distinctive olive ash wood forms the cabinetry’s base units and open shelving,

THE FAMILY Tara Borissow, a financial services director, lives with her partner Ben Johnson, a partner in a creative agency, and their one-year-old son Felix THE HOME A two-bedroom, penthouse apartment within a converted Regency townhouse in West Sussex THE PROJECT Creating a new layout in an existing room

The right pendant can transform your kitchen and give it instant wow factor. Here’s our pick of the best

PRICE GUIDE

£14,000

for a similar bespoke Koop kitchen, cabinetry and worktops only

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PAINT A PANEL

CABINETRY

From left to right: Bubble ball, £310, Heal’s

This quirky copper pendant by Innermost is based on the design of an earring. Great for projecting a spot of light directly downwards. Why not group a few together to make an eye-catching feature?

Reproduction Frisbi, £95, Iconic Lights

Designed by Achille Castiglioni in 1978, this pendant lamp is a real classic. The hole in the centre allows light to be focused directly downwards onto a tabletop, as well as reflected upwards to subtly illuminate the rest of the room

Zalo, £100, John Lewis

This rise-and-fall, retro-influenced pendant is shown here in a pretty shade of blue. It’s dimmable and comes in a wide range of colours

Harrow, £65, Garden Trading Made from powder-coated steel, this design comes in Shutter Blue, shown, Clay and White. Perfect for giving a warm glow to a dining area

Drop 1 Grouping of 6, £584, Original BTC

Crafted from bone china, this sleek light fitting offers a simple yet elegantly effective way of adding impact to your scheme. It is also available in white and

you can buy it in different groupings, including nine and eleven

Opaline Globe, £90, Skinflint Design

This 1930s French-style pendant will bestow a period look on your kitchen and comes supplied with a new chrome-plated fitting and cable

your kitchen without overwhelming it, this light has a bright purple interior with a pale, off-white exterior. It’s made from hammered metal and also comes in turquoise, lime/khaki green, red, yellow and orange

Jasmine, £180, Bhs

Industry, £80, Habitat

Introduce a Moroccan feel with this ball-shape pendant, which is made from handcrafted steel. Look closely and you’ll see it features a delicate design of leaves and flowers to give it a softer look

Indian, £78, Lemonlu London

With a crimson interior to add a splash of colour, this gloss design by Kenneth Cole will give you a slice of city chic

This aluminium design is ideal if you’re after a utilitarian feel with a stylish twist. It’s available in two metallic finishes: copper, shown, and silver A great choice for adding colour to

Soho, £80, House of Fraser

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AT HOME: Buyers’ guide

o reap the rewards of a well-organised kitchen, give some careful thought to how and where to store food. There are many ways of organising tins, bottles and perishables – from walk-in pantries and magic corners to pull-out units and special drawers. For dry goods and tins, go for units with dividers and mobile racks to ensure that everything’s visible – so you’ll never lose anything at the back of the cupboard again! Also, choose cool storage that’s sectioned not just by food type, but also frequency of use, so it’s easy to find the right ingredients while cooking. Don’t forget about your worktop storage too – striking tins, jars and crocks will all keep tea, coffee and more to hand while adding colour and character to your kitchen.

COMPACT COOLING

Perfect to supplement a fridge freezer or located near your food prep area, fridge drawers can store anything from drinks to fruit and vegetables. This model boasts a 138-litre capacity over two drawers. ICBID-30RP Refrigerator Drawers, £5,136, Sub Zero, 0845 250 0010, subzero-wolf.co.uk.

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A smart twist on traditional spice storage, these removable racks fit snugly into pull-out units or existing drawers (with a width of 30cm or more) and can be lifted out to be transported around the kitchen while cooking. Spice Racks, £65 each, Blum, 0800 917 5550, blum.com.

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There’s nothing worse than a soft biccie so keep yours fresh in this biscuit box from Alessi. Shown here in yellow, it has an airtight seal to keep teatime treats tasty and has a replica plastic biscuit on top to remind you what’s inside. Mary Biscuit Biscuit Box, £33, Alessi, 020 7518 9090, alessi.com.

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Store Christmas goodies in these cake tins, which come in a set of three and feature a festive scene of houses, stars, trees and people. They are part of a range which also includes bowls, platters, mugs and more. Christmas Town cake tins, £30, Emma Bridgewater, 0844 243 9266, emmabridgewater.co.uk.

CRATE IDEA

Keep your fruit and veg to hand with these smart market-inspired storage crates, which look great as display items in the kitchen. Not only do they allow air to circulate freely, they’re also compact enough to fit on a worktop. Set of two vegetable storage crates, £20, Next, 0844 844 8000, next.co.uk.

COOK, STORE & MORE

Save on the washing up with this range of thermal shockresistant glass storage from Pyrex. You can cook, freeze, store and reheat food in the same dish. Complete with an airtight and liquid-tight lid with a steam valve for microwaving. 4-in-1 Plus storage, from £5.99, Pyrex, 0191 418 0050. pyrexuk.com.

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SLIM PICKINGS

Tall pull-out pantries are a great way of keeping tins and bottles in one place, and simply glide out when needed. They can also be used to fill space at the end of a run of cabinetry. The one shown here is part of a kitchen by Cue & Co. Kitchens, from £19,400, Cue & Co, 020 7731 4728, cueandco.com.

BASKET CASE

Add country charm to your kitchen with fruit and veg baskets on runners which allow the air to circulate. From a design point of view, they help to break up blocks of cabinetry colour. Wood and wicker baskets on runners, £120 each, Higham Furniture, 0800 047 0235, higham.co.uk.

GREAT FOR BAKERS

When worktop space is at a premium, include a bread and cake drawer in your kitchen plan. This stainless-steel-lined pull-out has a lid to keep contents fresh, and is part of a kitchen by Smallbone of Devizes. Kitchens, from £40,000, Smallbone of Devizes, 020 7589 5998, smallbone.co.uk.

Catering for the hoards at Christmas? These clever ideas for storing food will not only stop you getting into a pickle at the festive season, but all-year round too…

SLICE OF LIFE

Store your crusty loaves and cobs in this attractive bread crock, made from rustic oiled oak. The lid can flipped over to be used as a board for slicing and cutting bread and rolls. Cream & Country Farmhouse Bread Crock, £49.99, T&G Woodware, 01275 841841, tg-woodware.com. goodhomes.net

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SPHERE AND THERE

If you like to see what you’re storing, this quirky storage jar is for you. Pop sweets, stock cubes, coffee capsules or tea bags into the metal container and seal with the acrylic disc, which can be removed with a single hand movement. Spacy Ball, £57.95, Wesco, 0845 1232277, wesco.co.uk.

THE BIG CHILL

This side-by-side fridge freezer has a high-tech compartment to keep fruit and veg fresh and a maximised capacity of 530 litres. It also has a filter and air circulation system to protect food from harmful bacteria. NR-B53V2 fridge freezer, £1,900, Panasonic, 0844 844 3899, panasonic.co.uk.

SEAL OF APPROVAL

These sleek storage containers have stainless steel lids with a push-button mechanism which creates an airtight seal at one touch. The rounded corners make it easy to pour liquids, too. Oxo Good Grips POP containers, from £14, exclusive to John Lewis, 08456 049 049, johnlewis.com.

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HOBS | KITCHENS

BUYERS’ GUIDE TO…

BUYING ADVICE

Kitchen hobs

TYPE

Give mealtimes a makeover with one of the latest hobs because they’ll save you time – and money Get good design and functionality with the 75cm Marc Newsondesigned P755AN1 gas hob, £799, Smeg, 0844 557 9907, smeguk.com.

Electric hobs are simple to install and easy to keep clean. The downside is that they lack the precision control of gas and induction. Gas hobs give controllable, instant heat. They usually have burners of different sizes on a stainless-steel or glass surface with cast-iron or enamel supports. Induction hobs generate a magnetic field that ‘induces’ energy into the pan to heat it up so will only work with magnetic pans (such as steel or iron). If you like the flexibility of induction and gas, there are hybrid versions – induction with a gas wok burner or gas hobs with an induction plate – or you can assemble a bespoke configuration.

SIZE

* SOURCE: RESEARCH COMPANY GFK QUOTES THAT IN 2012, SALES OF INDUCTION HOBS WERE UP BY 18% IN VOLUME AND 11% IN VALUE.

Hobs start from 30cm wide and can go up to 100cm, though most models are 60-75cm. Four burners are more than sufficient for most households, but if you have a large family, consider expanding to five or six. Linear hobs with the burners in a row instead of the standard square shape are ideal if you’ve opted for shallow worktops. Induction hobs need a minimum amount of ventilation underneath as it has fans to cool down the electronic components.

FEATURES

veryone knows that the kitchen is the heart of every home, but at the heart of every kitchen is the hob because it offers so many possibilities for cooking food – from boiling and frying to stewing and reheating. So, if you’re replacing your hob, take the opportunity to upgrade because today’s models are jam-packed with great functions that can give a chef-like quality to every meal. Not only that, but their increased efficiency can reduce your energy bills. With the exception of sealed plates, there are three types of hobs – electric ceramic, gas and induction. Sales of the latter have increased vastly* in recent years because of their efficiency, safety and a significant fall in price. Choosing which one is right for you

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will depend on how you like to cook and whether your home has a gas supply. Before you buy, consider how your hob will be installed. Gas hobs need to be fitted by a Gas Safe registered engineer, while many ceramic and induction hobs have to be hardwired into the mains electricity – but some models regulate their power supply so can be connected to a 13-amp socket. Also think about maintenance – ceramic and induction hobs can be kept spotless with a quick wipe after cooking, while gas hobs are notoriously more difficult to clean. Finally, consider how it will look. Ceramic and induction hobs have a sleek design that suits a modern kitchen, while chunky gas hobs have a more professional look.

Boost buttons on induction hobs or 4kW burners on gas hobs produce instant high heat. Look for ignition on a gas hob that only creates a spark on the hob you want to use, rather than all of them. Safety features on induction and electric hobs, such as child locks, will guard against accidentally switching on a unit, while boil dry shut-offs avoid ruining saucepans and temperature limiters ensure that ceramic surfaces don’t exceed their safety limits.

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SUBTLE SIMMER

Gentle heat can be tricky on an electric hob but this ceramic hob has a special melt setting to prevent scorching. With consistent heat and adjoining zones, this is ideal for electric hob devotees. ICBCT36E/S ceramic hob, £2,400, Wolf, 0845 250 0010, subzero-wolf.co.uk.

TWO INTO ONE

This induction hob has bags of cooking space across its six zones but if you need a bigger zone, two can become one for bigger pans. It also recognises the size of your pans so it’s energy efficient too. KM6366 induction hob, £1,980, Miele, 0845 365 6600, miele.co.uk.

CATERING FOR ALL TASTES AHEAD OF THE CURVE

DEDICATED FOLLOWER

As well as allowing pans to be moved across zoneless areas without heat loss, this zoneless induction hob can also function as two, three or four cooking areas. DTi1358DG Chef 65cm dual zoneless induction hob, £1,000, De Dietrich, 01256 308045, dedietrich.co.uk. 24

You’d expect nothing less than distinctive sinuous swirls from this induction hob designed by Karim Rashid, but it also comes with SuperPowerAllBoost, sending a surge of heat to all zones with one action. Karim Rashid-designed IT65KRB induction hob, £718, Gorenje, 020 8247 3980, gorenje.co.uk.

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READY STEADY COOK

There are no fluctuating temperatures with this induction hob – its Opti-Sensor technology rapidly returns the heat to what it’s been set at, even if new ingredients are added or food is turned over. Panasonic induction hob, £1,099, John Lewis, 08456 049 049, johnlewis.com.

A LOW PROFILE

If you’re thinking of taking the minimal approach in the design of your kitchen, this induction hob should be on your shopping list. It sits flush with the worktop, so it’s barely noticeable in a scheme that’s designed to have clean lines and smooth surfaces. Meanwhile, the three touch-control zones pack plenty of power. 90cm Lab induction hob £1,473.62, Barazza, 0845 338 1761, barazza.co.uk.

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With a stainless-steel frame and rotary controls, this gas-on-glass hob has lots of credential, but it’s the triple-crown 4kW wok burner and heat intensity indicators that will make it the centre of your kitchen. 70cm HG795440XB gas-on-glass hob, £575, AEG, 08445 611611, aeg.co.uk.

A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

There’s no need to invest in a separate downdraft extractor with this induction hob. This futuristic looking appliance already has a built-in extractor that rises up to eliminate steam and cooking smells. DD930BK induction hob, £3,325, Caple, 0117 938 1900, caple.co.uk.

Whatever your culinary requirements are, there’s something for everyone in this selection of the best hobs around…

BLOOMING MARVELLOUS

For the sort of kitchen used by top chefs, this gorgeous gas hob from Grand Cuisine is just the ticket as it’s been designed to a professional standard. Its brass burners have a ‘flower flame’ that adapts to different pan sizes, while iron supports allow pans to slide around without lifting. The Gas Hob, £7,800, Grand Cuisine, grandcuisine.com.

SERIOUS STIR-FRYING

RIGHT ANGLES

SHINING EXAMPLE

For a hob that never loses its shine, check out Whirlpool’s iXelium range of stainless-steel hobs with a protective coating that’s resistant to scratching and staining. What’s more it can be easily clean with a natural cleaning product. This model has five smart burners, which include a wok burner. GMA 9521/IX Origami gas hob, £399, Whirlpool, 0844 815 8989, whirlpool.co.uk.

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The sturdy square cast-iron supports of Bosch’s gas-on-glass frameless hob don’t just look striking, they also provide better pan stability, plus there’s a child lock. It can also be fitted flush into the worktop for a super sleek look. Exxcel PPS816M91E 75cm gas-on-glass frameless hob, £479, Bosch, 0844 892 8979, bosch-home.co.uk.

PALE AND INTERESTING

BIG IDEAS

This ceramic hob has just four zones but it gets the most out of each of them with a double, triple and extendable zones for different size pans. There’s also a stop and go function which lets you pause cooking if you need to temporarily leave your workstation. 80cm EHF8748FOK ceramic hob, £580, Electrolux, 08445 613 613, electrolux.co.uk.

Apart from its metaleffect control knobs and the feint rings in its four zones, this white ceramic glass hob will be virtually invisible when built in to a white worktop. 60cm HIC64105 ceramic glass hob, £299.99, Beko, 0845 600 4911, beko.co.uk.

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nce you’ve settled on the type of hob you want, you can begin to think about all the extra functions that will be useful to you while cooking. For instance, you may like having the option of being able to pause cooking, or holding a temperature at a certain point so you can take your eye off the pot without spoiling dinner! Also consider how many burners or zones you need. While some hobs combine burners or zones so you can use extra-large pots and pans, others have dual zones which allow you to use an inner ring within a larger one if you’re using a smaller pan. Finally, you should you also think about finding a hob that is energy-efficient because this will save you money in the long-term.

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1 Dressed pasta set in 18/10 mirror-polished stainless steel, £224, Marcel Wanders for Alessi, 020 7518 9090, alessi.com. 2 Milan 3D fish and vegetable 26cm frying pan, £50, GreenPan at John Lewis, 0845 604 9049, johnlewis.com. 3 Hard anodised aluminium cookware by Raymond Blanc, from £40 for a 20cm frying pan, Debenhams, 0844 561 6161, debenhams.com. 4 Enamel milk pan, £19.95, Muji, 020 7323 2208, muji.eu. 5 World Cuisine 32cm cast-iron wok in Volcanic, £145, Le Creuset, 0800 373792, lecreuset.co.uk. 6 Stainless-steel steamer, £34.99, Lakeland, 01539 488100, lakeland.co.uk. 7 Connect sauté pan with detachable handle, £79, Beka at ICTC, 01603 488019, ictc.co.uk. 8 Glass-lidded four-piece stainless steel pan set, £159, Fagor, 01256 308045, fagor.co.uk. 9 24cm cast-iron casserole in Azure, £90, Denby, 01773 740899, denby.co.uk. 10 Shallow ceramic-coated cast aluminium casserole in White, £90, Sophie Conran for Portmeirion, 01782 743427, portmeirion.co.uk. 11 Cook’s Essentials Colour Smart non-stick two-piece cookware set, £35, QVC, 0800 504030, qvcuk.com. 12 Cook’s Collection cast-iron griddle set in Red, £25, Sainsbury’s, 0800 636262, sainsburys.co.uk.

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HOME TRUTHS THE PROPERTY Artsand Crafts—sty|e extended bungalow LO C AT I O N Gloucestershire R O O M S Hall, sitting room, kitchen-diner, drawing room, cloakroom, four bedrooms (one en suite), bathroom

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The spacious Cotswold—stone property that Sarah and Nick Croome now call home is unrecognisable from the 19305 Arts and Crafts—style bungalow they bought over a decade ago. Situated on the edge of a village in Gloucestershire, the building came with several acres but was too small for their family of five. ‘Our daughter now 22 and at university, is a keen horse rider, so we who’s Harriet, it would make sense to buy a house with its own land and thought stables,’ explains Sarah, who runs a furniture—making company with husband Nick. ‘However, the bungalow was tiny and peculiarly configured, with huge roof spaces that were unusable or inaccessible.’ To make it a better fit for their lifestyle, the couple embarked on a huge rebuild in conjunction with a local building designer, adding an upper floor and making the footprint wider. ‘We were keen to keep the character of the house on the outside,’ says Sarah, ‘so, as well as reusing the original building materials, we added reclaimed elements.’ Inside, it was a different story. ‘We completely rethought the space,’ — says Sarah. ‘The walls, doors and floors are all different it was essentially a new—build. At one point, we had just three walls about five feet high and the foundations, with no roof and no back wall.’ Renting a cottage nearby so they could manage the project themselves, the couple found that the work took much longer than anticipated as bad weather delayed the build. ‘After a year, we were so desperate to move back in that we did so before there were any stairs,’ laughs Sarah. ‘We had to climb up a ladder to get to bed.’ Once the walls were plastered, Sarah began decorating. ‘As it’s an incredibly light house, I’ve been able to use strong, dark colours on the walls. In the sitting room, I’ve chosen a deep brown, which I wouldn’t have dared use in any of my previous homes, but it has worked really well here. Similarly, I’ve used a mid—grey in the bathroom.’ When it comes to furnishings, Sarah and Nick like things to look quite beaten up. ‘We don’t have a lifestyle that permits us to be t o o smart,’ says Sarah, ‘so we have antique leather chairs and washable linen covers in the sitting room, I find quirky antiques in sales and second—hand shops —pieces that are interesting in their own right will mix with anything.’ Since finishing the renovation, two of the couple’s three children have left home but they’re still frequent weekend visitors. ‘We often entertain, with our growneup children taking turns to cook on the Aga,’ says Sarah. The house is absolutely perfect for large gatherings as it has lots ofoutdoor space. Rebuilding it was stressful but so rewarding we love living here and wouldn’t change a thing.’ ~

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Combining materials Mix and matching Worktops is an effective way to get texture and interest into your kitchen design. ‘You could have a deep stainless-steel worktop for the cooking area, a thick slab-style marble countertop on a feature island, and a sleek worktop for the surrounding units,’ offers Bernard Otulakowski, MD at SieMatic. Combining materials can help stretch your budget a little further, too. If you fall in love with a premium material such as marble or hardwood, use a small amount as a focal point, perhaps on an island, installing something more affordable in the rest of the room.

Naturalpattern Wood and stone are the stalwarts of the kitchen surface but there are exciting trends to report here too, and it’s all about pattern. Bold veining in marble is a favourite for islands and worktops, and this is matched by distinctive grain and texture in wood.

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POPULAR MATERIALS Whatever your style or taste, there’s a placefor one or more ofthese worktop choices in your scheme Natural stone, most commonly granite or basalt, is resistant to heat and stains from water and acidic foods such as lemon, although slate and limestone may not be as hardy. = The colour spectrum ranges from white and pale grey to charcoal and black, with some surprisingly colourful hues in between depending on the mineral content. Patterns vary too. Each piece of stone will be unique, so in order to get the best example it’s worth choosing your own slab from the supplier. Stone needs to be templated and cut to shape around the sink and hob. A template usually isn’t made until the kitchen cabinetry is fitted so expect to live with a temporary worktop for a few weeks. It’s possible to install large pieces of stone for a long run of units, but it’s not the most stable option and can crack during installation. Although it’s not the cheapest of materials, once in place, stone toughens as it oxidises, providing a hard—wearing surface for years to come. Expect to pay between £150-£3oolin m. "

Oak and beech are the most popular options, followed by exotic choices such as zebrano, wenge and iroko. These tend to have an oily structure that makes them naturally water resistant. Take care when using wood around the hob andthe sink areas as heat can warp and scorch it, while water damage will stain. Colour varies within wooden worktops. ‘Our favourite pairings are maple with cobalt blue, black walnut with cool green, and oak 7

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with soft grey,’ says Alexandra Finlay, MD at Worktop Express. Wood is a porous material and will need regular oiling every six to 12 months to keep it stain resistant and looking its best. Expect to pay around £80-£25olin m for beech and up to £400lin m for exotic woods. No templating is required. These popular man—made materials comprise of rock minerals suspended in a tough resin and can be either quartz— or acrylicbased to give a super smooth, non—porous surface that‘s stain resistant, easy to care for and antibacterial. Creative designers love composites as they are easily moulded into sweeping curves and angles, and can hejoined seamlessly. Integrated sinks are also possible with some products. Welcome to a world ofcolour. Choose from hundreds of hues, a range of whites and neutrals, and flecks and patterns too. This is another material that requires templating so be prepared to put up with a temporary surface for a short while. It's advisable to protect the surface from hot pans, sharp knives and harsh cleaners. However, damage can be repaired. Look for brand names including Silestone, Caesarstone, Corian, Zodiaq, Okite and Hi-Macs. Prices range from £2oo—£5oolin n1. Less expensive varieties that require no templating include solid«surface veneer on particle board, try Bushboard and Maia. The most affordable option, High Pressure I.aminates (HI’I.s) are made ofparticle board wrapped with a hard—wearing coating.

‘Laminates have come a long way since the 1970s,’says Eva Hoernisch, design manager Europe at Formica Group. ‘Nowadays, they can mirror the look of natural materials, such as granite,

wood and stone, by using the latest printing techniques.’ These surfaces are simple to install without specialist templating required. Expect to pay around £3o—£150lin m.

F o r ultra—slim profiles, porcelain is one of the toughest materials around. It‘s scratch, heat, stain and acid resistant and incredibly lightweight. It’s also UV-resistant giving fade—free colour. Porcelain is low-maintenance and non—porous so very hygienic. Templating is required. Prices range from £400-£60olin m.

Stainless steel is super-hygienic and can withstand heat, water and stains, but it does scratch. ‘For this reason, there's a growing demand for patina, a pre-distressed stainless steel that disguises marks,‘ says Martin Tye, director at GEC Anderson. Stainless steel is a bespoke solution so you can add in extras such as integral sinks and bobs. Concrete gives an industrial look. It's a porous material that requires sealing but c a n include integral sinks and colour pigments. ‘Polished concrete is growing in popularity,’ says Roundhouse designer Sam H a r t . ‘Installation takes longer as the frame is made on site and the concrete poured in, but the result looks fabulous.‘ Toughened glass, mostly used for breakfast bars, is available in awide range of bat-k—painted colours and finishes such as cracked glass, and can be combined with lighting for impact. Although the surface can scratch, it's hard to break accidentally. Onyx is made up of dissolved limestone, meaning it’s porous and prone to scratching. However, it’s stunning - translucent and luminous with patterns that are hard to find in other materials. Best reserved for decorative areas, it requires sealing and protecting from acids, knives and harsh cleaners. D

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‘Wooden tops such as English oak work with anything, much like oak flooring, contrasting with blues, greys and whites.’ Request samples ofworktops to look at in situ along with cupboard door samplers. And, when buying a natural material, try to view a larger piece at the supplier. ‘Always be careful when picking stone from a sample as colour can vary to the final product,‘ says Richard Coles, general manager at Stone of London.

THE R|GHT SINK COMBINATION Your choice of worktop will influence the sink options available to you. While an inset (drop-on) or sit—on sink (such as Belfast designs) will suit almost any worktop, undermountcd sinks are limited to completely solid designs such as stone, composite and porcelain. Although wood is solid, it's not a natural partner with water and is not recommended unless you are dedicated to keeping it well oiled. You can have grooves carved into most solid materials to create an

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You may also want to consider wallpaper. Where once it would have had to be kept at a considerable distance from steamy or humid areas. modern splashproofvinyl papers make it possible to bring pattern and colour into your bathroom like never before. ‘Wallpaper can be a great (lt‘(‘()l‘illl\’C addition to what historically was considered to be a l'airly liinctional rooni.' reveals Shauna Dennison, Creative Director at Cole & Son. ‘Ilowcver. there's no reason wh_v the bathroom can't be decorated like every other room. Vinyl wallpapers have a coating to protect them from water, and most good qualit_v vinyls will be perloiated to allow damp to escape. liqually. _vou can put up a standard paste-the-\\all product and perloiate it alteryvards. .-\s bathrooms are ollen not the largest rooms, I'd advise using a small to mid-scale design but with plenty ofeharaeter.’ ll'you'd like to use wallpaper behind a basin. think about covering it with Perspex or lo\v-iron glass as a splashback. ‘You can also seal a wallpapered wall with a transparent clear lacquer,’ says Stuart Darnell, Client Services Director at Outhouse Bathrooms. ‘The colours will be enhanced and the paper protected.’

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Director ofJohn Cullen Lighting. ‘You can also use a floor washer as a nightlight or just t ( ) create a glow under a basin. The lighting should be controlled on at least two different switch lines or circuits; one for downlights and one for the wall lights. Ideally, you should be able to dim the lighting to create diflerent moods or use a preset system. Whatever you use, take care to ensure that it's as close as possible to daylight. The colour of the light produced by LED fittings can vary a surprising amount.’ The lighting you choose will need to be suitable for use in a bathroom. so it can resist potential water ingress. Look for chandeliers, pendants and wall lights in aged metallic and glass finishes that are IP rated. ‘Never use spotlights above the mirror to light your face as they will cast shadows.’ advises Emma Sims-I lilditch of interior designers Sims Ililditch. ‘Always use wall lights in this location as they have a softer glow.’

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THE BRIEF The couple's existing kitchen has patio doors overlooking the garden. Alexandra would like to keep the light, bright feel inside, without it becoming too stark. As the house was built in the 1930s. she's keen to incorporate some curves in the kitchen as a nod to its Art Deco roots but with a more contemporary feel. Alexandra cooks every day and the couple often entertain friends. so would like a sociable design. Alexandra is drawn to neutral shades of cabinetry but would still like some colour on the walls. She would like plenty of storage. even though they have a pantry, and would like a large gas hob and fridge-freezer. There would also need to be a dining area and room for a table.

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“First of all, I have to say wow! lt’s amazing what the designers have done. The simple act of putting the island in lengthways really opens up the space and makes the most of the patio doors that lead to the garden. There is also plenty of room ‘for entertaining and the design has a light, bright airiness to it that I love. That said, in the long term, I am a bit worried about how pale highgloss cabinets will stand up to the fingerprints of the twins."

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What is the \ difference between paste-the-wall and traditional wallpaper? ‘Pastethe-wall‘ is becoming standard. You paste the wall then apply the paper. It is faster than pasting the wallpaper as there is no waiting for the paper to soak, and you can hang it straight from the roll with a little practice, Paste an area slightly wider than t h e paper width. so t h a t you never have to paste up to the last length. Let the paper make contact with the wall, keeping the rest of I,

What’s the best method f o r applying paste to wallpaper? Before decorating the wall, it’s important to get rid of wallpaper paste already there, as any paste residue will cause mould growth through the wallpaper or p a i n t you’re about to put on the wall. Go for a.paste containing fungicide, too especially for thick vinyl wallpaper - as it prevents mould growth. Then, when applying paste to the paper. brush down the middle first, and then off to the edge furthest away from you, before moving to the edge on your near side this avoids getting paste on the table, and

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consequently on to the front of the wallpaper. As wallpaper paste expands, i t s important to wait once you’ve applied it and abide by the manufacturer's instructions before hanging the paper. Peggy Shaw, assistant wallpaper buyer

at Homebase

There are dents in my walls caused by my door handles h o w do I repair them before starting to wallpaper? A quick-drying

wall filler is the best solution. Before starting to fill, ensure that the area to be filled is clean and free from loose material. Then press the filler well into

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the roll away. As you unroll the paper. aligning it to the plumb line or last length, smooth it from left to r i g h t and up and down. The traditional method is to paste the wallpaper, which can only be done on the paste table. I t s good points are that t h e paper becomes softer to handle and creases less. However. it has to soak for the time specified, and be cut to a length t h a t can be trimmed on the wall.

colours, such as putty or olive green both are timeless, warm and can open up a.small room, such as a hallway, while being inviting to visitors. Calming pastel tones are also great for setting a mood. Mixed together they look great, and they add interest to walls as you are not restricted to one tone t r y green, pink, yellow and blue. Melanie Adams, wallpaper expert at Wallpaper Direct

I want to make my home feel more welcoming and spacious but I don't want to use white or cream wallpaper. What colours should I choose? For an alternative to the traditional magnolia and white shades, t r y slightly deeper

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the damage, smoothing off with a.wet filling knife. If you leave the filler slightly proud, it will be easier to sand off when dry for a completely even finish. Allow it to dry for about 10 minutes, then lightly sand if required, and you can start decorating. Matt Gray, decorating expert at Polycell

Using vertical, pearlescent striped wallpaper is a good way to create height and light in rooms with low ceilings. Using the same wallpaper b u t horizontally achieves length for short rooms with high ceilings. The pearlescent properties of the paper reflect light around the room for a. more opulent, bright feel. Cathryn Archer, head of the design service at Laura Ashley

H o w can I make an impact in my dining

room using wallpaper? A feature wall is a quick and easy way to change the mood of your dining room. It injects personality without overpowering the rest

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of the space. Use a.metallic or pearlesoent finish wallpaper, to create a. warm ambience under low-level lighting or candlelight. Most dining rooms have one big wall with no windows, which is a great opportunity for a bold wallpaper statement. The new beaded Ladder Stripe wallpaper by Kelly Hoppen, £26 per roll, would create a. glamorous look. Nina Ta y l o r, head of the design studio at Graham &' Brown

How do I choose a feature wall? It may seem obvious, but choosing the wall itself is key. Pick a wall without doors or windows and, if possible, with interesting architectural

features or a fireplace. It’s best to choose the wall with the largest area, but you need to talte into account the shape of the room. If the space you're planning to redecorate is narrow, adding a.feature wall to the longest side will only accentuate this. Although your feature wall should be a focal point, it should not dominate the room. One trick is to include a few upholstered pieces or curtains in the accent colour. It's also essential to choose the r i g h t design.

When it comes to feature walls, bold is better, so pick paper with a large. striking or textured pattern. Use feature walls sparingly, however. The word ‘feature’ is key and it's best that this decorating style is not adopted in every room in the house. Drew Hutchinson, DIY and decorating expert at Willto

H o w important is

paste to hanging

wallpaper? Using the right paste for any wallpaper is vital to success, so read the instructions carefully before you start. Many wallpaper manufacturers recommend their own paste, and although it may cost a b i t more, it will have been designed to make your life easier. A readymixed paste for a l l wallpapers is easy to use and often worth the extra expense, especially if you a.re only doing a feature well. However, new plaster walls have to be ‘sized’ with a thinned coat of wallpaper paste to seal them and it’s best to do this with a paste that you mix up yourself, so that you can control the thickness. Marianne Shillingford, creative director

ESSENTIAL TOOLS AND GADGETS

choose from one of these u s e f u l solutions to

help make your decanting project much easier

Above Using paste—the—wa|l wallpaper for the first time? Get started with Harris Solvite Paste the Wall kit, including paste, tray, roller, sponge and scissors, £12.99, Homebase

Above The Black 8- Decker KX3300 wallpa, stripper removes all types of wallpaper. It comes with ladder hook and plate storage, to rest it safely when in use, £39, Asda Direct

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Above Use the Stanley Orbital wallpaper scorer, £14, Tesco Direct, to perforate and lift wallpaper before it is steamed off. This allows the steam to penetrate, making the job easier

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Do I need to prepare () painted and papered \

w a l l s differently before

adding new wallpaper? The basic r u l e is to I make sure t h a t t h e surface is dry. even and fi rm. Before you start to prepare. remove the cover plates on outlets and switches and w r i t e on the back where they come from to make it ea.sier when you put them back. Then. remove hooks and

anything else from the

walls, Now determine

what the wall is like. F o r a wallpapered surface. make s u r e that a l l loose paper is scraped off. especially in corners and along s k i r t i n g hoards. When stripping textured

and paper-backed vinyl wallpaper. p u l l off the whole top layer. Sand down or cut. away old seams where the paper overlapped and fill any

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cracks. holes or uneven areas. then lightly sand these when dry. Dust the walls then apply thinned paste to t h e fi lled areas. follovlring t h e instructions.

Wash painted walls with a paint cleaner. or similar. and rinse. Scrape off any flakes and loose plaster. Finally. fill any cracks and sand smooth. Fredrik Larsson, production manager at Eco Boriistapeter

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Create instant space with wallpaper. Striped effects generally make the room feel larger, especially if they are horizontal. Steven Duggan, interior designer For an instant seasonal update that isn’t too costly, wallpaper a small closet, toilet or recess. Choose a.bold design for your small space nothing adds a. touch of luxury quite like animal p r i n t wallpaper.

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colourways and

1" You could t r y hanging j u s t one stripe of colourful wallpaper as a

integrating designs

across fabrics and wallpaper. Repeat prints

room, so use it in a space where you like to spend a lot of time, such as a. living room, dining room or a bedroom, for maximum enjoyment. Abigail Ahern, interior designer and Rated People ambassador Whereas once a. pattern would be consigned to a single featime wall, or mixed with plain designs, we can now play with prints, repeating them, combining different

Left Peony Garden wallpaper in Amethyst, £36 per roll: dining table, £1,350, and dining chair, £375 per pair, both from the Garrat range in Dark Chestnut, all Laura Ashley

in different shades, or use a.similar colourway but with difierent scales to create distinction between surfaces. E l l a Richards, head of design at Linwood

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corridor can catch your eye and draw you into the house. I have seen some incredible hallways, completely transformed by using mirrors and metallic wallcoverings

it’s a.stunning effect. Melanie Adams, wallpaper expert at Wallpaper Direct

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panel. This will add colour

to a.room but without

overwhelming it. Cathryn Archer, head of the design service at L a u r a Ashley ‘ Make

striking splashbacks in a kitchen or bathroom by using statement wallpaper behind a bespoke sheet of glass. Clarissa Hulse, t e x t i l e designer

Try a.retro-style wallpaper design, such as Graham 8: Brown's Flamingo vinyl wallpaper, £17 p e r roll. Why not use

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Annabelle wallpaper in Duck Egg coordinates with Blue Reflection rnatt emulsion. £21.29 for 2.5 litres, both Dulux

Using the right tools w i l l reduce the time it takes to finish your project, so you can enjoy the results sooner

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Developed for use on wallpaper, FrogTape Delicate Surface tape, £7.99 from Homebase, helps you to paint up to a feature wall without paint seeping on to your wallpaper. It peels off without damaging your surface. but test on an offcut before use

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Prevent cracks, seams and holes from spoiling a perfect finish by using Tesa Decorating Crack Cover Tape, £6.23.

Amazon Stick the elasticated over imperfections up to 3mm wide and then it can tape

be covered with wallpaper

Spotted a hairline crack just as you're about to start papering? Fix it with Polycell Quick Drying Polyfilla Spray. £7.99, Homebase. Shake the can, spray halfway along the crack, work it into the crack and then smooth with a filling knife to remove any excess

Dulux has recommended paint colours to complement its feature wallpaper collection, which offers 12 different designs in several colourways,

so it's easy to combine shades. Papers in the paste-the-wall range cost £24.29 per roll

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Use these c l e v e r ideas to avoid costly mistakes Don’t DIY if you c a n t achieve a

too

professional finish. and ifyou‘re using expensive wallpaper practise with some cheaper rolls to hone

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your technique. Do consider the scale of your room. Low ceilings work best

with small—sca1e patterns. while high ceilings can take the

bold. bigger patterns. The larger the room. the larger the pattern

you can use. this classic 19705 style to liven up your bathroom? Nina Taylor. head of t h e design studio at Graham acBrown

Urban homes can often be compact use feature walls in the kitchen to define separate areas for cooking and dining. Clarissa Hulse. textile designer

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cupboards and on the back of doors or under stairs. Cathryn Archer. head of the design service at Laura Ashley

Choose wallpapers with some texture or pattern, or both that way you don’t really need to embellish them with anything else. Abigail Ahern, 'mteI'ior designer and Rated People ambassador

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Don’t be tempted

to use a car wash sponge to remove adhesive from the surface as it won't do the job properly. A decorators sponge

holds more water. You‘ll also need a cutting knife with blades that snap off. so that it's always sharp and won't tear

your wallpaper. Make sure you a r e using

wallpaper scissors.

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— they're longer

and designed to cut lengths straight. Do make sure you can live with the colour palette you choose and that it complements your furnishings. Do s t a r t in the most inconspicuous corner of a room if you‘re papering all the walls. This is usually in the corner behind the door. If you are hanging wallpaper in a bathroom, consider starting behind the WC. a.s it can be tricky, and is best tackled while you still have enough energy and patience.

Do look at your design

first - wallpaper doesn't always come off the roll in the direction it will hang. Look at the image butterflies fly up. trees and plants grow to the sky and Wisteria and willow hang down. I

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Save on energy bills and create a cosy home for winter, like Susie has done, with our clever ideas —it’s easy when you know how e at’ want to save energy and reduce utility bills. and one

o‘ the simplest ways to do this is to draught—prooi‘ your house and stop valuable heat from escaping Draughts can enter your home in lots of ways — through gaps around doors and windows. fl oorboards, air vents, keyholesi letterooxes loft hatches and chimneys ‘Open fires are another example of where heat can be lost, so consider closing them otf when they're not in use.’ says Alex Levitt of Lexis Energy. a Checkatrade com member ‘However. don't forget you have done so before ghting your fire’ An easy way to find a draught IS to turn oft any fans or heaters then place a lighted cahdle near the area you suspect might have cold air c o m i n g in it the tlame ‘lickers or blows out, you probably have a draught i

You could be losing as much as 30% of the neat from your home through draughts and unnecessary ventilation Windy weather in particular increases draughts and has a cooling effect when it blows over your walls and roof. The Energy Saving Trust estimates that completely draught-proofing your home could save you an average of £55 p e r year P us‘ if you

live

a hew—build or well-insulated home

you should be able to turn your thermostat down by a few degrees, saving another £65 per year Older homes with single glazing wil. benefit greatly from draught—prooting‘ although it's best left to the professionals f y o t i live in a period property Otherwise, draugt‘t—prooting a whole house yourse%t shouid only cost about ElOO in materials. so ‘i 5 easy to make a saving ouick y.

COVERUP For a quick. no-sew door curtain, use a blanket, held in place with cafe clips ideal for blocking draughts from hinges, keyholes and letterboxes

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Try out these DIY solutions to turn a draughty house into one that's warm and welcoming

INSULATE

YOUR LOFT You're losing heat

from your upstairs room through the loft hatch. Heat rises.

so it makes sense to address

your loft first. Insulation in the loft itself will help enormously (a minimum of 12 inches in depth is advised). plus you

can also insulate the hatch with a polystyrene slab on the upper side. Then. get rid of any cracks with spray foam filler. If the hatch is really old. broken or beyond repair, invest in a new one. Hand-held expanding foam filler. £6.98 for 300ml; Drop-down

fire-rated loft access door. £125.20: 200mm Space Blanket insulation (shown), £14.48 for 4m; all B&Q.

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There are gaps between your window panes and the frames. Unsealed single-glazed windows were once relied upon to provide ventilation. but since the advent of the trickle vent, it's no longer necessary to leave them unsealed. and closing up the gaps will help reduce heating bills, too. Selfadhesive draught excluder strips can be used all around the windowpane and cut to the exact size you require. As well as stopping draughts. they also minimise noise (ideal if you live near a busy road) and keep out dust. Tesa draught excluder strips. from £4.88 for 6m. Amazon.

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Who provided the cabinetry? Colin Wong at Development Direct was recommended to us by friends and so we asked him to come up with a plan for the space. Without him, Ithink we would have gone for something fairly standard but he really thought about how the space could be best utilised. Hecame up with the idea of a three-metre island and at first l thought that was really big but now Ithink it’: the best thing we could have done as it's so multifunctional. Couldyou explain your choice ofcolours? l was keen to feature neutral tones that would sit well with the rest of the house and its period features, with an accent colour for my soft furnishings. Seeing the proposed layout in 3Dhelped to bring the project into focus in that respect. All the things we'd spoken about and looked at on a 2D plan, were suddenly in front of us, down to seeing what the view from our kitchen window would be like. lt was so easy to visualise the result.

How important were appliances? The kitchen had to be ultra—functional as Paul and l are keen cooks. Weselected a bank oftwo single ovens, a steam combi and combi microwave along one wall. I love the steam oven it's great for a Sunday roast chicken and I cook all my vegetables and rice in it. Iwas also set on having a hot-water tap for ease and convenience. The appliances are mainly Neff and the kitchen design actually won one of its MasterPartner® Excellence Awards.

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Pristine condition Itmay be all white, but the sharp linear look of this modern scheme has real impact. Hints of grey add another layer of interest e niches either side of the appliance bank provide elegantdisplay space

Do you have any tipsfor others about to start theprocess? I'd always have a kitchen designer on board. Ours inspired us to think outside of the box and not to have fixed ideas about what would work. Colin made us look at the design with fresh eyes and took a lot of stress out of the project. BEAUTIFUL KITCHENS

I ' d like to t r e a t our kitchen to a n e w food processor. Are there any ranges that would add colour at the same time? A ‘Our Cuisine Systeme 5200 XL Premium food processor comes in nine colours that can instantly freshen up a kitchen,‘ says Jonathan Burrage. Managing Director. Magimix UK. ‘The Colour range has proved to be such a hit that we're now introducing colour across our other Magimix ranges.’ Cuisine Systéme 5200 XLPremium food processor, col Red, £369.99 (also in eight other colours plus Satin, £399.99), Magimix, 0844 573 8655, magimixlcorn.

£18,000, Harvey Jones.

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The overhead beams in my kitchen are beautiful, but I want them to complement the room rather than dominate it. Any suggestions? A‘It's important to link the architecture with the cabinetry, so add oak accents to complement the structural quality of the room,‘ says Shane Hilton. Designer, Harvey Jones Kitchens. ‘In this rustic kitchen, wood and white~pa1nted cabinetry work perfectly with the beams and patchwork—effect stone floor The result is a kitchen that feels as if i t s been there for decades.’

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The kitchen in our new cottage is on the cramped side. I'm looking for a round table that extends for when friends visit. Can you recommend one? A ‘The Mason dining table could be just for you.’ says Wil Bernard. Home Buyer, House of Fraser. ‘Its turned mango wood legs have

country kitchen

with a new tiled splashback. Which tiles would suit my style? A ‘Mixed-pattern tiles are having a revival. Used as a

a traditional country feel, while its natural weathered finish complements other finishes It extends to seat six, folding back to seat four, so could be rust the space-saver you’re looking for." Mason dining table. H78,5cm by W100-140cm, £749; side chairs, £449 for House of Fraser, 0845 602 1073, houseoHraser.co.ul<.

two; carver dlair, £299, all

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focal point in any country kitchen, as well as being a practical addition, says Beth Boulton, Head of Marketing, Topps Tiles ‘Our new Batik ceramic tiles come in five patterns in subdued Moorish hues, plus plain white. You can create a charming patchwork effect by mixing and matching the patterns for eye—catching appeal or

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scatter colours randomly for added charm.

Goldman 8: Rankin 020 8969 3632, goldmanandrankincom. Green and Fay Kitdsens 0800 078 7723, greenandfayl<itchens.co.uk,

A subtle alternative is to use them separately, with a coordinating plain tile.‘ Batik Patchwork tiles, 10cm square, £60 a square metre, Topps Tiles, 0800 023 4703, toppsti|es.co.ul<_

Griffi 01932 754903, griffilco_uk. Mark Wilkinson Furniture 01380 850007, mwf.com. Martin Moore 0845 180 0015, martinmoorecom.

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straight—about renovating the kitchen in a period home. Uneven walls, floors and windowsills pose design challenges, but when standard units won't fit, the answer is specially made furniture. ‘Abespoke kitchen-maker won’t say no when a customer asks if their cabinets can extend to the ceiling, if the coving detail can match the cornicing in the room, or if they want the worktop to be 955mm high. Cabinets aren’t required to always be square or rectangular and a multiple of 100mm,’ says Robert Burnett, head of design at Holloways of Ludlow. Designers can work around tricky features such as pillars, awkward room shapes or high ceilings, where standard units may end up looking ‘lost’. When a large steel supporting

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joist was installed in Ann Aitkins’s Victorian farmhouse near Exeter, Devon, to open the kitchen onto the dining room, ‘it looked totally out of place’. So kitchen maker Clayton Cabinets ‘clad it in the same beautiful rich oak as the units and now it feels

right at home’. Another advantage of opting for a bespoke solution is that you get a kitchen that suits your needs, down to the ergonomic doorknobs and the exact height of the shelves (handy if you want to store large plates or tall

jugs). ‘It’s the difference between going to the high street for a suit and having a Savile Row experience,’ says Matt Podesta, founder of Podesta. You'll usually pick furniture style and cabinetry materials, which can be standard—handpainted wood, lacquer, familiar timbers or acrylicor more unusual, including book-

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kitchen also uses rich English oak to provide a focal point and faux feet on the fitted cupboards to give the impression of freestanding

furniture. An open plate rack between the windows provides extra storage. Podesta kitchens start from £30,000 (01494 677770; www.podesta. uk.com)

matched or slip-matched exotic woods, specialist distressed paint finishes or leathers such as tanned salmon skin or shagreen. But you can also pick your finish, colour and timber-grain direction. ‘We’ve matched timber stains to ceiling beams, finished the interior of a larder to suit the colour of a painting, fitted appliances into inglenooks and replicated cornices and plaster mouldings for details on furniture,’ notes Jane Stewart, Design Director at Mowlem & Co. In particular, going bespoke makes it easy to integrate cutting-edge appliances—frequently finished in glass and steel—into traditional cabinetry, often concealing them behind doors. Ovens, dishwashers, coffee machines www.countrylife.co.uk

C‘Afalse chimney breast highlights the period comicing and worktop-rnounted cupboards add a Victorian feel to the scheme. Kitchens from Woodstock Furniture start from £30,000 (O20—8876 0131; www.woodstockfumiture.co.uk) and larder fridges can all be hidden, and American-style fridge-freezers are often framed with cabinetry to minimise their bulk. Breakfast nooks containing a kettle and toaster behind a tambour or pocket door are increasingly popular, as are lift-up shelves for heavier small appliances, such as stand mixers and food processors. Angela Wilton, who lives in a converted 16th-century cider-press barn in mid Devon, wanted a classic Shaker-style painted kitchen that would work in harmony with her house, but also wished to have modern appliances. ‘Clayton Cabinets suggested ways we could achieve www.countrylife.co.uk

this by using solutions such as recessing the microwave and hiding the extractor behind a mantel.‘ Many country-house owners also prize the opportunity to be able to replicate some of their house’s archi-

tectural features into their kitchen. Louisa Burbeck commissioned cabinetmaker Artichoke to design the kitchen in her Regency estate house in Wiltshire and ‘the company included scaled replicas of the Doric columns from the house’s facade to tie the kitchen back to the architecture’. But a bespoke solution can also introduce an element of contrast at the same time as remaining true

to the house's original fabric. ‘We've created several kitchens that combine wood with high-performance modern materials,‘ comments Miss Stewart. ‘It's possible to retain the character and proportions of a classic kitchen, but with touches such as handleless units and state-of-the—art appliances, a cleaner, more modern look can be achieved.’ Lucy Bull, who lives in a Kentish ragstone manor house with Georgian and Victorian additions, commissioned kitchen designer Johnny Grey to replace her original, somewhat dark kitchen with a new one encompassing a collection of rooms that overlooked the main garden. ‘As this was a “new > Country Life, October 16. 2013 83

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Choosing your kitchen Find the right designer. Buying bespoke is very much a mean-

contemporary design complements the room's architecture, with features such as the

one service, so it's important that you share the same vision. Visit showrooms, schedule meetings and make sure the designer understands your requirements. They should take your ideas on board and bring plenty of their own that you may not have considered

scooped dish above the Aga taken from the west elevation of the architect's Middleton Park in Oxfordshire and the corbel detail echoing Ashby St Ledgers in

Check your designer's qualifications. Look for a degree in furniture design, awards and membership of a reputable organisation, such as The Worshipful Company of Furniture Makers

Make sure the company has its workshop in the UK. Some will let you visit, so you can watch your design take shape Ask to see similar projects and. ifpossible, meet past clients. You will be able to see the quality of their work and may find inspiration Once your project is designed, most companies will be able to produce realistic CAD drawings and samples as well as 2D plans and elevations, allowing you to see your design before it goes into production. Construction may take at least 10 weeks and a good bespoke maker will be in high demand

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room", there was the opportunity to break away from the style of the rest of the house andthere certainly is more “wit" in the kitchen than in the older areasf she explains. ‘One of the requirements of the listing authorities was that the addition should be sympathetic to the whole. but clearly a new and distinct structure. I think .Johnny achieved this in the kitchen design as well. He commissioned standalone pieces from wontlerfully talented craftspeople, using beautiful materials, and the result is very much 2 1st century. but sympathetic to being part of a relaxed country manor house.’

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‘T ) A 16th-century converted threshing barn with low ceilings is home to this framed, handcrafted kitchen that wraps worktops around load-bearing beams. A similar Barnes of Ashburton kitchen costs from £20,000 (01364 653613; www.bamesofashburton.co.uk)

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Hi-gloss acrylic range in Astral Blue. from £368 for a 600mm single base unit. magnet.co.uk Paris Pendant in Grey. £70.80. pedlars.co.uk Powder Blue coffee mugs gift set, €28.50, dibor.co.uk Talia lacquered beech dining chair in Warm Grey, £99, habitat.co.uk 11cm x 11cm Liquid Glass tiles in Mist and Glacier, £179.26 per square metre, firedearth.com PrimaDonna S De Luxe coffee machine in Coconut White, £1,195. delonghicom Flying Feather matt emulsion, £24.29 for 2.5 litres. dulux.co.uk ~‘ deliciousma.ga.zine.eo.uk 9

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hether you’re fitting a new kitchen or just want to make the most of your existing scheme, including the right storage is key. The most common places we squander room are corners and cupboards, so think about maximising those first, and then turn your attention to solutions for other areas of dead space, such as plinths, backs of doors and around the sink. Great storage needn’t cost a lot but it is worth devoting some of your budget to it, especially if you have a small kitchen or struggle to fit everything in. Add internal wire racks and pull-outs, drawer organisers and compact kitchenware and before you know it, even the tiniest room can become a Tardis.

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Don’t let your kickplate area go unused – a slide-out plinth drawer is ideal for storing trays and large platters that only come out at Christmas. Plus this one has a touch electronic opening. Kitchen from £30,000, Underwood Furniture, 01296 771800, underwoodfurniture.com.

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Slim units can be easily customised to create extra storage. This multipurpose unit can be retro-fitted into an existing kitchen as well as part of a new one and costs £115, including the chopping board, or £460 with the door front. Betta

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No more hunting around in the backs of cupboards! Sometimes known as magic corners, Le Mans units simply swing out of the space when needed and are great for rarely used items. This Le Mans costs from £255 from Second Nature, 01325

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Kitchens from £10,000, furniture only, at John Lewis, 0845 604 9049, johnlewis.com.

Kitchen storage solutions

There’s no space too small for a bit of extra storage. Here, a bespoke roll-up tambour door creates an accessible worktop cupboard, while small drawers in a mantel hide spices and gadgets.

The area around a sink bowl is often ignored but add a U-shaped drawer and it can be home to anything from kitchen roll to cleaning products. This two-drawer unit even has dividers to keep it neat.

Kick cluttered cupboards, disorganised drawers and wasted space into touch with these smart design solutions to create more kitchen storage

GREAT VALUE

Maximise space in your fridge with the Fridge Monkey – a mat that allows you to stack bottles and cans into a pyramid. Available in red and blue, it’s a practical and affordable storage solution. It costs £4 at Forever Contemporary, 0117 230 6495, forevercontemporary.com.

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Wave goodbye to messy drawers with some clever kitchen organizers. Fill with breakfast items, cooking oils and spices or condiments, then take out the tray when you need them. Available In four sizes, they cost from £18.95, Brabantia, 0845 602 4877,

A mobile butcher’s block or trolley is an instant win in a room without an island. This Pewsey kitchen trolley boasts a pull-out chopping board, cupboard, shelf, wire basket and two utensil drawers. By Eddingtons, it costs £1,040.25 at WorldStores, 0844 931 1005,

Folding storage can be a boon in a busy kitchen, tidying away when not in use. This whitewash wooden stand has four fixed trays with blackboard labels that can be written on in chalk. Use it to store vegetables or spices. £139.50, Pastel Lane, 07949

Why sacrifice worktop space to dishwashing clutter? Attach this handy Sink Aid to the side of your bowl to keep washingup equipment accessible and tidy. There’s a rubber dish-brush grip, a spongecompartment and a drying rail, £15, Joseph Joseph, 020

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Cooking is always easier when you can see what’s in the larder. If yours is looking cramped, invest in a freestanding version, such as this double Suffolk cabinet. Also available in single and curved versions, £2,915, Kit Stone, 0870 777 0099, kitstone.co.uk.

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When wall or cupboard space is at a premium, hanging racks can provide a convenient place to stow your cookware, while still being to hand. This 90cm TC280 hanging pot rack can accommodate six pans, £54, Judge, 0117 940 0000, judgecookware.co.uk.

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With the rise of Nespresso coffee machines came a new dilemma – where to store the pods? This solid oak rack with a stainless-steel base solves the problem

and looks stylish too, £120, Humphreys of Henley, 01491 575819, humphreysofhenley. co.uk.

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1 W7543LR washing machine in Fire Red, £268, Gorenje, 020 8247 3980, gorenje.co.uk. 2 Artisan food processor in Empire Red, £389, KitchenAid, 0800 988 1266, kitchenaid.co.uk. 3 ColourMatch stainless-steel jug kettle in Poppy Red, £29.99, Argos, 0845 640 3030, argos.co.uk. 4 DF6FABR1 50s-style dishwasher in Red, £700, Smeg, 0844 557 9907, smeguk.com. 5 60cm Retro extractor hood in Red, £399, Baumatic, 0118 933 6911, baumatic.co.uk. 6 Montana fridge-freezer in Gloss Red, £2,099, Britannia, 0800 073 1003, britannialiving.co.uk. 7 Motivo ECC220.R bar pump coffee machine in Red, £129.99, De’Longhi, 0845 600 6845, delonghi.com. 8 kMix KMX51 Stand Mixer in Raspberry, £399.99, Kenwood, 02392 392333, kenwoodworld.com/uk. 9 Le Blender in Red, from £159.99, Magimix at John Lewis, 0845 6049 049, johnlewis.com. 10 Aurora VTT475 stainless-steel four-slice toaster in Red, £49.99, Breville, 0800 525 089, breville.co.uk.

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“Timing is key to the process of buying a kitchen," advises Steve Collinge at Kitchen-Compare.com. “Don't go out one weekend and decide to buy; spend three or four weeks looking at the offers. High-street retailers often

advertise high prices. then reduce them by, say. 50% to make it look like they have good sales." The biggest cost of most kitchens is the cabinetry. High—end finishes, curved units and internal storage fittings can all push up the price, so decide at the beginning of a project what's non-negotiable. “Agood retailer will identify what ‘s important to you in your budget and design your kitchen to suit," says Jason Grinton of Pronorm. “For example, ifyou want to splurge onappliances. you can save money towards that by going for a cheaper door in gloss laminate compared to a more expensive gloss acrylic." Try local showrooms. as many offer a range of kitchens at different price points. "lt's a challenge for independent retailers to get the message out that they are a credible option for everybody, not just those who want to spend £20,000 or more. There is no doubt that you get the best service from an independent when someone runs and owns their own business," adds Steve Collinge. "You'll pay more for the service, but at the end of the day ifit means you get your dream kitchen that will last for 25 years, you may be more willing."

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While it's worth paying for good-quality carcases (a minimum of 15mm thick) because they're the backbone of your kitchen, you can be more flexible with finishes. "Opting for a more affordable door in a manmade material, such as foil or vinyl, is a great way to save money on a new kitchen," says Graeme Smith at Second Nature kitchens. “Some materials are hard to distinguish from the real thing, especially where the painted look is concerned. It's not just visually that it's hard to tell the difference but also to the touch, as materials can have a subtle texture.” Doug Haswell at Caple agrees. “Apainted effect on MFC (melaminefaced chipboard) cabinetry is a more affordable option than hand—painted wood. but shop around. Look for five-piece foil—wrapped doors. where the frames are individually wrapped to allow the grain to run in the correct direction and look more realistic.” Laminate doors are another more affordable choice. along with foil-wrapped doors and melamine, with average kitchens costing anywhere between D

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1 Have a little of what you fancy. Love the look of composite but can't stretch your budget to having it everywhere? Swap it for more economical timber worktops for the main runs of units and just fit it on a workstation for a functional prep area. This John Lewis of Hungerford Shaker kitchen features solid—surface composite surfaces on the island, edged by the same oak as elsewhere to tie it into the design. Kitchens cost from £20,000.

2 Fall in love with laminate. The realistic qualities of laminate flooring have come on leaps and bounds in the last few years. Get the look of on-trend concrete with these Arte tiles from Quick-Step. Not only do they feature subtle grooves for definition, they’re also neutral enough to complement any colour scheme. These polished concrete natural laminate tiles cost £31.99 per sq m. 3 Work a high-end look. Bushboard‘s M—Stone range of quartz worktops cuts out the usual two—week wait for templating and manufacturing because the products are fast to fit directly on site, reducing disruption and installation costs too. Pictured is the new Ivory Stone, one of six finishes, that is available for work surfaces, splashbacks and upstands, priced around £270 per linear m.

4 Get smart with slate. Ifyou're only covering short runs of units, try this cost-cutting idea from Mandarin Stone using large—format, thick-depth black Nero riven slate tiles. They measure 120 x 60 x 3cm and cost just £143.20 each. As well as looking great, they're hard-wearing and are cheaper than having normal fitted worktops, plus they can also be used as upstands too. Gris (grey) riven slate is also available in the same format. As with any stone, don’t forget to seal and reseal it regularly to prevent staining. 5 Add a splash of colour. Tiles for splashbacks range from the basic to the hand—painted, but don’t be fooled into thinking that decorative designs will be costly. Shop around and you can easily pick up a bargain, whether it’s a discontinued line or simply an undiscovered gem. These Mairena Brown by Ceramica Cas 14 x 28cm glazed textured ceramic tiles cost from £20 per sq m and add a fantastic hit of colour to a simple white kitchen.

6 Go beyond tiles. Templating splashbacks, be they glass or granite, can be expensive, especially if you're making room for sockets. Get the glossy look of glass and its easy

cleaning advantages with Vistelle, a new acrylic panel. It's easy to install, can be fitted over existing tiles and can be cut on site using everyday tools. Available at B&Q, prices start from £1 19 for a 76 x 70 x 0.40m piece.

7 Find a faux floor. Stone or wood floors can be pricey to install and often require sealing. Instead, try a ceramic lookalike tile. As well as being less likely to stain, highly durable and lower maintenance, they’re also cheaper to install. These Memories porcelain tiles in brown or grey from the Renaissance collection have been designed to resemble wood yet cost just 233.1 0 per sq m. They measure 12.5 x 50cm and are available from Craven Dunnill.

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the kitchen into the rear lobby and bathroom. Other factors that helped in keeping to the budget included using better value double—wldth cupboards where possible and including a multifunctional three—drawer unit that includes two pan drawers with a standard utensil drawer at the top. The clients existing freestanding dishwasher and single oven were both in good working order so these were reused but can be upgraded at some point in the future.”

w. For a sleek designer look on a budget. tn, SieMatic's S3 kitchen As well as offering more affordable highend furniture. it also comes with a removable grip slot system that allows the accent colours to be changed to instantly update the look. Choose from seven shades — Aqua Blue. Olive Green. Maize Yellow. Poppy Red. Lotus White l\/latt, Stainless Steel and Graphite Grey —which can also be chosen for the doors and handles in a glossy or lacquered finish. Kitchens start trom £l8.000 Seen here are Lotus White gloss doors with Poppy Red grip slots. i

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inexpensive and easy to install, Frostbite film from The Window Film Company is the perfect way to introduce privacy to your kitchen It is

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The Arlington range from Kitchen Door Workshop is ideal for a classic scheme and available in five textured grain options or 24 different silk finishes including a option. vinyl paintable

Made from 18mm—thick MDF, each door is made to measure. Shown in Dakar silk, measuring a standard size of 715 x 496 ><18mm, doors cost from 922.50

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3 protuberances and encompassing chimney breasts. 5 boilers, pipes and so on, while keeping a clear and clean line throughout.

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ESSENTIAL FEATURES

MAKE A STIR The latest hobs come with a wealth of features to help you create the perfect meal whether you’re warming soup or cooking up a feast for friends

Temporarily ✓ STOP-AND-GO suspends cooking by freezing the setting and switching off heat or keeping it warm until reactivated.

CONTROL Helps stop ✓ BOIL saucepans spilling over after they reach boiling point by reducing to simmering or switching off. A one-touch button that ✓ BOOST super-charges the heat to its

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Dimensions H5.3cm x W57.5cm x D50.5cm Features Four cooking zones (2 x 1.8kW, 2 x 1.2kW), touch controls, residual-heat indicators, child lock, safety shut off

Dimensions H9.5cm x W58cm x D51cm Features Four rapid-heating cooking zones, metal-effect control knobs (2 x 1.7kW, 2 x 1.2kW) with six power levels, residual-heat indicator

Dimensions H5.4cm x W60cm x D51cm Features Four cooking zones (2.2kW, 2 x 1.2kW and 1.7kW), touch controls, BoilControl, StopGo, StayWarm, safety control lock, timer, residual-heat indicator

BUY IT… to stand out from the crowd. Its

BUY IT… for a host of smart functions

glossy good looks will work perfectly with a white worktop, while its chunky silver knobs are tactile and easy to control. As the ceramic glass surface doesn’t get as hot as non-ceramic electric ones, it just needs a quick wipe down when cool.

to make your life easier. Take the stress out of cooking for a crowd with StayWarm, which keeps food at the right temperature, BoilControl to prevent pans boiling over and causing spills, and StopGo if you’re interrupted while cooking.

BUY IT… for plenty of power on a budget. A stylish stainless-steel frame contrasts beautifully with the black glass while it includes lots of smart features you’d usually find on higher-prices models, such as touch controls, child lock and a safety shut-off, so the heat turns off when you want it to.

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Upgrade your hob and enjoy the very latest features – these time-saving

he latest hobs on the market aim to make cooking simpler than ever with stop-and-go functions, precise heat control and easy cleaning. We look at three main types of hob to see how they compare.

of cooking models are all less than £500

Gas

ELECTRIC CERAMIC HOBS (not to be confused with induction hobs, which can also be ceramic) heat up quickly and are often the cheapest to buy of the three. The heat may not be quite as easy to control and their energy costs over a year on average could be around £30. GAS HOBS allow you to adjust the temperature instantly. Burners come in different sizes, so always use the right one for your pan. An average hob costs around £12 a year to run, but cooking gives off a lot of ambient heat so is not the most efficient. INDUCTION HOBS work by heating the pan, not the hob, so tend to be quicker and cheaper to use (consuming around 25% less energy than some hobs). The price of this technology has dropped dramatically but these hobs still tend to be more expensive to buy. You may need new pans made from iron or stainless steel or those with a magnetic core. Average yearly running costs are about £25. <#A#> | OCTOBER 2013 housetohome.co.uk/styleathome

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maximum on induction hobs.

CHILD LOCK / SAFETY ✓ CONTROL LOCK Child locks keep curious fingers from switching on the hob, while safety-control locks prevent the control panel being accidentally activated or reset as you cook.

WARM / STAY WARM ✓ KEEP Gentle heat setting that maintains the temperature of a dish without causing burning or dehydration.

IGNITION / SINGLE✓ AUTO HANDED IGNITION Lights and relights the flame on a gas hob, with one turn of a knob.

/ MINUTE MINDER ✓ TIMER A cost-effective way to ensure that only the required energy is used. Switches off each zone or burner when set to do so, usually up to 99 minutes. A minute minder will remind you which dishes are cooking.

HEAT INDICATOR ✓ RESIDUAL As well as warning if a ceramic or induction hob surface is too hot to touch after cooking, indicators can also help save money, showing if there is sufficient heat left to warm, simmer or even cook an additional dish.

CUT-OFF TIMER ✓ SAFETY Automatically switches off a ceramic or induction hob if it has been left on for over a certain period of time.

PAN DETECTION An induction ✓ hob feature – the ring won’t function until a pan is placed on it.

£349 ELECTROLUX

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£225 IKEA

£233 RANGEMASTER

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RANGEMASTER RG60

Dimensions Hxxcm x W74cm x D51cm Features Five vertical flame burners (4kW triple-crown wok, 3kW rapid, 2 x 2kW, 1kW), three cast-iron pan supports, flame-failure device, electronic ignition, stainless-steel finish

Dimensions H8cm x W68cm x D51cm Features Five burners (3.5kW wok, 3kW, 2 x 2kW, 1kW), enamel pan supports, auto ignition, flame-safety device

Dimensions H6cm x W74.4cm x D51cm Features Five burners (4kW triple crown burner with wok adapter, 3kW, 2 x 2kW, 1kW), cast-iron supports, flame-failure device, electric ignition

Dimensions H5cm x W62cm x D52cm Features Four burners (3kW, 2 x 1.75kW, 1kW), matt cast-iron supports with rubber feet to prevent movement, flamesupervision device, single-handed ignition

BUY IT… if you’re a keen cook. A high-powered burner at the side means room for more pans and it’s flexible enough to accommodate woks, fish kettles, casseroles and other large pots. It has the added bonus of an attractive, easy-to-clean, stainless-steel finish.

BUY IT… to benefit from the technology that goes into a range cooker in a hob. Its smart asymmetrical layout, chunky controls and matt cast-iron pan supports create a bold style statement. And as it’s formed from one piece of stainless steel, there are no seams for grime to hide in.

BUY IT… to save on energy bills. Vertical flame burners direct the heat to the base of pan, not up the sides. Knobs at the front of the hob make it easy to control, while a rapid burner in the centre is ideal for wok cooking and fast heat.

BUY IT… to add designer style to your kitchen. Designed by Sebastian Conran, this five-burner hob comes in five striking colours: Duck Egg Blue, Pastel Green, Icy Brook White, Anthracite and Aluminium. It features aviation-inspired control knobs. Plus its enamel pan supports make it easy to move heavy pots around.

ANTI-OVERHEAT This shuts ✓ the hob down before it reaches a dangerous temperature.

TIP Don’t leave pan

lids in the cupboard – cook with them and your food will heat up faster. housetohome.co.uk/styleathome OCTOBER 2013 | <#B#>

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PAN SETS Wave goodbye to battered cookware and treat yourself to something new

£264 BAUMATIC

£499 WHIRLPOOL

BAUMATIC BHI615

WHIRLPOOL ACM 804/BA/S

Dimensions H5.6cm x W59cm x D52cm Features Four zones (2 x 2kW, 2 x 1.5kW), touch controls, residual-heat indicators, timer, safety lock, pan compatibility

Dimensions H5.1cm x W58cm x D52cm Features Four zones (2 x 2.2-3kW, 2 x 1.2-1.8kW) with nine power levels, touch controls, boost, residual-heat indicators, timer, child lock, automatic pan detection

BUY IT… to dip a toe into the world of induction cooking without breaking the bank. A glossy frameless design with touch controls and some handy features for the price make this a smart buy. Plus, it comes with a ceramic hob scraper to remove stains without causing damage.

BUY IT… as an elegant centrepiece for

your kitchen. We think its luscious Silver Dawn colour will co-ordinate with pale or dark granite worktops and stainless-steel appliances. Boost functions super-charge each zone to speed up cooking.

TIP Increase the efficiency of your gas hob

– if flames start to lick up the sides of the pan, turn the burner down.

WIN IT

1 BACK TO BLACK Four-piece Sorted pan set suitable for all hobs, £128.99, Premier Housewares 2 WHITE MAGIC Three-piece Modern non-stick aluminium saucepan set suitable for all hobs except induction, £75, Marks & Spencer 3 SEEING RED Suitable for gas and electric hobs, I’m a Rouge three-piece set, £31, Sabichi

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Dimensions H5.9cm x W56cm x D45cm Features Four zones (2 x 2.8kW, 2.3kW, 2kW) with nine power levels, digital touch controls, residual-heat indicators, timer, child-safety lock, automatic pan detection, auto-safety shut off, anti-overheat, anti-overflow, small-object detection BUY IT… for a seriously smart cooking experience. This frameless ceramic glass hob delivers precision heat to each zone and comes with plenty of useful features.

Dimensions H6cm x W59cm x D52cm Features Four zones (2 x 2kW, 2 x 1.5kW) with a nine-level digital power display for each zone, touch controls, timer, residual heat indicators, auto-safety shut off, automatic pan detection, child lock

Dimensions H6cm x W58cm x D51cm Features Four zones (2 x 1.5kW, 2 x 1.2kW) with nine power levels and booster on all zones, touch controls, safety lock, timer, auto-safety shut off, automatic pan detection, small-object detection

BUY IT… to enjoy great-value features. Frameless black glass makes this hob ideal for minimal, modern kitchens, while a choice of nine power levels means tasks, such as melting chocolate, are simple.

BUY IT… and avoid potentially expensive rewiring – this one can be connected to a 13 amp power supply. Plus there are plenty of great features, such as a power-boost button for speedy cooking.

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Domestic induction hob pioneer De Dietrich has taken its 65cm Dual Continuum induction hob one step further by creating a zoneless model. Instead of separate rings or zones, it can be used as an entire single temperature area for large pans or as two areas for several pans ideal for out-size pans such as fish kettles. A power tracker ‘follows’ the pans, so they can be moved from one area to another with the temperature remaining constant, while an indicator shows how long each vessel has spent on the hob. The DTi1053X costs around £850 and measures 65 x 52cm.

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Once upon a time Wolf made its appliances exclusively for restaurants and hotels before adapting them for the home. A noteworthy feature of its cooktops is the French top —a temperature—controlled plate that's designed to be able to cook an entire meal on one surface, from sautéing and fast boiling to simmering. Available in 914mm, 1219mm and 1524mm widths, with a choice of nine different cooking surface configurations, Wo|f’s ranges have 10 different cooking modes and selfcleaning ovens. The 1524mm |CBDF604CF costs £19,284 and has two dual-convection ovens, four burners, French top and charbroiler. 0845 250 0010 or wvvw.subzero-wolf.co.uk

Gaggenau Besides walk-in refrigeration, most pro kitchens are home to some serious fridge and freezer equipment, designed to keep different foods at their optimum temperatures. The Vario 400 Series from Gaggenau is a modular system of appliances, offering refrigerators, freezers and fridgefreezer combinations and wine cabinets, all with stainless steel inside for hygiene. Shown is the RC472 refrigerator and RF471 freezer, both 213 X 76 x 61cm and A+ rated. Price on application.

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Stoneham Kitchens If you’ve ever watched chefs on TV and marvelled at the speed at which they cook and season, remember that some of their pace is down to having all their ingredients to hand. Mimic the same technique at home by keeping your herbs and spices within reach of your hob. This bespoke slide-out veneered timber spice drawer is home to removable, Iidded stainless-steel caddies, so you can flavour with ease while cooking on the hotplate above. The drawer is shown in an Evolve kitchen with Ebony Macassar Accents by Stoneham Kitchens, from £30,000. 020 8300 8181 or wvvw.stoneham-kitchens.co.uk um»

“With the introduction of professionalgrade cooking systems to the general public, the way we cook at home has been revolutionised. Electrolux Grand Cuisine gives access to different cooking techniques, opening up a whole/new level of preparation and attention to detail. Cooking can become more controlled, eradicating errors, but best of all it can save valuable time. For instance with the Grand Cuisine combination oven you can program personal recipes which can be used time and time again.” Tom Aikens of Michelin-starred Tom Aikens Restaurant

Warming drawers have traditionally been employed to keep cooked food hot and to pre—heat crockery and cups before serving. Professional chefs, however, have discovered a wide range of other uses, including cooking food slowly at a consistent temperature, which is ideal for producing tender meat and fish dishes. Mie|e’s SousChef food warming drawers replicate this by using fan heat at a low temperature, which is also great for proving dough, making yoghurt, defrosting food and melting chocolate. This Generation 6000 29cm ESW6229 Souschef PureLine food warming drawer has touch controls and costs from £990 at John Lewis. It measures 60 x29cm.

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Hoover The Rosieres Bocuse range cooker by Hoover boasts a cast-iron hot plate with a griddle option a favourite with chefs that gives graduated heat distribution for cooking flexibility. Features include a simmer-safe mijorose burner with an elevated metal disc for a constant but gentle heat ideal for making delicate sauces and a super gas burner for rapid wok

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cooking. A pyrolytic, self»clean, 48-litre multifunction oven with rotisserie and 50-litre conventional oven with catalytic liners add to its appeal. The Rosieres

Bocuse costs £2500, is available in black or sand with stainless steel, and measures 95 x 117 x 60cm. 0844 499 5599 or wvvw.hoover.co.uk

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Lakeland While chefs know the benefits of sous vide cooking, those of us with smaller kitchens probably can’t fit in a built—in water bath and vacuum packer. This is precisely why a tabletop solution is now available. Simply vacuum-pack your food in the Automated Foodsaver (above), £154.99, which senses what’s in the bag and selects the appropriate level of vacuum required to stop it crushing the contents, then pop it in the Sousvide Supreme Demi machine, £249.99 (not shown), and it will cook it in the nine-litre water bath to help it retain its own juices, nutrients and flavour, regulating the temperature throughout. Both are available from Lakeland.

01539 488100 or www.lake|and.co.uk

Practical shelving is essential in a pro kitchen. However, incorporating long runs can be tricky when wall space is at a premium at home. Pando makes bespoke island and wall extractors that double as restaurant kitchen-style shelves. its P883 (pictured) is made from highquality 304-grade stainless steel, features twin chimneys and there's space on the top for essential spices and finishing touches. Other features include an easy cleaning system, electronic controls including a memory setting and a filtration saturation indicator. It measures 180 x 55cm and has an optional remote control, plus the chimney heights are adjustable. The P883 is priced £2209 at The Lightvvorks.

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AEG Professional chefs know when joints of meat are cooked to rare, medium or well done, but replicating that at home can be tricky. When even some of the pros swear by a meat probe thermometer, you know it’s time to try it for yourself. The AEG Culisense oven BY900400M comes with this handy gadget and also has a database of expert recipes and advanced sensors that can detect the weight and volume of the food to be cooked, calculating the cooking temperature and time. Priced £1099, it has a 58-litre capacity, 14 functions, quick heat up, is A-rated for energy, and measures 59 X 59 x 570m. 0844 561 1611 or wvvw.aeg.co.uk

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Panasonic An induction hob with a chef-inspired twist, Panasonic's new model (left) features Opti-Sensor technology to provide constant temperature control, meaning that if food is turned over or ingredients are added midway, it rapidly returns to the set temperature. Five preset temperatures for pan-frying (140/160/180/200/230°C) ensure restaurant—style results with minimum fuss. From £1199 up to £1499, it measures 80 x 54cm.

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"Modular hobs have had a huge impact on the domestic kitchen. They allow home cooks to combine the best of a variety of cooking methods and provide a great way in which to create your own bespoke and professional cooking platform where you can mix electric, gas and induction. In particular, the teppan yaki hob began in the restaurant kitchen and was once seen as a luxury, but is now part and parcel of the domestic kitchen kit." Josh Eggleton, chef and proprietor at Michelin-starred The Pony 8. Trap

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and if Heavy-duty kitchen equipment takes some beating you've ever seen a professional blender or food processor in action you'll know why so many chefs swear by them. With a motor that generates blade speeds of up to 240mph, the wtamix Professional Series 500 comes with a seven-year guarantee and costs from 2599.95. 0808 156 6633 or www.vitamix.co.uk

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‘’If I were to single out a piece of equipment that is crucial to both professional and domestic kitchens and that came originally from the professional side of things, it would be good extraction. Good extraction makes a hard-working kitchen tolerable in a restaurant environment and makes the experience of cooking at home much more enjoyable, especially when the family eats in the kitchen." Rosemary Shrager, chef and founder of the Rosemary Shrager Cookery School, fitted with Mark Wilkinson Furniture cabinetry

Top chefs use a range of cooking methods to achieve the best results, switching between intense, rapid heat to gentle simmers and teppan yakis and griddles for searing and chargrilling. The solution in the domestic kitchen is domino hobs a series of modular appliances that combine to create a bespoke cooking hub. Cap|e's range of hobs include (above. from left to right) the C993G gas-on-glass hob with one rapid burner and a semi-rapid burner, which measures 52 x 38cm, E441. the frameless C992i induction hob with two zones and nine power levels, which measures 51 x 29cm. £570. and the C995 teppan yaki with nine power levels that heats up to 240°C, measures 50 x 35cm and is priced £1143.

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Kallista Carrying large pans of water across a busy prep area is a big no-no in the professional kitchen, so instead many opt for pot filler taps around the cooking area or directly above the hob. Kal|ista’s solid brass model is a clean, stylish take on the more functional commercial kitchen incarnation, extending to a 26-inch reach when required and folding back neatly after use. Available in chrome, nickel silver, brushed nickel (shown) and gunmetal, the One wall-mounted pot filler costs from 9829 and, unlike some pot filler taps that only offer a cold flow, delivers both hot and cold water. Also shown is Ka|lista’s P25303-LV One wail-mounted bridge faucet with lever handles, B905.

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Taps with a pull-out rinse or spray are invaluable for heavy—dLity Cooking use them for everything from hosing down fruit and vegetables to washing down sinks after use. In professional kitchens, they tend to be tall, so the models for domestic kitchens are usually sized down for functionality without fuss. The Abode Ratio is an excellent compact version. designed to complement a contemporary kitchen without dominating the space. Available in chrome, a moveable spout and singlelever operation allow for one-handed control of flow and temperature. while its pullout hand spray makes food prep a doddle. It costs £369. 01226 283434

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Elica in professional kitchens. extractors have to eliminate smel's and steam quickly. be easy to clean and yet not affect headroom. Elica's wall—mounted Verdi cooker hood does all that and more. A feature called Chef Control aims to take the guesswork out of extraction rates: users simply select the cooking type —such as steaming or trying and it'll regulate the airflow accordingly. An ultra-efficient motor

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There’s only ever one choice for the real pro when it comes to worktops stainless steel. More practical preparation space means more room to work to create stunning dishes. At home, though. steel can seem a bit sterile unless you combine it with colour. Here. deep-fronted steel surfaces benefit from the warmth of glossy orange cabinetry. while a pair of integrated stainless—steel sinks and a built—in gas hob mimic the seamless, hygienic foundation of the chef's kitchen. Pictured are 100mm stainless-steel work surfaces by Vitrinox for Cesar within a Luce kitchen by Cesar, from £20,000 from NGI Design. Also try GEC Anderson (www.gecanderson.co.uk) for bespoke stainless-steel worktops.

01780 766899 or www.ngidesign.co.uk

KitchenAid Vacuum-packing food and then cooking it in a water bath is a favoured technique of many modern chefs. Known as sous-vide (‘under vacuum’), it's since been adapted for the domestic kitchen in KitchenAid's Chef Touch system, which handily incorporates another professional gadget the shock freezer. used for blast-chill cooling and fast freezing. Where the Chef Touch differs is that it’s swapped the traditional water bath for a steam-assisted oven arguably of more use on a day—to—day basis for gentle cooking and reheating. The vacuum-packing element remains constant, though: simply place your food in its special pouches, watch the machine suck out the air, then cook in the steam oven for tender, tasty results. Prices start from £8000 for a built-in Chef Touch (below).

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Commercial food steamers have long been the secret to tasty dishes in restaurants, cooking food to succulent perfection without leaving it soggy, dry or colourless. Performing the tasks that a microwave often handles, such as defrosting or reheating, as well as cooking from scratch, steam ovens have now firmly made their way into the domestic market. Luce by Hotpoint‘s steam oven has five intelligent programs to cook vegetables, meat, fish, rice and pasta and two standard programs for steaming and defrosting. Boasting touch controls, 23 litres of capacity and with a one-litre water tank (so no need to be plumbed in), it costs around 2859.99 and measures 45 x 56 x 55cm.

0800 092 1922 or www.lucebyhotpoint.co.uk

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Previous pages (112-113): Hannah and Annabel bought much of the furniture in this part of the house from the previous owner because it suited the room so well. Directly above. a double«height ceiling is made possible by the upper floor being open and separated only by glass panels to help the two spaces feel like one. in the cooler months. a recessed box fireplace keeps the living area snug. while both the ground and first floors have underfloor heating below the St Albans limestone tiles. Above: Traditional external features contrast sharply with the sleek modern style that's concealed within Maelstrom House. Among other rooms, the house boasts a gym, office, pool, library, family room, home cinema, laundry room and five bedrooms. it's surrounded by a 1.5acre garden with a small wooded dell, old air raid shelter and neat lawns. Right: Long runs of open shelving in

a wall recess provide extra storage for glassware in the kitchen as well as a place to house cookbooks, The

kitchen cabinetry is clad in stainless steel for a professional look and made up of a trio of islands. One, topped with granite. forms a handy breakfast bar area, while the other two have work stainless-steel matching surfaces and are devoted exclusively to cooking and food prep.

itli its expanses of glass, a 19—metre pool and charming edge—of-village location, Hannah Goodwin and Annabel Smith knew that Maelstrom House was too good a property to miss out on. “We live in the Caribbean and had been keeping an eye on Prime Location for houses in Kent, with the idea of at some point returning," explains Hannah. “One day Maelstrom appeared and, as we had a trip planned, we went to look at it and fell in love. it seemed crazy to buy it as we weren't looking to come back to the UK yet, but it was too good to miss; it was huge without being cold or impersonal.” Constructed in 2006 on a plot of land that was previously part of Chilham Castle's grounds, the five—l)edrt)0m house combines traditional charm with modern technology. On the outside, the new-build property has a classic appearance to fit with its village location, while on the inside contemporary design and appliances abound. To temper the modern look, however, natural St Albans limestone flooring runs throughout the ground floor, while a sweeping steel staircase in the entrance hall brings sinuous curves. The hall leads into the open—plan kitchen where no expense has been spared on appliances. One entire wall is dedicated to cooling and cooking, with a top-of-the-range fn'dge—freezer and wine storage unit as well as a bank of built—in ovens. A teppan yaki hob set in a deep granite worktop on one of the islands is ideal for creating a show when entertaining and is complemented by a large rangetop for daily cooking on another. Meanwhile, a prep kitchen hidden behind the main kitchen —takes care of the cleaning up after dinner with three hard-working dishwashers. Recessed shelving on an adjacent wall helps to balance the expanse of stainless-steel cabinetry and Worktops and provides a place to display books and glassware. Tying in perfectly with the kitchen, a relaxed seating area boasts a moof inviting leather sofas and is surrounded by an open gallery floor. West-facing sliding doors lead out to the garden and, in the summer, can be fully opened to link the inside and outside spaces as one. From here, the room steps up into the dining area, which is home to one of Hannah’s favourite buys. “We bought our dining table online. It's almost three metres long, and extends to nearly four when needed. It also seats up to 14, weighs a ton, is solid oiled oak and cost just £1300,” she reveals. That’s not all that makes the area special, though. While one side leads off to the library, its main attraction is overlooking the indoor infinity pool through a wall of glass that has a central sliding door. ""\i(/ithin the pool area, there's also a slate bridge set about half an inch below the water level that leads across to the hot tub," explains Hannah. This part of the house also contains a steam room, sauna and limestone seating area, and enjoys the warm aliernoon sun through a south—faeing glazed bay. Upstairs, the other wet facilities are no less sumptuous. The master bedroom enjoys a stunning ensuite bathroom, clad in limestone with an infinity basin, illuminated display shelves and a sunken bath. Reached by steps and surrounded by floor-level lighting and downlights, the whirlpool bath ticks every box for a luxurious spa—like experience. Tucked around the corner is the WC, plus a hidden shower cubicle has been positioned behind

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area is the chunky oiled oak table, it took sometime to find the right seating to go with it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We bought some ivory-coloured dining chairs at first, but they turned out to be almost yellow. They were horrible so we replaced them with these comfy brown leather ones from Next," she recalls.

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the basin wall. The basin taps are are wall-mounted to give a sleek look to the scheme and echoed by the sweeping lines of the bath taps and a handy heated mil for keeping towels warm

and dry. As the bathrooms of the house have been designed to suit each bedroom, it's no surprise that the one adjoining a bedroom across the other side of the property is in complete contrast. Texture is key here, with a poured concrete bath and basin area, topped with unfinished timber for the ultimate in rough luxe. As it is a wetroom, a stand—alone designer shower is the star of the show, with the floor and walls covered in deliciously dark slate tiles, their veining highlighted by steel wall lights. Bar-style taps add a minimalist edge, completing the industrial feel. When it Comes to relaxing, the master bedroom, approached directly from the landing, is the place to be. A super king—size chocolate leather bed is the focal point of the room with matching curtains and pelmet, bedside tables and dark brown wooden flooring finished with a substantial cream rug. A splash of colour comes from a vibrant canvas hung over the bed, bringing life to the soothing neutral scheme. Off to one side, a generous-sized dressing room has integral Tisettanta clothes storage on all four sides, giving even the most enthusiastic sartorialist plenty of storage. llannah and Annabel might not be able to livein their dream house just yet, but they're sharing it with other design lovers by renting it for short-temi lets through Wow House and the response has been extremely positive. “Most people's reaction to Maelstrom is ‘wow’ or ‘incredible',” says Hannah. “However, the first comment we had from a tenant was that he wanted to buy it, but M’ii we had to tell him that it simply wasn't for sale.”

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KITCHEN Cabinetry Stainless steel. For similar try GEC Anderson (01442 826999 orvvww.gecanderson .co. uk) Worktops For similar try Baltic Brown granite, Stone Masters (0800 085 8586 or wvwi/.stonemasters.co.uk) and stainless steel from GEC Anderson, as before Flooring Limestone. For similar try Topps Tiles (0800 788 6262 or www.toppstiles.co.uk) Appliances Fridgefreezer, wine storage unit and drawer fridge, Sub—Zero (0845 250 0010 or ww.subzero—wolf.co.uk); Bangetop, Wolf (0845 250 0010 or www.subzero—wolf.co.uk); Teppan yaki hob, dishwasher, coffee machine and ovens, Miele (0845 865 6600 or www.miele.co.ul<); Dishwashers, Fisher & Paykel (0845 066 2200 orwvv\/v.flsherpaykel.corn/uk); Ceiling extractors. For similar try Cable (0117 988 1900 or www.caple.co.uk) Taps For similar try B|ancoMaster—S ll, Blanco (0844 912 0100 or vvvvw.blanco.co.uk) Barstools For similar try Atlantic Shopping (0121 280 1644 or vvvvw.atlanticshopping.co.uk)

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Cushions John Lewis, as before Dining table Tallinn 8.8m butterfly extending table, Top Furniture (01889 560999 or

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BEDROOM Bed Ripley bedstead, Marks &Spencer (0845 802 1284 orwww.marksandspencer.com) Bedside tables For similar try Kerala bedside tables, John Lewis, as before Lamps ice Block table lamps, Marks &Spencer, as before Bed linen Marks &Spencer, as before Art Try Art.co.uk, as before Curtains Bespoke by Pickwick Papers (020 8858 1205 or wvvvv. pickwickpapers.co.uk) Rug For similar try Crucial Trading, as before Flooring For similar try Kahrs (028 9245 8045

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Towel rail For similar try Gio, Bisque (020 7828 2225 or vvvvvv.bisque.co.uk) Mirror For similar try HIB drilled mirror, Wayfair, as before Lights For similar try Nordlux Castor Maxi single wall light and Nordlux Castor double wall light, Lighting Direct, as before WETROOM Flooring/walls Slate flags. For similar try

Topps Tiles, as before

Bath and vanity unit Cast concrete. For similar try Paul Davies Design (01982 568882 or vvww.pauldaviesdesign.co.uk) Basin Slate. For similar try Stonearth interiors‘ (01 15 714 8080 or vvvwv.stonearth.co.uk) Brassware (basin) For similar try Metro wallemounted basin mixer, Sagittarius (0161 620 2029 or wvvvv.sagittarius.ltd.uk); (bath) For similar try W1 from Boffi (020 7590 8910 or www.bofii—chelsea.com) Mirror For similar try Wayfair, as before Shower Pipe shower, Marcel Wanders for Bofii, as before Lights For similar try Nordlux Castor double wall light, Lighting Direct, as before

COST

A similar l<itchen—|iving—dining area would cost £75,000, a similar bedroom would cost £10,000, a similar bathroom would Cost 880,000 and a similar wetroom would Cost 820,000 For further information on staying at Maelstrom House visit The Wow House Company (07242 220006 or www thewowhousecompany co. uk)

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its 3,000 exhibits invokes a strange, satisfying sensation, and you will marvel at how much thought has gone into each one. Perhaps it’s that age creeps up on all of us, or perhaps it’s that design moves so quickly, but you will unquestionably recognize more than you think at first. There’s the pink iMac – just like the one I worked on only a decade ago – closely followed by an electronic toy I had as a child and the forerunner of my current Dyson Ball vacuum cleaner.

The theme of this year’s London Design Festival – “Design is Everywhere” – focusses on everyday, unappreciated objects together with icons of art and design. This annual celebration of form, function and culture whirls into life from September 14 to 22 at the Victoria (Opposite page from top) Images 1, 4, 5, 10, 11 street views from Clerkenwell Design Week 2012, 2 Fermoie showroom at Brompton Road, 3 Greenwich Market, 6 Spitalfields Market Goat Sculpture by KennyHunter, 7 Mimicry Chairs by Nendo at the V&A, 8 The Bench Years, commissioned by Established & Sons at the V&A, 9 Prism by Keiichi Matsuda with veuve Clicquot at the V&A, 12 Walk the light by Philips and Cinimod at the V&A

You could come to London to see Big Ben, explore Regent’s Park or visit Buckingham Palace, but if you want your holiday photographs to be a little more distinctive, you need to immerse yourself in some of the best design the capital has to offer – and just buy postcards of the other stuff. Heralded by The London Design Festival as “design capital of the world,” the heart of the U.K. offers a world of aesthetic appeal. “People are attracted to London from all over the world, adding a multicultural influence that is unrivalled in Europe,” says Max Fraser, Deputy Director of the London Design Festival. “Furthermore, our design education system is strong, our museums and cultural sector are buoyant and the design market is mature. All of these ingredients give London a dynamism that I am proud to be a part of.” Begin by visiting the Design Museum: wandering past

and Albert Museum or V&A (Cromwell Rd.), itself a high church of design with its glass gallery, among many other permanent spaces. Events are held all over the city, including the Endless Stair – inspired by M. C. Escher’s Relativity lithograph. It’s a series of 20 interlocking staircases that can be climbed for stunning panoramic views of the city at St Paul’s Cathedral (EC4M 8AD). Only, you’ll have to be in the queue behind me. The other significant celebration of design in the capital is Clerkenwell Design Week, which takes place every year in June and includes talks, projects and exhibitions by local showrooms. This year’s festival was a veritable riot of retro influences, focussing on the 1970s reborn with softer lines, sleek finishes and knocked-back colour – the appeal being objects at once familiar and new. Regardless of whether you miss this annual acknowledgement of the aesthetic, Clerkenwell is a great area to visit for ornamental inspiration at any time of the year. Named after the clerks who once performed medieval mystery plays throughout the Middle Ages, over the last two decades it has become the home of more than 60 design showrooms, including Vitra (30 Clerkenwell Rd., EC1M 5PG), Poltrona Frau (150 St. John St., EC1V 4UD), Flos and Moroso (7–15 Rosebery Ave., EC1 4SP) and as well as over 200 architectural practices – more per square kilometer than anywhere else. You may have heard of the East End of London for

The Endless Stair (above) pictured in front of St. Paul’s Cathedral is one of the installations shown at the London Design Festival in September. The exterior of London’s Design Museum (below left); visitors browse among the racks of clothing at the Spitalfields Traders Market.

its old reputation as a gritty underworld, but now it’s a retail hotspot. London’s oldest market, Spitalfields Traders Market (E1 6AA), is nestled under a glass canopy and houses independent shops and stalls offering everything from one-off interiors to almost every form of art imaginable. It’s easy to spend hours browsing, and there are some great bargains to be had. I rarely come away without

finding something new to take home, whether it’s an antique typewriter or a desk-sized, handcrafted iron sculpture. The surrounding area, Shoreditch (a triangle bounded by Old Street, Great Eastern Street and Shoreditch High Street), is a blend of affluence and a metropolitan edge. In between quirky finds at Brick Lane Market at the Old 7

(Images clockwise from top left) interior of the Design Centre at Chelsea Harbour, The Conran Store Fulham Road, Mimicry Chairs by Nendo at the V&A, suite at the Metropolitan Hotel

IF YOU GO

Truman Brewery (E1 6QL), you’ll find stores such as gift shop Caravan (5 Ravenscroft St., E2 7SH), patchwork furniture makers Squint (178 Shoreditch High St., E1 6HU) and Fornasetti aficionados Milk (118-1/2 Shoreditch High St., E1 6JN). At the glossy, high-design end of the spectrum sits the Design Centre at Chelsea Harbour (SW10 0XE). More than 99 showrooms inhabit this large, white, sleek building, ranging from the modern Chaplins, Ann Sacks and Evitavonni to the more traditional Watts of Westminster, SA Baxter and Vaughan, with 500 designer brands available across fabrics, wall coverings, furniture, lighting, accessories, tiles and carpets. There’s also a Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) bookshop that I couldn’t help but spend a small fortune in. While the Design Centre feels a long way out of central London, it’s actually only a few minutes from the King’s Road, a seemingly infinite parade of shops wending

its way to Sloane Square. These include the recently refurbished Heal’s store (234 King’s Rd., SW3 5UA), Habitat (208 King’s Rd., SW3 5XP) including its Platform Gallery, which will host an exhibition of African design, Graphic Africa, as part of LDF, the Designer’s Guild flagship store (267–277 Kings Rd., SW3 5EN) and a host of small boutiques. Sir Terence Conran fans should take a detour to the parallel Fulham Road for the flagship store of the chain he founded after Habitat, The Conran Shop (81 Fulham Rd., SW3 6RD). Without being aware of it much of the time, Londoners are spoiled by a melting-pot attitude to culture. Whether your tastes are Scandi minimalism, mid-century modern, Bauhaus, sleek Italian imports or solid, homegrown British concepts, good design, much like travel, aims to inspire and move you, to make you look at things from a new perspective. It’s a journey all on its own.

HOTELS: Rough Luxe is an imaginative oasis in a shabby section of London. This intimate establishment, a house really, combines old and new. It’s a chic stop for the adventurous. Birkenhead St. WC1H 8BA. Tel. 44-207837-5338; reservations@roughluxe.co.uk;roughluxe.co.uk. Sure-footed and serene, the sleek, award-winning Metropolitan is a member of COMO Hotels. With a treasured location on Old Park Lane, the 144 rooms and suites boast lots of natural light. Old Park Lane W1K 1LB; 44-207-447-1000; met.lon@comohotels.com; comohotels.com/metropolitanlondon. RESTAURANTS: Zuma: In Knightbsbridge and fashionable as all get out, the restaurant serves enticing organic modern Japanese cuisine. 5 Raphael St. SW7; 44-207-584-1010. SHOP: Harvey Nichols: Always in style for everything. 109-125 Knightsbridge; 44-207-235-5000; Mon-Sat.10-8. Sun.11:30-6; harveynichols.com. TO SEE: eBulli: Ferran Adria and The Art of Food. Until Sept.29 at Somerset House, this major retrospective shines the light on a global icon in the world of gastronomy. Embankment Galleries West, South Wing, Strand WC2R 1LA; daily; 44-207-845-4600; somersethouse.org.uk.

Property news

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Women are from Mars, men are from Venus The aspirations and priorities of men and women can be starkly different when buying a country house-but not in the way you'd think, says Rachel Ogden

'VEnever bought a house for a reluctant wife. I've bought many for a reluctant husband, but never a wife,' laughs Tom Hudson, co-founder of Middleton Advisors. Gender stereotypes that portray women as emotional and indecisive clearly don't hold true among property buyers. When it comes to finding a balance between the practical and the emotional sides of a purchase, women can be more pragmatic than men, says Rob Fanshawe, partner at Property Vision. 'They do the lion's share of the work. They find the property, report back and tell their husband what they thought of it. He can be carried away about how lovelyit is when she's already measured the school run and worked out how far it is to Waitrose.' The ease of the school run is often key to buying a potential home, but there can be a marked difference in the importance that men and women attach to it. 'The generalisation is to say the mother does the school run and the father goes to work, but, the other day, I came across the reverse,' reveals Mr Fanshawe. 'She wanted to carryon working, but he was retired. He seemed pretty relaxed about the school run, in the belief he would be sharing it, although I'm not sure she agreed.' Attention to specific property features can also defy traditional gender stereotyping. 'In the past, it was always reckoned that she would look at the kitchen, laundry and airing cupboard and he would only show interest in the cellar, attic and outbuildings,'

Set in an AONB at the edge of Hawkhurst,Kent, Grade II-listed Chittenden falls within the catchment area for Cranbrook School's day entry and is within reach of Tonbridge and Sevenoaks. £1.85 million, Jackson-Stops & Staff (01892 521700)

comments James Grillo, director of Chesterton Humberts' Country Department. 'He now looks at the kitchen, too.' Likewise, she often ventures into areas that were formerly considered a male preserve. 'I once showed a couple around an amazing house in the Home Counties, expecting them to fall into the classic pattern. They did until we reached the garage, when an almighty argument broke out over which one of them was going to park their car in the bay with the inspection pit-both were competitive and mad-keen classic-car racing drivers. In the end, they bought it and I'm told they dug a second inspection pit.' Being in a secluded setting is often another area where compromise is required, explains Mr Hudson. 'You

could say that the husband wants to be on his own, down a long track in a more rural position, whereas the wife wants to be in a community. The compromise is "edge of village", where people overlook land and feel as if they're away from the village, but have a community around them.' It's usually the husband who starts with the romantic vision and the wife who brings him down to earth. 'Men can find it difficult to see acres and there aren't many who even know what a five-acre field looks like,' says Mr Fanshawe. 'He'd often love lots of land, but the woman tends to be more sensible. When they're flicking through COUNTRY LIFE,he'll say "Look at that -it has 20 acres", to which she'll reply: "Don't be ridiculous!".' ~ :;..-

Houses that will suit him and her Chilmark House, Chilmark, Wiltshire, £3.25 million Grade-II listed Chilmark House combines verdant views and a sense of privacy with a manageable 1.83 acres of gardens, tennis court and grounds and easy access to the village and its great pub, The Black Dog. Through Savilis (01722426880)

104 Country Life, July 17, 2013

Madingley, Taunton, Somerset, £1.195 million This 1930s house has a large kitchen and breakfast room that's sure to appeal to both sexes: in addition to the Aga and Americanstyle fridge-freezer, it has a large central island with a wok gas bumer, a griddle plate and a twin hob. For car fans, there's a double garage with heating. Through Chesterton Humberts (01823288484) www.countrylife.co.uk

Shopping Accessories

Almost as good

Enjoy a seaside stroll

as being quay-side, this Life Buoy Print cushion, £12, Next, is super realistic

in the comfort of your home with this embroidered Promenade cushion, £33.99 from Walton & Co

Edited choice CUSHIONS If you can’t have your own beach hut,

this sweet Love Shack cushion is the next best thing, £34.95, The Nautical Company

Get comfortable and add a fresh seaside feel with these laid-back coastal-themed designs

The striking hand-printed look of this fishy Marine cushion belies its bargain price of £12, Habitat

Full of seaside charm, this Cream Beach Donkey cushion by quirky illustrator Ashley Thomas costs £25 for Edition at Debenhams

Namecheck some of the southwest’s

Midnight blue combines with white for a touch of Breton chic in this Fisherman Stripe cushion, £50, Gant

prettiest places – this Glorious Cornwall cushion costs £22.95 at Coastal Home

We’ve always known that oily fish is good for

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you but it happens to be super-stylish, too. Mackerel cushion in white and navy, £26, Adventino

Sail away with this bespoke cushion in Seaside fabric, £25 from The Natural Curtain Company

COMING NEXT ISSUE SALAD SERVERS

Simply stylish, Day Birger Et Mikkelsen’s The Anchor Sea cushion cover costs £40 at Amara. Pad sold separately FOR STOCKISTS, SEE PAGE 133

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MAKE A SEAMLESS SPACE

Folding-sliding doors mean at the first glimpse of sun you can fling them wide open, instantly making your kitchen and garden spaces work as one. This bespoke open-plan extension has two wide exits to let light flood into the dining area, brightening it up whatever the weather. Specially treated glass has the added benefit of retaining the sun’s heat in winter while minimising it in summer. ■ A similar structure from Apropos would cost around £35,000

HEIGHTEN THE IMPRESSION

ADD PERIOD CHARM

Make the most of tall ceilings by continuing glass upwards to mirror the shape of the roof line. This timber-framed opening contrasts well with the glossy finish of the modern kitchen.

If fully glazed doors seem too contemporary, opt for a combination of painted timber and glass for a more traditional feel. These Georgian-style leaded panes emphasise the Gothic arched double doors, while echoing the classic panelling of the cabinetry and architectural detailing inside.

■ Tripled-glazed, aluminiumclad windows and French doors with a red-wood interior by Skaala, around £2,400. Kitchen by Anglia Factors, £27,000

■ Classic painted kitchen by Martin Moore & Company, from £35,000

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GLASS DOORS

Plan your exit strategy with these inspired solutions that will help you make the most of the British summer

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FEATURE RACHEL OGDEN PHOTOGRAPHY HEATHER HOBHOUSE/IDEAL HOME/IPC+SYNDICATION

DINE IN STYLE

A conveniently positioned island with a breakfast bar works just as well in this kitchen when the bi-fold glass doors are closed as when they’re open. It’s an ideal spot for relaxed alfresco-style dining without having to take everything outside. ■ Aluminium-framed bi-fold doors, from £2,950 including installation, Altex

COME INTO THE FOLD

Exchanging tiles for a glass roof gives this pale painted kitchen an outdoor feel, especially when twinned with timberframed bi-fold doors. A stone patio is just a step away, acting as an extension of the dining area for summer parties. ■ Woodmans bespoke bi-fold oak doors, £5,820. Harvey Jones Shakerstyle painted kitchen, from £18,000

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USE COLOUR CLEVERLY

A bold hue can be an instant attentiongrabbing frame for your outdoor space, drawing the eye and enhancing even the most modest of gardens. Use your favourite shade for a personal touch – from sunny yellow to warm red or smoky deep blue – or coordinate with your kitchen cabinetry.

■ These five-leaf coloured Easifold doors from Origin cost around £6,300 including installation, and come in 150 RAL colours

HOW TO ADD GLASS DOORS ■ Making a smart addition to your home, glass doors ensure your exterior space is more accessible. Include them as part of an extension or modify your existing property – they’ll increase the daylight entering the room, so it feels instantly more convivial. ■ First consider what style you’d like, making sure it’s

not too dissimilar from your kitchen. There’s a wide range of sleek steel, painted finishes and rusticlooking timbers, plus plenty of wood-look uPVC for easy maintenance. ■ Next, decide where to buy doors from – DIY stores have a good range of off-the-shelf options, or go for bespoke if your

opening is an awkward size or shape. You may be able to choose the type of glass – self-cleaning, energyefficient, solar-controlled or soundproof, for example. ■ It’s wise to dress your doors and windows – blinds, curtains, voiles or shutters will help soften the look and prevent it from turning into a black glass box at night.

WOW WITH WALNUT

Love rich, dark woods? Take a lead from your kitchen and frame your openings in the same material. These doors and sash windows perfectly complement the dark-wood furniture and black granite worktops. ■ The Walnut & Silver kitchen, Smallbone

of Devizes, costs from £37,000

LET THERE BE LIGHT

TAKE A LONG VIEW

Made from slightly tinted solarcontrolled double glazing, this structured glass extension serves to marry the interior and exterior spaces without creating pockets of low light.

Perfect for an open-plan living space, a run of folding-sliding doors can turn your indoor areas into a summer-ready retreat in a flash, without you having to move a piece of furniture outside. These aluminium doors are faceted to slide around the segmented curved opening, and have slim frames to maximise the views when closed.

■ Pureglaze doors from Trombé, from £4,000 each. A similar structure costs from £70,000 including building work

INCORPORATE ARCHES

If you love traditional style, keep the period feel flowing throughout your scheme with the inclusion of a trio of arched wood-and-glass doors leading off from an ornate kitchen design. Open the doors wide and let the sunshine stream in.

■ Bespoke SFK70 doors

by Sunfold Systems, from £1,550 per panel

■ This Victorian kitchen by Charles Yorke is priced from £20,000

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RETHINK YOUR WALLS

Sets of floor-to-ceiling glass doors and walls instantly transform this kitchen-diner into a larger area when merged with the patio. Inside, satin-lacquered white units and stainless steel reflect the modern styling of the extension, bouncing ample natural daylight around the room. ■ Glazed doors as part of extension by Barnaby Gunning Architects,

around £40,000. Neil Lerner kitchens cost from £30,000

SOFTEN THE SPACE

Large expanses of glass that look inviting in the daytime can turn into dark featureless boxes at night. So take a style tip from continental homes with louvred shutters inside that can be opened to let the light flood in or adjusted to minimise excess heat.

FIND THE RIGHT ANGLES

Think you need a straight run to have glass doors? This smart extension features ones that fold up to the side yet run along an angled opening. The striking kitchen scheme inside is just as inviting, if the weather turns gloomy.

■ Extension designed by Andrew Jones Associates. The Cinqueterre kitchen by Schiffini costs from £25,000 from DesignSpaceLondon

■ Louvred shutters start from

£290sq m or bespoke designs from £320sq m, including installation, Shutterly Fabulous

TIGHT FIT

When space is at a premium, adding tall, slim double doors to your existing room will make your garden accessible. For impact, install windows above and to the side, and position your table nearby for alfresco-style dining all year round. ■ Extension by Giles Pike Architects

using Schüco’s Janisol steel double doors from L2i, £23,954 including installation

STOCKISTS ■ ALTEX 01702 602220,

■ ORIGIN

■ ANDREW JONES

■ SCHÜCO

altex-uk.com

ASSOCIATES 020 8643 0601,

TRY NATURAL MATERIALS

Timber doors add instant warmth to an extension and work especially well with converted or period properties. This folding design has a separate door with a handle at one end for everyday access. ■ For similar, try Oak Veneer Sliding

Folding Patio Doorset, £2,899, B&Q

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andrewjonesassociates.com ■ APROPOS 0800 328 0033, apropos-conservatories.com ■ B&Q 0845 609 6688, diy.com ■ BARNABY GUNNING

ARCHITECTS

020 7372 2424, barnabygunning.com

■ GILES PIKE ARCHITECTS

020 7924 6257, gilespike.com ■ L2I 01494 451545, l2iltd.co.uk

0845 894 8989, bifoldingdoors.co.uk 01908 282111, schueco.com/web/uk

■ SHUTTERLY FABULOUS

0800 012 6615, shutterlyfabulous.com ■ SKAALA

01224 224567, skaala.co.uk/en

■ SUNFOLD SYSTEMS

01953 423423, sunfold.com ■ TROMBE

020 7688 6670, trombe.co.uk

■ WOODMANS

020 7723 4040, woodmans.net

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NEWS This month’s Design, Technology & Shopping Trends update New kitchen range PRIME NUMBERS

Beautifully balanced and effortlessly stylish, the 1909 range of kitchens would be an elegant addition to any home. The painted in-frame furniture comes in three design options: the detailed Half Pencil & Scalloped; Quarter Round, a softer profile perfect for smaller rooms; or classic In-frame Shaker. Available in 24 colours, from neutral to bolder shades, you can choose your favourite hue or mix and match; and then create a bespoke look with the numerous handle, hinge and storage options. Shown is the Quarter Round kitchen in period-inspired Parchment White and Morris Blue. 1909 kitchens cost from £18,000.

Future TOUCH-SCREEN TAP COOL

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While there’s still a gap in the market for a machine that does all our ironing unassisted, technology has revolutionised the world of taps. As well as providing 99°C water, this Quatreau design can also deliver filtered, chilled and sparkling with an option for extra purification. Its sleek stainlesssteel looks and electronic touch screen mean it will be the star of your kitchen. It costs from £2,999.

Stylish sipping

The sunshine may be intermittent but the new Quench range of jugs and glasses from Dartington Crystal ooze the alfresco style you need to add a summery kick to your entertaining. Tumblers are priced at £29 per pair, while jugs cost £39 each.

For your wish list NEW HUE AGA

We could just dive right into the fresh colour of Aga’s latest cooker shade, Aqua. Perfect for twinning with both glossy pale cabinetry and pretty painted units, the blue/green tone is available on all Aga models, including the versatile iTotal Control. Prices start from £4,995 for a two-oven Classic design.

SUCK IT UP

Keep your kitchen spick and span at all times by investing in a Plinth Vac. Simply keep a broom handy and whisk debris into it. It comes in steel or pick from a RAL colour. From £250.

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T IT SEE IT, WAN LIGHT FANTASTIC

Showroom update The best way to appreciate beautiful

bespoke cabinetry is in the flesh, and Chamber Furniture’s new kitchen displays in its Kent showroom are no exception. Choose between a white-and-oak kitchen with a floating island (shown), a dark-wood modern and traditional scheme or the stunning Peacock blue cabinetry. Find the showroom at London Road, Halstead. Kitchens from £40,000.

Maybe it’s the softly curved look of the Coco pendant or the smoothly turned ash timber against a spun aluminium shade but we instantly fell head over heels for this luscious lighting. Plus, while it radiates Scandi style, it actually boasts design credentials from further afield at the Coco Flip Design Studio in Melbourne. Available in two sizes with a white or black shade, the pendant costs from £750 at Holloways of Ludlow.

THE BIG

CHILL For your wish listAmerican-style

LEMON FRESH

Zest Yellow is the latest colour option from Parapan, the hi-gloss, acrylic material. It comes in 18mm thickness –perfect for doors, drawers and panels – and 4mm for splashbacks. Parapan Zest Yellow costs from £100sq m.

ANIMAL MAGIC

We adore these bear and fox drawings by Jimboart at Liberty. Eight-inch bone china plates, £27.95 each; coffee cups, £49.95 for a set of four.

ON THE SURFACE

There’s a hint of luxe about the new colours of Hi-Macs’ acrylic worktops, from the tactile-sounding Chiffon to the rich grape tones of Carmenere. Ideal paired with a glossy white design, prices start from £300lin m.

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fridge freezers look great but can be energy-guzzlers. Enter Panasonic’s latest designs with ultra-thin insulation, energy-saving sensors and a system that closes off the cooling circuit for the fridge when it’s not needed. Available in Arctic White, NR-B53VW1, and stainless steel, NR-B53V1, the new models cost from £1,300.

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FLOAT YOUR BOAT?

Want heaps of heritage and plenty of character? This beautiful Shipwood bar stool is made from trade boats that once sailed up and down China’s rivers, some dating back to the Qing dynasty. It’s priced at £369 from Fashion for Home.

Luxe looks MINI TREND

THAT’S ALL FOLK Go for an Arts and Crafts look as the latest pretty patterns and bright hues bring ceramics to life… Folklore cake stand, £27.95, Hunkydory Home; Jonathan Adler bird spoon rest, £38, John Lewis; Pasha side plate, £7.50, Oka

It can be tricky to blend kitchen cabinetry into an open-plan room. Not so with Nightfly, the new range from Lida Cucina. With its furniture feel, the collection is available in 21 glossy lacquered shades, three of which (Latte, Nero and Ebano) can be twinned with mock-croc leather accents, Nightfly costs from £35,000. Shown in Ebano.

INSTANT ATMOSPHERE

The right lighting can transform a kitchen at the flick of a switch. Sensio’s new Continuum Worktop Profile LEDs come in cool white or as a colour-changing option. Part of the Integrated Solutions range, Continuum Worktop Profile starts from £49m in Cool or Warm White.

GOING UNDERGROUND Having your very own wine cellar just became more affordable with the launch of the Essential Cellar from Spiral Cellars. It’s built into the ground and features concrete storage compartments, but to cut the cost it’s accessed via an aluminium ladder rather than a spiral staircase. With space for up to 1,000 bottles of wine, start collecting now. Prices from £11,615.

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Find more shopping tips and trends at housetohome.co.uk/beautifulkitchens

Regulars News

For those with a zest for contemporary design

Vera kettle by Bugatti, £190, Amara

TRADITIONAL

Classic design is given a splash of mouthwatering colour Accents kettle, £49.99, Morphy Richards

DID YOU KNOW? 32 per cent of women believe a sparkling kitchen is the best indication of a person’s cleanliness, whereas a third of men think a tidy living room says the most*

STEEL APPEAL The bold colours of Joseph Joseph’s kitchen kit are unmistakable but if your tastes lean more towards the minimal, its new 100 collection is for you. Professional-style brushed stainless steel lets contemporary design take centre stage in pieces such as the smart Index 100 chopping boards (shown), £75, and Elevate 100 kitchen tools, £65. More items launch in July.

COMPETITION

SHOWROOM OPENING NICHOLAS ANTHONY Planning your kitchen? Take a trip down Wigmore Street and be inspired by the designs at the refurbished Nicholas Anthony showroom. Among the new ranges on display is this glossy-lacquer and black-truffle handleless kitchen and its Rift Oak cabinetry. Kitchens start from £30,000. PIOUS PATTERN Designs from across the globe are at the heart of Original Style’s Odyssey tile collection, including this Quatrefoil pattern, inspired by the floor of a French Medieval church. Tiles are priced from £9.09 each (30 x 30cm).

WIN! WIN! WIN!

Win one of three Whirlpool MAX Collection microwave ovens, worth £160 each eep your kitchen looking cool this summer and win one of three new Whirlpool MAX microwave ovens in Vivacious Green or Zesty Orange. These good-looking models also steam food for healthy meal options and the curved back fits neatly into a corner, while the spacious interior will accommodate an average-sized dinner plate. Find more details at whirlpool.co.uk.

We have three ovens to give away. To enter, simply go to housetohome.co.uk/ competitions, where you will also find the terms and conditions. FOR STOCKISTS, SEE PAGE 133

*SOURCE: BIZZYBEE/LEADERSHIP FACTOR SURVEY JUNE

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FILL UNUSED SPACE

■ Find a local tradesperson to fit an alcove with shelves at Ratedpeople.com

COORDINATE YOUR CHINA

ADD A TOUCH OF FROST

Kitchen nooks and crannies can become dust traps, so conceal your favourite items within a glass-fronted unit. It has the impact of an open display without the chore of frequent cleaning.

■ Chichester 5ft Open Rack Dresser hand-

painted in Honed Slate, Neptune, from £1,995. Pottery by Susie Watson Designs, from £16 for a straight mug

■ This comprises six separate shelving units with glass doors and plinths, and costs £3,745 in total from Montana

Stunning ideas for

KITCHEN DISPLAYS Show off your best crockery, feel-good accessories and treasured mementos with a smart design solution

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FEATURE RACHEL OGDEN PHOTOGRAPHY MARK BOLTON, BARBARA EGAN/IDEAL HOME/IPC+SYNDICATION

PAINT A PANEL

■ Panel painted in Cool Mint from the Chiselwood Paint Collection. Bespoke kitchens start from £35,000

ROUND THINGS OFF

and can be purchased separately or as part of an Air kitchen from deVOL, which starts from £25,000

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GET A FURNITURE FEEL

Integrate the kitchen with the rest of the room in an open-plan scheme. Display areas are a simple way to do this, giving a relaxed living feel. Here, illuminated box shelves link a cooking area to the dining/seating space.

■ This lacquered Largo FG kitchen from Leicht costs from £15,000

INSTALL A SHUTTER

Keep everything at hand, then hide it away when it’s not needed. In this kitchen, glass shelving houses crockery and ingredients, plus the cooker hood and power sockets. Draw down the doors and the whole lot vanishes. ■ Valcucine’s Logica system costs

from £9,840m at Forza

CLOCK UP DESIGN POINTS

Thematic displays – where you gather several of the same item but in different styles – make a big impact with minimal effort. Choose something that you love, from antique china to retro signs and mount on the wall or arrange on a shelf or dresser.

■ For a wide selection of wall

clocks, try Roger Lascelles

CREATING A TODIE-FOR DISPLAY ■ Pick a theme that matches the style

of your kitchen. For example, if your scheme has an industrial feel, make sure the items on display echo it. ■ Resist the temptation to overfill shelves – it looks fussy and prevents pieces from being properly viewed. Place bigger items in the centre, then group similar things together. ■ Ensure items tone with the main colour in your room. However, they don’t have to be the same shade. ■ Use mirrors and lights for an eyecatching display. Place mirrors behind or under shelving to reflect pieces and install lights on a separate circuit so they can be used to set a mood. 60

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HIGHLIGHT WITH A BRIGHT HUE

All-timber kitchens look great with some colour. Pick an accent shade and use it in a variety of different ways to create impact. Here, the wall paint has been continued down to the ledge to give the items displayed the appearance of floating, while coordinating and contrasting accessories stand out and recess.

■ Furniture from the Sonoma Light range, Marks & Spencer. From £199 for a wall unit with frosted glass

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DADA COOL

Designers love to play around with different materials, as Dada’s new Hi-Line 6 modular kitchen ably demonstrates with doors made from an aluminium composite usually reserved for building cladding. Beyond its acid- and shock-resistant cupboards, however, lies a wealth of design genius. Higher worktops make it easier for tall cooks to prepare food, while a sleek suspended overhead shelf is a modern take on a batterie de cuisine and ideal for storing oils, spices and culinary equipment. Kitchen prices start from £35,000.

T IT SEE IT, WAN ECO OPPORTUNITIES Want wood flooring with environmental credentials? Try Ecora’s collection, now with Italian Oak. Ecora sources timber products with a focus on sustainability and its new range has a low-sheen lacquer for a natural appearance. Prices for the Italian Collection start from £82.62sq m.

BAKING BLOOMS

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We’re huge fans of both Cath Kidston and cakes, so it’s no surprise that its new baking range has found a place in our hearts. The vintage-inspired Daisy Rose Check collection includes this earthenware mixing bowl, £22 – perfect for adding some instant ‘domestic goddess’ appeal to your kitchen.

TIMELESS STYLE

A LOT OF FRONT

Turn the sink area into an elegant focal point with the new Waterside 800 curved fireclay model from Shaws of Darwen. A modern take on a classic Belfast, it’s also deeper than the original 600mm design, so it can cope with the largest of pots and pans. The handmade single-bowl sink comes in Biscuit or White and costs £525. It measures 760 x 530 x 255mm.

For a seating design that won’t date, look no further than John Lewis of Hungerford’s new Croft chair range. Available in a variety of timbers and colours, they cost from £150 each.

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Ripple effect

A recent poll* showed that 70 per cent of us have magnolia in our homes, but with so many gorgeous neutrals available, surely it’s time to branch out? Graham & Brown’s new paint collection is full of heritage-inspired shades from the elegant Haygarth (left) and Taylor’s Grey (top) to the soothing Cambridge Cream (right). The paints cost £30 for 2.5 litres.

Curved cabinetry isn’t short on wow factor but fitting it into a small space can be a struggle. Enter Metris’s latest range Ripple Curve – designed to add gorgeous waves into even the most compact room. Ideal for galley or L-shaped layouts, they can be used on a continuous run or mixed with other units. Kitchens from £20,000.

GO WITH THE GRAIN

OUT OF SIGHT

Whether it’s warm oak or modern timber you love, Caple has something for you this season. It’s launching two new ranges: the Glenwood design with painted and natural oak-grain Shaker-style cabinetry, from £8,000, and the pale Fargo Linen (shown). Deliciously neutral with a nod to Scandi style and subtle stainless-steel-effect handles, it costs from £6,300.

Recessed extractors, built into the ceiling above the hob, are perfect for an understated look or smaller kitchens. Pando’s E-250 design disappears almost completely into the ceiling and can be pre-finished so you can paint it in any colour. It costs from £1,799, The Lightworks.

PURE AND SIMPLE A filter tap is fast becoming a kitchen essential and the new selection from Brita combines an easy way to have hot, cold and filtered water on demand with a choice of stunning new styles. Choose from the simple L-shape of Dolce (shown), neat U-shaped Marena, no-fuss Sano and the classic swan-necked Talori. The taps start from £169 and come in chrome.

Continental breakfast

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Perhaps it’s the smoothly rounded lines or the luxe lure of muted metallics, but we just can’t get enough of DeLonghi’s new Scultura four-slice toasters and kettles. Designed with a nod to Italy’s Futurism art movement, the appliances are available exclusively from John Lewis, and cost £99 each.

Something to reflect upon

MU stainless-steel cutlery, £243 for a six-piece setting, Toyo Ito for Alessi

TRADITIONAL Originally created for the Titanic Panel Reed silver-plated cutlery, £298 for a seven-piece setting, Arthur Price

SPRING CLEANING The latest dishwashers use less water than two washingup bowls, so isn’t it time you ditched the gloves? Caple’s freestanding DF630 14-place setting model, from £478, is a great all-rounder – rated A++ for energy, it uses just 11 litres of water on the economy wash.

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One of our favourite appliances of all time, the 1970s Kenwood Chef, has been given a fab facelift. Alongside the KM350 Chef Classic’s good looks, you’ll also find a 4.6-litre bowl, 1.5-litre blender, three attachments and a 800W motor. It costs £285.

SHOWROOM OPENING DEVOL Located in a former water mill,

deVol’s new three-floor showroom is almost worth visiting for the setting alone. The grade II-listed 18th-century Cotes Mill is now home to all of the company’s designs, from its classic English kitchen to the curvy new Air range. Find it on Nottingham Road, Cotes, near Loughborough LE12 5TL. A Classic English kitchen starts from £15,000.

TILE STYLE

Want to add an eclectic look to your walls or floor? Mandarin Stone has launched these patterned Palladio porcelain tiles. Available in blue, grey, black or brown mix, the tiles are sold in sets of a variety of different designs so you can mix and match. Palladio tiles cost from £99.75sq m.

COMPETITION WIN! WIN! WIN! A BRITA water filter dispenser package, worth £684 hether you’re making a cup of tea, enjoying a glass of water or preparing dinner, a BRITA filter dispenser ensures fresh-tasting water. The advanced filter cartridge reduces chlorine and impurities, and eliminates limescale build up. It’s the perfect addition to a kitchen and can be retro-fitted in an existing scheme. Find more details at brita.co.uk.

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Go faux

BRING YOUR OWN BOTTLE

Make sure you’re ready for summer with these retro Sustain Wilko Milk Bottles, £2.50 each, Wilkinsons. Fill with juice or water for easy alfresco dining, picnics and more…

Tactile timber is taking over the kitchen and the new barrel oak-effect door of In-toto’s Alva design is no exception. Made from low-maintenance textured laminate, it offers the beauty of wood with a minimum of fuss. Coloured shelf inserts add a bold hit, while matching worktops and plinths create a chic coordinating look. Kitchen prices start from £10,000.

Future SUPER SMART SINK COOL It might have a simple name, but the Elleci Washer 120 sink is a seriously hi-tech piece of kit. Made from a glass and resin composite, it features a host of impressive innovations, from an ultra-sonic LED tap and integral bin to electronic draining and a device to dispose of used cooking oil. As smart below as it is above, the unit beneath the sink boasts 180 litres of functional space that can be customised to suit. Made to order, it costs from £3,999.

GET FRESH

BACK TO SCHOOL

TOP THAT If you love the look of composite but need a surface that’s more budget-friendly, Nolte’s new textured ceramic-effect surface, S87, could be just the ticket. Made from HPL (high-pressure laminate) for a realistic stone look, the surface costs from £100lin m for a 40mm depth and is only available when you buy a Nolte kitchen.

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Want to boost your DIY skills? B&Q has created 15 You Can Do It centres around the UK and Ireland, which host 20 different workshops. Expert instructors will take you through tasks from tiling to mending a leaky tap, with courses ranging from two to four hours and priced from £10.

Active Oxygen, the latest innovation from Hotpoint, uses tri-oxygen molecules to inhibit and slow bacteria growth in its fridge freezers. The benefit for us? Food can be preserved for longer – up to nine days more, according to Hotpoint. Active Oxygen frost-free fridge freezers are A++ rated and cost from £450 at Currys.

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MARVEL AT MARBLE

Subtly elegant and with a certain crispness that makes it ideal for period properties and traditional kitchens – no wonder marble is still so popular. It’s often seen in polished form, but an aged finish gives a natural, timeless feel. Make sure it’s properly sealed and grouted and it will be low maintenance, too. ■ Crema Beige tumbled marble, Floors of Stone, from £42sq m. Kitchen by deVOL

UPDATE A CLASSIC

Monochrome floors look smart and are practical but can be overwhelming in a large room. Consider this new twist on a chequerboard floor and use it to highlight key areas of your kitchen. Here, it sweeps around a curved cupboard, echoing and emphasising its shape, while being reflected by mirrored plinths.

Stunning ways with FLOORING

■ This polished-stone floor is a bespoke design by Chiselwood. Prices for a kitchen start from £35,000

Don’t overlook what’s underfoot – a well-planned floor can add plenty of wow to your kitchen design

GO FOR GREY

Limestone’s popularity endures thanks to its muted good looks and distinct veining. For added appeal, this midgrey tile has been hand-distressed for an antique-style patina. It’s a porous organic stone, though, so select a hard grade and remember to seal it.

PLAY WITH PATTERN

tiles, from the Flagstones collection by Indigenous, in various sizes, from £70.80sq m

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Using two types of flooring is an easy way to delineate different areas. Here, naturally antibacterial and eco-friendly Marmoleum has been used in the working part of the room, while the original floorboards have been painted black in the dining area. ■ Marmoleum costs from £28sq m. Kitchen by Landmark

PHOTO COLIN POOLE

■ Imperial tumbled-stone floor

■ Pierre de Sauge limestone by Paris Ceramics costs £198sq m

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Large areas are perfect for laying tiles in an interesting format and will help break up a space. Instead of brickwork or diamond configurations, try an opus pattern comprising a variety of sizes and mix different shades of stone to enhance the effect.

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BE BOLD WITH BORDERS

Your can draw attention to different parts of your kitchen design, such as an island or dresser, by using borders, strips or repeated motifs within your flooring. These vinyl tiles include a decorative grout strip that frames the workstation and echoes the colour palette of the room.

■ CK25 Noir Ceramic, from the Da Vinci range by Karndean, costs from £41sq m

ADDING A FEATURE FLOOR ■ Not sure what colour or material to choose for the floor? Think of it as another ‘wall’ when you plan your colour scheme and it’ll instantly be easier to envisage what will work and what won’t.

■ Plan your floor at the beginning of a project – this is when you need to make decisions about underfloor heating and power and water supplies, so it makes sense to choose a material, pattern and colour at the same time.

■ Don’t overlook vinyl and laminate as options. Not only are they often more budget-friendly, the range of patterns and textures gives you more freedom to incorporate interesting looks into your design.

TAP A RICH VEIN

Natural stone is full of unique features, from intricate markings to real fossils. Make the most of these appealing elements by laying large flags in random lengths and subtle shades in a slightly irregular brickwork pattern. A gentle antiquing process of flaming, tumbling and brushing will create an additional aged patina. ■ 20mm Montpellier limestone by Lapicida costs £120sq m

TAKE IT BLACK

Used wisely in a large space, a very dark floor will add edge and help ‘ground’ a scheme. This is made from engineered wood, which is great in the kitchen as it’s resistant to shifting and swelling.

■ Herringbone Black lacquered engineered wood flooring, £84.99sq m, Topps Tiles

COMBINE DIFFERENT STYLES

Give an angular modern kitchen a softer finish with a stone floor that looks as if it’s been there for years. This sandcoloured antiqued stone has been handworked over the face and edge of the slab for a weathered, muted appearance. ■ Cathedral limestone from

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BRING SOME MOROCCAN MAGIC

When it comes to design, the sky’s the limit with mosaic tiles and they can be used to create a variety of patterns and eye-catching details. This marble mosaic injects an exotic flavour to a contemporary kitchen by combining pale stone with a Middle Eastern motif. ■ Classic Marble mosaic

by SICIS costs around £422.03 per 30 x 30cm sheet from Surface Tiles

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REVEAL HIDDEN DEPTHS

Timber brings warmth and character to modern kitchens with knots and rings that tell its history. These wide boards have been sawn from the centre of 150-yearold oak trees to showcase the grain, with cracks knitted together by butterfly joints.

■ These HeartOak planks cost from around £315sq m by Dinesen

TRY A DIFFERENT STRIPE

Fit a floor that demands your attention without being pushy to match neutral units. This multi-toned, short-staved zebrano-patterned laminate has an eye-catching effect in warm shades. ■ Zebrano Glueless laminate flooring costs £45.77 for a pack of eight planks that cover 2.13sq m, Homebase

USE RANDOM WIDTHS

The great thing about stone-lookalike materials, such as vinyl, is that you can play around with sizes without worrying too much about how you’ll go about cutting it. This pale-grey flooring even has a ceramic-style finish.

■ Jura Beige is part of Amtico’s new Signature Collection and costs £70sq m

OUTLINE YOUR DESIGN

Get creative with grout: match it to the shade of the tiles for a continuous effect or pick a contrasting colour to really make it stand out. In this simple scheme, smoky-black slate is surrounded by pale grout. ■ Hand-finished Moleskin

Slate, Artisans of Devizes, priced from £58.80sq m

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Bright cabinets may be too brave a choice for many, so SieMatic’s new interchangeable colour system for the S3 kitchen is a stroke of genius. The grip slot channel, which runs horizontally through the base cabinets and vertically through tall cabinets comes in seven shades – Aqua Blue, Olive Green, Maize Yellow, Poppy Red, Lotus White Matt, Stainless Steel and Graphite Grey. All you have to do when you fancy a change is replace the grip slot channel with a different shade. Brilliant! The S3 kitchen with grip slot concept starts from £18,000.

Get the juices flowing

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Whether you’re on a diet or just want to pack in more fruit and veg, a good juicer is a kitchen essential. Magimix now has three models: the slender Le Duo XL which has two cones for large and small fruit so can extract even more juice; Le Duo Plus XL which comes with a smoothie attachment; and Le Duo XL Salad & Juice which can also slice and grate vegetables, surely earning it a spot on your worktop. It costs from £149.99.

COOL TOUCH Silestone had already won us over with its antibacterial composite worktops. However, its new ultra-matt suede-finish Rivers series is the cherry on top. It gives the surface a wonderful tactile quality, brings out a more intense colour, and is better at preventing stains and fingermarks. Shown here in Yukon, it costs from £400 per sq m.

T IT SEE IT, WAN MAD FOR MOSAICS Take one exuberant designer, add some luscious Italian glass and a splash of retro-floral style and the result must be the latest Bloem mosaic feature wall, designed by Marcel Wanders for Bisazza. Handmade by painstakingly placing 10 x 10mm glass tiles one by one in a pattern, the mosaics come in Marrone, Blue (both shown), and Rosso. Available from Bisazza’s London store, price on application.

A FINE ROMANCE

Modern linear designs look great but sometimes we all crave a softer style to our furniture design. The latest Santa Fe collection from London Comprex aims to do just that, combining slim 19mm oak-veneered doors with practical but pretty shelving, and a timeless colour palette. Shown in Rovere Gesso, a subtle chalky shade, kitchens cost from £20,000 including appliances.

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Slim pickings At first glance, there’s nothing unusual ROOM WITH A VIEW

Window treatments are great for framing a room and adding colour. The new Essence metal Venetian blinds from Blinds-2go.co.uk come in a whopping 60 colours, including Sunflower yellow. From £15.95 for a 40 x 40cm blind.

about this white kitchen. However, Slim, the new range by Elmar, conceals a couple of clever secrets. The first is the Easy Table – a pull-out surface concealed within the peninsula. Then there’s the super-slim worktops – concealed behind a flat-fronted fascia to create a minimal look. Kitchens cost from £20,000 at Laurence Pidgeon.

SEE THE LIGHT

If you love the industrial feel of the exposed lightbulb trend but want a little more luxe with it, look no further than Heathfield & Co’s gorgeous glass pendants. The simple lines of Julipe, shown, are sure to make it the star of any modern kitchen, plus it comes in three sophisticated colours – Amber (shown), Amethyst and Olive. It costs £149.

HOT BUTTON

Boiling-water taps are at the top of many kitchen wishlists and we love the chunky chrome styling of Aquatap by Heatrae Sadia. Available in instant boiling, boiling/chilled and boiling/ ambient. With its large tank, it can dispense up to 30 cups of boiling water in one go. It costs between £1,000 and £2,100 depending on the model.

OPEN For your wish list SEASON

Connect four

The latest spring-inspired wallpapers…

SUNFLOWER, £15

per roll, Next

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ZINNIA in Cassis, £22

per roll, John Lewis

FLORA from the Linnea range, £68 per roll, Sandberg

Looking to invest in a large fridge freezer with all mod-cons? Sub-Zero’s French-door model should fit the bill. Its features help preserve food perfectly and spill-proof shelves minimise mess. The ICBBI 36UFD costs £12,600.

WOODLAND, £48 per

roll, Clarke & Clarke

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INSTANT UPDATES

If you’re looking to upcycle some furniture that’s a little past its best, or just want to learn some new paint techniques, this is the book for you. Colour Recipes for Painted Furniture and More by Annie Sloan (£14.99, Cico Books) features 40 step-by-step projects – from painting floors and walls to furniture and even a vintage chandelier. Whatever project you’re planning in your kitchen, you’ll find plenty of creative inspiration.

MINI TREND

WISE OWLS Add some instant woodland chic to your home – what a hoot! Owl wildlife plate with design by Tom Frost (left), £20 for a set of four including three other designs, Hunkydoryhome. Glass Owl vase, £10, Matalan. Sass & Belle wooden owl coasters, £15, Debenhams

A study in scarlet

Love to make an impact but scared a bold colour choice will quickly date? Why not combine two of the latest doors from Rotpunkt? Its Berry hi-gloss lacquer MDF from the Luxio range is beautifully balanced by Brown Wild Oak matt laminate from the Square collection and it won’t blow the budget either – this kitchen costs around £7,500.

TrendT

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FLAT-SCREEN FABULOUS

TVs can be flush-fitted on the wall, but what about ovens? Gaggenau’s latest collection of ovens, coffee machines, microwaves and warming drawers from the 200 series completely recess into the cabinetry. They also come in three stunning new shades: Anthracite, Metallic or Silver. For old-school Gaggenau fans, the 400 series retains the familiar protrusion, but with a hidden side handle and automatic door opening. Available from a number of independent kitchen retailers, price on application.

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A TOUCH OF GLASS Smooth, sleek worktops are perfect for modern kitchens, so if you love the look of glass but are worried about damaging it, you may want to consider the new 10mm frosted-glass worktops from John Lewis. They are particularly hard-wearing and come in 57 colour options, including Cotton, shown above, so you’re sure to find one to suit your kitchen scheme. They start at £384m for a D600mm worktop.

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We think this glass-and-elm table is an instant classic

Spyder glass-topped dining table, £2,600, Paul Case Furniture

TRADITIONAL

Go for some rough-luxe with this wild-grained oak table Drift dining table, from £2,295 for a 2.2m table, Halo

PALE AND INTERESTING

If you love the white look, why not eschew a black induction hob for a snowy alternative? Amica’s new minimal model is more than just a colour choice – featuring four zones controlled by a slider sensor panel, an anti-burn setting, as well as a child lock, minute minder and pause. It costs £299.

STYLISH STORAGE While it’s rare for us to leave enough cake to warrant somewhere to store it, these Pomegranate & Red Berry tins from Holly Lasseter Designs are worth having the willpower for. Based on her pottery in the same range, the small, medium and large tins come as a set, £32, or individually from £9. There’s also a biscuit barrel, £14, and rectangular tin, £7.

COMPETITION

SHOWROOM OPENING TOM HOWLEY Hot on the heels of its new premises in Brentwood, Essex, comes another place to view the classic kitchen designs of Tom Howley. The Neville Johnson London showroom also displays Tom Howley’s beautiful painted Hartford kitchen, shown above. At 3 Wigmore Street, W1U 1AD.

DID YOU KNOW? We spend 752 hours a year in the kitchen – that’s 5.2 years over a lifetime!*

WIN! WIN! WIN!

ashing up will never be the same again with the sleek Sirex electric kitchen sink. The award-winning model empties at a staggering 60 litres per minute at a push of a button, and has no visible overflow. With a steel heat rest for hot pans, the chic Italian design will make a statement in any kitchen. For details, follow ElleciUK on Twitter or visit elleci.co.uk.

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A hi-tech, composite Elleci Sirex electric kitchen sink worth £899

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REPURPOSE A CUPBOARD

If you’ve no room to extend your kitchen, using an existing space can sometimes prove the easiest way to create a functional walk-in pantry. Simply fit with sturdy shelves, baskets and drawers as necessary, and don’t forget a step-stool to reach the highest places.

KEEP IT SLEEK

Recessing a larder into a wall not only preserves the clean lines of a room, it’s also an incredibly practical use of space. When the doors are closed, this Shakerstyle larder blends into the living area seamlessly, while frosted glass panels echo an adjacent entrance for a cohesive look.

■ Find a local tradesperson to fit out a cupboard with shelves at Ratedpeople.com

■ Harvey Jones kitchens

start from £17,000

BE DRAWN BY DRAWERS

See all your dry goods at a glance with a range of shallow-fronted Blum pull-out drawers, hidden behind a door to maintain the neat look of the cabinetry. Higher sides ensure cans and boxes don’t fall out when the drawers are opened and closed. ■ For similar cabinetry, try Kiffa in Sand by Mobalpa. Kitchens cost from around £9,000. Blum offers a range of internal drawer solutions; contact your local kitchen retailer

Stunning ideas for

LARDERS

A well-organised food store is at the top of many kitchen wish lists. Create an elegant cupboard for your scheme with the help of these stylish solutions

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BOX CLEVER

The ultimate solution for keeping things neat and tidy, a compartmentalised pantry means you can store everyday essentials, such as herbs, spices, pasta and oil, in an accessible and organised fashion. Introduce baskets and a couple of wine racks for extra functionality.

■ An average John Lewis kitchen starts from £10,000, cabinetry only

BRING IT TO THE FORE

Forget scrabbling at the back of cupboards, this pull-out tandem larder moves its contents to the front as you open it. Choose anti-slip shelves to keep jars and packets firmly in place. ■ Available in full or mid height, this

larder has a load capacity of 70kg. It costs from around £750 at Metris

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MAKE IT MULTIFUNCTIONAL

If there’s no room for racks on the inside of the larder, you can put the doors to good use by turning the interior into a chalkboard as seen in this bespoke butler’s pantry. ■ Part of a Chatsworth kitchen in Oak

Heritage Patina. Prentice Furniture designs start from around £20,000

THINK LATERALLY

Doors that open outwards and sideways are practical in a compact space and make accessing the contents a cinch. This larder also features a variety of sliding shelves and spice racks as well as grain hoppers.

■ Lateral Larder from Edwin Loxley, priced from around £10,000

GET IN A SPIN

Carousel units have long been handy in base units but the concept can also work in a larder. This bespoke oak solution has two tall shelving units in the body of the cupboard that rotate through 180 degrees to reveal extra shelving behind.

■ Kitchens from the Newcastle Furniture Company start at £15,000

PERSONALISE YOUR PANTRY

Bespoke furniture means you can choose almost any combination of drawers and shelves. Here, sturdy door racks accommodate bottles and jars, while drawers and baskets provide space for fruit and vegetables or even table linen. ■ Kitchens by Tom Howley cost

from around £35,000

CREATING THE PERFECT LARDER ■ Think about what you plan

CHOOSE STATEMENT CURVES

A dramatic concave larder unit utilises an awkward corner here. Mirrors and lights inside make the interior feel larger, while a central section holds essential ingredients in handy tiered shelving. Below, walnut-fronted bread drawers match the interior of the cupboard. ■ Vermont larder by Underwood. Kitchens cost from £30,000

to store in your larder. Will it for dried and tinned goods or do you intend it to make it a home for cheese, wine and bread, or fruit and veg? By assessing what you’ll store,

you’ll know how many drawers and shelves your larder has to include and in what combination. ■ It may sound like a no-brainer, but do site your larder near to where you prepare food and to your fridge freezer. In a small

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kitchen, this may pose some design challenges but it’s worth getting it in the right place to avoid walking unnecessary distances around the room later. ■ If you’re considering

having underfloor heating make sure it doesn’t run beneath your larder unit, particularly if you are planning to keep perishable foodstuffs such as bread, cheese and vegetables in there.

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GO BEYOND CLASSIC CABINETRY

Traditional tall furniture doesn’t need to contain conventional cabinet space. For all its cornicing and elegant panels, this cupboard conceals a variety of smart storage, from shelving to pullout drawers and a clever slide-out shelf for a small appliance, such as a microwave, with a recessing door.

■ This Chalon Original Freestanding kitchen costs from £30,000

SIDESTEP CONVENTION

Simple and unfussy, wire-work shelves help keep the interior of a larder bright, while side-opening lateral doors prevent natural light from being obscured. This contemporary unit is also finished in white inside and out to bounce light around the room. ■ Magnet’s Lateral Opening Larder costs £662 for the Neve kitchen range

TRY A FREESTANDING UNIT

As the focal point in a freestanding scheme or to supplement existing kitchen storage, a glass-fronted cupboard is ideal. A smart drawer below can swallow clutter in an instant, leaving shelves beautifully organised.

■ Shaker Glazed Upright cupboard with drawer by deVol, from £1,720

SELECT SLIDE-OUT STORAGE ADD A WHOLE IN ONE

Centralise all your food storage and more with a multipurpose piece of furniture. This larder includes room for wine, butler’s trays, cutlery, crockery, bread and books, with painted willow baskets for odds and ends. It’s then all hidden behind hi-gloss doors. ■ The freestanding Mondrian Larder is part

of the Smallbone Kelly Hoppen collection. Kitchen prices start from £30,000

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The pull-out larder has become a mainstay in modern kitchens, enabling the entire contents to be viewed at a glance, with internal racks to keep things in place. It could also be supplemented with a comparable solution in a nearby base unit. ■ Kitchen design by Naomi van Moppes,

built by Sweetmans Interiors. A similar kitchen, cabinetry only, costs £17,000 FOR STOCKISTS, SEE PAGE 127

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NEWS This month’s Design, Technology & Shopping Trends SHOWROOM OPENING BULTHAUP Just three weeks after opening a showroom in Exeter, kitchen specialist bulthaup has opened its 13th premises in the beautiful city of Bath. Set across two floors, its inspiring ranges include its popular b1, b2 and b3 kitchens. Find it on London Road, BA1 6AJ.

Designer looks, high-street prices If you love attention to detail, you may want to invest in the new range of small appliances by Sebastian Conran for John Lewis. Combining elegant designs that are easy to use at an affordable price, these stylish appliances are attractive enough to display proudly on your worktop. From hand mixers to toasters, each appliance mixes traditional form with a modern edge. This kettle costs £69.95.

DID YOU KNOW? A recent survey* found 76 per cent of us find reds and browns the warmest colours – so instead of turning up the thermostat, reach for a paintbrush.

COMPILED BY LAURIE DAVIDSON & RACHEL OGDEN *SOURCE: E.ON ENERGY/ONEPOLL

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VISUAL FEAST

ANT IT W , T I E SE GOING GREEN There’s no way you could accuse Le Creuset’s latest colour option of being shy. Fennel, a bold shade of green, is just right for introducing a fresh look to your kitchen. The range is available exclusively at John Lewis and prices start from £15 for a petite casserole dish.

UPON REFLECTION

Want a shiny modern kitchen but gloss not doing it for you? Then try glass. This Frinton design by Quantum is available in nine standard colours but it can also be made in any RAL colour you desire. Kitchens start from £8,000.

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Use your Loaf

We’re already firm fans of online homeware brand Loaf and are pleased to announce that this year its range is getting even bigger. From next month you can expect to see more than 150 new pieces, from chairs to rugs. One of our favourites is this Zinc kitchen table, made from sustainable mango wood with a metal top and priced from £475. It’s shown here with a Geronimo powder-coated metal chair, £145, and Café au Lait chair in white, £115.

SQUARE

This contemporary tableware owes its appeal to sleek lines.

12-piece porcelain square Moda dinner set, £34, Asda

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ROUND Simple style in classic form helps this Scandi-inspired pattern take centre stage. Nordic dinner plate, £8, Betty Jackson Black at Debenhams

A change of season is a great time for a refresh and a quick lick of paint is one of the easiest ways to spruce up your kitchen. The new Spring Summer range of Claypaint from Earthborn features soft, easy-tolive-with shades. In a toxin and odour-free formulation, they also have a quick drying time and a chalky matt finish. Choose from (from left) Lucy’s Scarf, Humpty Dumpty and Ballet Shoe, all from £29.90 for 2.5 litres.

PAN HANDLING

COUNTRY COOL Add extra charm to your kitchen with the beautiful pieces from ceramicist Hannah Turner. We can’t choose a favourite between the two new collections, Birdlife, which features a quirky owl design, and Hedgerow, a sweet graphic floral. This gorgeous jug is priced at £25.99.

MELLOW SHADES

If you’re trading up to an induction hob, a new set of pans might be in order. Treat yourself to Fagor’s über-robust stainless-steel cookware, which is suitable for the oven and dishwasher. The pans also boast ‘impact technology’ – which means they can withstand the most heavy-handed cook. A nine-piece set costs £289.

PRECIOUS METALS

Satisfy your inner magpie with Roundhouse’s new Silver and Bronze finishes for its Urbo and Metro kitchens. The doors are coated in powdered metal for stunning depth. Kitchens cost from £30,000

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FAKING IT For a less-pricey, easier-tohandle alternative to stone tiles, try the HD Origin collection from British Ceramic Tile. Available in travertine- or marble-effect for walls and floors, they’re hard-wearing and quicker to install than stone. Plus, they require no special maintenance or sealing. Shown here are the Parallel tiles. Prices start at £22sq m.

SHOWROOM OPENING LONDON COMPREX

For your wish list

As if the southeast wasn’t spoilt enough with kitchen showrooms, London Comprex has just opened its third, this time situated just off London’s Wigmore Street. It’s packed with inspiration, from the limited edition Filo, shown, complete with working appliances, to the Segno, Linea and Forma displays. Find it at 68 Welbeck Street, W1G 0AY.

TOPBREWER BY SCANOMAT

Won the lottery and fancy having your very own barista? Then the TopBrewer is an essential buy for you. Not only can it dispense a range of coffees but it also produces hot and chilled water, hot chocolate, cold milk and juices. The only thing on display is a sleek tap as it’s controlled by your iPad or iPhone. Prices start at £5,995.

MINI TREND

Smart

BUY

IN THE NAVY Is your pale kitchen in need of a deep-blue touch? Try a splash of navy... Shown here, from left to right, are: Magimix 5200XL Premium BlenderMix food processor in Night Blue, £369.95, John Lewis; Marine bowl, £20, and jug, £50, Habitat; Frisco oven glove, £16.96, New House Textiles

THE NEW COOL

Introducing the TRIO.BL from Baumatic, a pantry, mini bar and fridge freezer in one. Alongside sleek looks, this American-style appliance features a third drawer that can be temperature controlled for different foods. Not only that, but Baumi-RegenerLite technology means it can store delicate fresh foods for longer. It’s priced £700.

BEST OF LUXE Taking bespoke kitchens to a whole new level, Rock & Bone has just launched its signature collection of furniture, ranging from the Ammonite kitchen island, shown, to a curved Lateral cupboard. As each piece is made to order, they’re not cheap, but for a beautiful buy that’s sure to become an heirloom, look no further. Prices on application.

Find the latest trends and news at housetohome.co.uk/beautifulkitchens

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THINK VERTICALLY

Narrow ventilation slots in cupboard doors not only allow air to circulate, they also serve as a decorative design device, giving the scheme a coastal feel. They’re ideal for larders and any other food storage, particularly fresh fruit and vegetables.

■ Southwold cabinetry by Plain English. Kitchens start from £40,000

GIVE IT AN ADDED EDGE

Dentil cornicing, the use of repeating blocks as an ornament in architecture, is evocative of grand Georgian style. This scheme includes the decorative feature at the top of mantels and wall cabinets to create an elegant, 18th-century feel. ■ Pilaster cabinetry by Smallbone of

SPICE UP STORAGE

Devizes. Kitchens start from £37,000

Open shelving is turned into an eye-catching feature with the addition of beautiful relief lettering. Display vintage bottles and crockery to enhance the furniture’s charm.

How to use CARVED ACCENTS If you’re looking to add a unique twist to your kitchen design, the devil’s in the detail – choose delicately sculpted cornicing or inscribed words and phrases to make an instant impact

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FEATURE RACHEL OGDEN PHOTOGRAPHY BRENT DARBY/COUNTRY HOMES & INTERIORS/IPC SYNDICATION, JUSTIN PAUL, COLIN POOLE

■ Try antique shops or reclamation yards for a similar shelving unit. Find your nearest reclamation yard at Salvo or via suppliers such as Masco Architectural Salvage

FOR THE LITTLE THINGS

Turn space beneath an island into useful storage with miniature drawers. These pippy oak pull-outs have chunky black walnut knobs and the names of their contents carved into the beautifully grained wood.

■ Kitchens from Matthew Marsden Furniture cost from £12,000

MAKE IT TOP NOTCH

Handleless furniture keeps a kitchen sleek and unfussy. Instead of hidden fingerpulls at the tops of drawers and cupboards, opt for keyhole-shaped notches to enhance a scheme. Not only are they attractive but they make these oak spice drawers easy to access.

■ Hand-painted cabinetry by Podesta.

From £30,000 for a kitchen

MIX DIFFERENT STYLES

A painted kitchen can be a blank canvas on which to add clever bespoke details, such as an overmantel with corbels or a sectioned oak chopping block with wording to prevent cross contamination of foods.

■ The starting price for this Evitavonni kitchen is £120,000

PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL GRAHAM

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ADD MAGIC WITH MARQUETRY

CREATING CARVED DETAILS ■ Wherever there’s wood, you can introduce an element of carving – simple cornicing and pilasters look stunning with a little bit of detail on them, giving your kitchen the wow factor. ■ If you’re feeling braver, pick a decorative motif to feature around the room – it could be as simple as a small symbol, a floral detail or even a series of notches. ■ Carved words are an easy way of labelling

drawers or cupboards and the possibilities are almost endless. Choose from factual storage (bread, tea, coffee, spices), names (Jack’s toys, Amelia’s sweets, etc) or something more general – odds and ends, for instance. ■ Names or personal details allow you to put your stamp on the kitchen – but you may want to exercise caution if you plan to sell your house in the next few years.

Mix and match materials to allow elegantly carved details to stand out. Here, cream-painted cabinetry and natural toned flooring offset rich timber cornicing and decorative inlaid veneers. ■ Bespoke oak with burr-oak inlays teamed with hand-painted furniture from the Edwardian collection by Clive Christian, all price on request

REFINE A RECYCLING HUB

Splitting household waste in a kitchen doesn’t have to be a chore. Eschew plastic bins for more capacious solid-oak drawers with hand-carved lettering that will fit in perfectly with a bespoke classic scheme.

■ Cabinetry from Bryan Turner Kitchen Furniture starts at around £30,000

SPELL IT OUT

Make a carved inscription stand out by using a contrasting material behind the words, as shown on this neat bar area. The painted maple wood shines through the walnut, stencil-like motto.

DESIGN BEYOND THE CURVE

Carved shapes are ideal for creating impact but they can also be used to introduce subtle elegance anywhere in a design. This sloped breakfast-table support offsets the creampainted furniture and adds a shot of style to the island.

■ Bespoke kitchens from Mark David start at £25,000

■ Edwin Loxley kitchens cost from £20,000, furniture only

✺ Find everything you need to know about designing a new kitchen at housetohome.co.uk/beautifulkitchens ✺

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EMBRACE WAVES

Flowing shapes don’t have to result in curved cabinetry. Instead, incorporate them as striking patterns. This maple kitchen boasts layered ripple-fronted plinths, as well as curved handles that echo the ‘River Table’ at the end of a peninsula.

■ Metro kitchen by Mark Wilkinson Furniture. Cabinetry starts at £35,000

FLORALS LOOK FANTASTIC

Pillars don’t have to be plain, so bring them to life with subtle carving and motifs. This bespoke American Black walnut furniture features a delicate stem-and-petal device on the columns.

■ For similar cabinetry, try Finewood Interiors. A small kitchen starts at £12,000

INCLUDE EVERYONE

Don’t overlook the family pet when it comes to designing your kitchen. This dog-feeding station features a hand-carved name to add a highly personal touch to a bespoke island unit.

TRY PERIOD STYLE

If you love traditional looks, introduce Victorian influences throughout your design, such as turned pilasters, detailed cornicing and flowing corbels.

■ Charles Yorke kitchens start at £20,000

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PHOTOGRAPHY TREVOR RICHARDS

■ Cotteswood kitchens start from £20,000

USE TEXTURAL TIMBERS

Contemporary kitchens can easily carry off some carved touches, but keep it tasteful by choosing a mixture of woods to emphasise the design. This bespoke scheme features cabinetry in maple, masur birch, walnut and Tabo veneer, accentuated by soft curves and intricate details. ■ Chiselwood bespoke kitchens start at £35,000

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Real inspiration Painted tulipwood

CLASSIC ROCKS

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Mottled granite, stone flooring and painted cabinetry give Denise and Barry Wilson’s open-plan space a timeless look FEATURE RACHEL OGDEN • PHOTOGRAPHY CLIVE DOYLE

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£20,000

for a similar Chiselwood kitchen, cabinetry only

CABINETRY

LARDER

Dry goods are kept in this unit, which has a walnut interior and a doormounted rack for condiments

THE RIGHT DESIGNER

BREAKFAST BAR

A walnut-topped table slots neatly into one end of the island to provide a place for casual dining and is paired with comfortable chairs by Lloyd Loom

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However, it was only when a local shop owner recommended Chiselwood that Denise and Barry paid the company a visit and they decided that they’d found the perfect people for them. ‘We knew straight away it was where we wanted to buy our kitchen,’ says Denise. ‘Designer Martin Holliday was so helpful and patient. He showed us Chiselwood’s workshop and we were impressed with the quality of the craftsmanship. I think we’d looked for so long that although I thought I knew what I wanted, I was frightened to make the wrong choice. Martin’s patience was invaluable.’ After seeing a feature in Beautiful Kitchens showing three different takes on a classic look, Denise realised that it was exactly what she

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Real inspiration Painted tulipwood

OUR KITCHEN SECRETS was trying to achieve. ‘One of the kitchens had a timeless feel, which was ideal because it meant it would fit in with the age of the house – something neither too traditional nor modern,’ she recalls. ‘I was thinking of having an island in walnut and the rest of the units painted, but we decided it would have looked too fussy. However, I still wanted to feature some wood to bring in a bit of softness and warmth, so we asked Martin to design a leaf-shaped walnut top on the breakfast table.’

UTENSIL DRAWER

Cutlery is kept in neat compartments with dovetailed joints on the island. The pull out extends fully for ease of access and has a soft-close mechanism

COOKING ZONE

BRIGHT IDEA

3.6 m

The Falcon range combines a traditional look with a modern induction hob

4.8 m

CORNER STORAGE

MATCHING DETAIL

Slots for walnut trays fill a space at the end of a run of units and have the same handles as the cabinetry

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A slide-out unit ensures small appliances and occasional crockery are easy to get to

‘We LOVE the WALNUT top of the breakfast table. It’s very TACTILE and ADDS warmth’

DO everything you can to increase the light in your space. Our orangery means that even on a day that’s not so nice, you still feel as if you’re outside in the garden. DON’T start on building work before you have the kitchen planned. Roof beams stopped us from ducting our extractor outside. If we’d known where our cooker was going at the start we could have had it restructured.

SHOP THE LOOK CABINETRY ■ Bespoke hand-painted tulipwood

DO analyse what it is you want and decide on your style before you settle on a kitchen company.

As maximising the light in the kitchen was a key issue, choosing what worktops to have in the rest of the room was tricky. ‘I’d been considering a composite worktop but it was quite expensive,’ says Denise ‘Then I saw a another feature, again in Beautiful Kitchens, that showed a painted kitchen with light granite worktops. So I took a copy of the issue with me to one or two stone merchants and then came across the granite we then opted for. It’s fabulous because its colour and pattern pulled the whole design together.’ Pale flooring that continues from the kitchen into the open-plan seating area of the orangery also helps to keep the room light, but it was a final inspired touch from Martin that turned it into the bright space the Wilsons love. As the kitchen was situated at the rear of the room, in the original part of the property, it meant that Denise would have her back to the orangery when she was cooking. To resolve this, Martin added mirrors above the granite splashback and upstands, which increased both the light in the room further and Denise’s enjoyment of the countryside views. ‘That was such a fantastic idea because when I’m standing at the cooker I can see right back into the garden,’ she adds. ‘There are horses in the field beyond us and I can watch them running about – it’s almost as if I was looking through a window.’

furniture by Chiselwood. A similar kitchen, cabinetry only, costs £20,400 WORKSURFACES AND SPLASHBACK ■ Juperano Pearl granite. Total cost £4,800 ■ Walnut-topped table. Total cost £1,140 ■ Mirrors. Total cost £200 FLOORING ■ Ramon Beige limestone. Price per sq m, around £80.80

EXTENSION

By replacing the worn-out conservatory with a light-filled orangery, the Wilsons have created a welcoming space to relax and unwind. A pair of sofas and a footstool from Laura Ashley bring a subtle shade of blue to the scheme

SINK AND TAPS ■ Undermounted single-bowl sink in stainless steel, Falcon £192 ■ Gosford monobloc mixer tap in chrome, Abode £123 ■ Design boiling-water tap in chrome, Quooker £870 FINISHING TOUCHES ■ Orangery and skylight, Abbey Garden Rooms POA ■ 2 x Naturals Sereno dining chairs by Lloyd Loom, each £245 ■ Gloucester large two-seater sofa in Dalton Duck Egg, Laura Ashley £1,190 ■ Gloucester two-seater sofa in Keynes Natural, Laura Ashley £910 ■ Kensall footstool in Dalton Duck Egg, Laura Ashley £450 ■ 2 x Nebula chandeliers, John Lewis, each £490 ■ White crockery, for similar, try

THE WOW FACTOR Where once cooking in the kitchen was a job to be performed as quickly as possible before moving into the dining room, now Denise and Barry find that they spend nearly all their time in the new space. ‘It’s very warm in here when it’s cold outside but on a bright sunny day it’s a cool and comfortable place to be in,’ explains Denise. ‘Now we tend to use it as a day-to-day living room. Our family and friends couldn’t quite believe how much it had changed – in fact, they were speechless. I don’t think they were prepared for the impact that it has when you first see it. Our previous kitchen let the house down, whereas now, it’s the star of the show.’

APPLIANCES ■ Deluxe 110cm range cooker in black, Falcon £3,700 ■ 110cm Super Extract chimney extractor hood in black, Falcon £1,245 ■ Built-in coffee machine, Miele £1,880 ■ Fully integrated fridge, Miele £1,109 ■ Fully integrated freezer, Miele £885 ■ Fully integrated dishwasher, Miele £1,145 ■ Freestanding washing machine, Miele £900 ■ Freestanding tumble dryer, Miele £494

LAUNDRY APPLIANCES

At the far end of the kitchen, tall cabinetry painted in French Grey by Little Greene cleverly hides a utility area

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Anmut, Villeroy & Boch. Price for a breakfast cup, from £18.95 ■ Arborio oil eggshell, Chiselwood. Price per 2.5 litres £45 ■ French Grey eggshell, Little Greene. Price per 2.5 litres £41 ■ Skimming Stone emulsion, Farrow & Ball. Price per 2.5 litres £32.50 ■ Strong White emulsion, Farrow & Ball. Price per 2.5 litres £32.50 FOR STOCKISTS, SEE PAGE 134

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GO CLASSIC

Dresser-style storage adjoining the kitchen creates a neat place to stow recipe books away from the grease and steam of cooking. Mix it up with a host of pretty accessories and photos on other shelves to keep the aesthetic light and fresh. ■ Hand Painted kitchen by Smallbone of Devizes, from £35,000

DESIGN A PRACTICAL PULL-OUT

Sectioned compartments in a deep drawer make a neat slide-out home for recipe books or magazines. Incorporate into an island below the prep area so they’re at hand when you’re cooking, or situate beside a breakfast bar so they can be leafed through at leisure. ■ Argento range from Underwood

Furniture. Kitchens cost from £30,000

CREATE A HOME OFFICE

Even in a tight galley layout you may be able to squeeze a desk in for perusing recipes and planning meals. Install shelves to store your books and a laptop to research meals online.

■ Prices for Chiselwood’s bespoke kitchens start from £35,000

USE SPARE SPACE

Creative

COOKBOOK STORAGE Display your favourite recipe books to add colour and style to your kitchen. We’ve found some smart ideas to inspire you 66

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Tuck recipe-book storage into the space below a breakfast bar for a discreet solution that’s easily accessible. Finish shelves in simple shades to avoid competing visually with other areas of the kitchen.

■ Sweet Gum Tree gloss-veneer units with White and Cream lacquer furniture by Warendorf at Abingdon Furniture Gallery. Kitchens start from £25,000

TURN SEATS INTO STORES

When storage is tight, look for any spare space available – books don’t need to be housed on shelves. This bespoke integral bench has lift-up under-seat storage. Keep rows of cookery books spine up so they can be identified at a glance. ■ Bespoke Cat’s Paw Oak seating by

Edwin Loxley. Kitchen commissions start from £20,000, furniture only

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CHOOSE INSTANT ACCESS

Storing your cookery books needn’t be an elaborate affair. A pair of simple shelves as part of a freestanding island will still add a country-style feel to a pretty painted kitchen, while keeping them open from all sides means you can view your books in an instant. Use one level for books and another for an elegant collection of vases to add extra charm. ■ A kitchen similar to this would cost from £4,000 at Abbey Kitchens

DISPLAYING RECIPE BOOKS Leslie Geddes-Brown, author of A Book For Cooks: 101 Classic Cookbooks (£30, Merrell): ■ It’s a good idea to protect books from the steam and grease of cooking. You could put them in a cupboard with glazed doors so that you can still see them, and intersperse with decorative items for an attractive display. ■ Displaying cookbooks is very personal but I treat mine as supermarkets treat their stock, with my most-used books at eye-level.

■ Think about arranging books by author or by types of cuisine, and try to remember to put them back where they came from so that you can find them easily next time. ■ In more relaxed, country-style kitchens, don’t stick to cookbooks alone; place novels or biographies beside a chair for those moments when you’re waiting for the potatoes to boil.

MAKE A FOCAL POINT

Islands can have many functions – prep work, cook zone, informal dining and even recipe-book storage. Here, books have been housed in the main part of the unit, giving it an elevated look next to the seating area and highlighting it as a feature of the design.

■ Astral Crème from Magnet costs around £10,000 for an average layout

SHOWCASE YOUR FAVOURITES

TRANSFORM A PENINSULA

Treat your best-loved books to their own stand so you can both display them and keep them on the right page and mess-free when you’re cooking.

Utilise one side of an island or peninsula for low-level recipe-book storage. Different shelf heights will add interest to the design, while the storage below can be given over to accessories to balance the area and add extra visual interest.

■ Pantry from Second Nature’s Broadoak Natural range. A similar pantry costs from £2,000

CREATE A COOKERY HUB

Recipe books are often stored on wall shelves, but in a busy kitchen, keep them close at hand with a ledge below the worktop. There’s no need to stick to just books either – make some space for CDs and ceramics for a homely setting.

■ Part of the Valencia design by Charles Yorke. Kitchen furniture starts from £20,000

■ The Cook’s Kitchen by Mark Wilkinson Furniture starts from £35,000

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TRY A BESPOKE SOLUTION

Off-the-peg cabinetry doesn’t mean you can’t make your room as functional as possible. These simple bookshelves, made from the same wood as the worktop, have been built to fit snugly into leftover space.

■ Units by Howdens, trade only, ask your builder for prices, painted in Perfectly Taupe Tailor Made Colour by Dulux at Homebase, from £11.19 for 500ml

WORK YOUR WORKTOP SPACE

When surface room is limited and standard swing-out doors aren’t an option, a roller tambour design will hide your books away when they’re not in use and open up in a flash when needed. It’s also ideal for concealing any worktop clutter. ■ For a similar tambour door, try Häfele,

£169 for a H720 x W500mm cabinet

INCORPORATE A RAIL

Show off your books on the end of an island by slipping them into a dedicated recess supported by a rail at the top. Also great for magazines, a lip at the bottom of the shelf will keep them from falling down and ensure they’re easy to retrieve.

■ Handmade Newport kitchen from Sola Kitchens. Prices start from £25,000

BE NARROW MINDED

If you don’t have the wall space for open shelving, your cookbooks will be equally at home slotted in at the end of a run of tall units. This slim set of chunky shelves is made from white gloss, echoing the cabinetry.

■ White gloss laminate units by Neil Lerner Solutions. Kitchens start at £13,000

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Shopping Christmas gifts

This pretty parcel

containing a Rose Prince Christmas pudding, £24.95, Harrods, has our mouths watering

Budding Heston Blumenthals can

experiment to their heart’s content with the R-Evolution Cuisine Kit, £44.99, Lakeland

Indulge a sweet tooth with this classic Nutcracker tin of iced biscuits, including a hand-made ballerina, mouse king and tin soldiers. £30 plus p&p, Biscuiteers

A little truffle

goes a long way in this Carluccio’s gift box, £22.95, with its truffle butter, truffle honey, truffle salt and black summer truffle selection

Great gifts for

FOODIES From luxury delicacies to savoury snacks, these ideas are full of festive flavour

Complete with couscous, the festive design

of this tagine, £18, Debenhams, will spice up your table

With 140 recipes to

try out, Tom Parker Bowles has collated a host of family favourites mixed with more exotic offerings. It costs £25, Pavilion

Spell out which cheese you prefer with this set of three engraved, stainless-steel cheese knives, £29.95, The Handpicked Collection

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Served up in a pretty hat box, this

festive fare from Bettys includes Seville orange marmalade, Christmas cake and pudding, £75

Spoil a friend with

mince pie -flavoured popcorn, presented in a smart gift jar. It costs £24.99 from Joe & Seph’s

Tickle your fancy with Jme’s A Little Bit on

the Side – £10 for 3 x 120g jars of hot yellow pepper jelly, red onion pickle and fig jam, John Lewis

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