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Copper adds character to kitchen(Post)
Experts on kitchen design in the US have highlighted how copper is reappearing in kitchens across the globe. The metal, which in days gone by was often used to make pots and pans, is now staging a co ...
Galley kitchens can be opened up by downlights(Post)Lighting schemes are key to ensuring that spick and span stainless steel kitchen sinks and taps are as eye-catching as possible, according to a lighting specialist.Exhibiting at last years House and ...
Kitchen decor influenced by celebrity style(Post)Homeowners planning a new look for their kitchens may borrow ideas from the glamour of celebrities, Ideal Home Magazine has said.Isobel McKenzie-Price, editorial director of the magazine, said Celebr ...
Design students accessories to go on sale(Post)A Portsmouth University student is to see three of his kitchen accessories go on sale this year, the Echo newspaper has reported.Adam Clark, who has recently graduated, spent two years at houseware c ...
Design students accessories to go on sale(Post)A Portsmouth University student is to see three of his kitchen accessories go on sale this year, the Echo newspaper has reported.Adam Clark, who has recently graduated, spent two years at houseware c ...
Homes reflection of ourselves(Post)Homeowners and renters alike are more keen to stamp their own style on their homes, according to an architectural expert.Nina Longstaff of Architect Your Home said many people are demanding good desi ...
Awards praise kitchen design(Post)The winners of this years Electrolux kitchen design contest have been announced.Held in collaboration with Interior Design magazine, the annual competition recognises designers attempts to create mod ...
Expert reveals credit crunch beauty solutions from the kitchen(Post)As the financial downturn sees consumers tighten their belts, a leading fashion expert has said that a number of money-saving beauty solutions can be found in the kitchen.Beauty director for Redbook ...
People surprised by DIY achievements in kitchens(Post)Many people are surprised by what they can achieve in the kitchen when given the right instructions.This extends to DIY projects, according to kitchen design guru Wayne Watts.He explained that there ...
Franke kitchen sink maximises space(Post)A new Franke kitchen sink has been developed to maximise the space in a kitchen.The spacious kitchen sink fits into a smaller base unit measuring just 500 mm-wide.Franke claimed that its new kitchen ...
Filling up the kitchen sink could help save the environment(Post)Filling the kitchen sink with water when cleaning the dishes may help reduce the carbon footprint in a property, new research has suggested. Doing pots and pans in a bowl rather than running them und ...
Rich wood finishes are favourable kitchen upgrade(Post)Wood is the new look in kitchen upgrades as many people prefer the warm atmosphere it projects, it has been suggested. While some individuals may be put off by the high cost of materials such as cher ...
Homeowners should hire professionals for kitchen upgrades(Post)Those looking to make changes to their kitchen should make sure they hire a professional to do the job. That is the advice of Claudia Dabdoub, writing for Freedom Communications, who stated that upda ...
Kitchen sink swap an affordable change(Post)People looking to stay in their properties during the economic climate could still update their homes by getting a kitchen sink, it has been suggested. Interior designer George Bond noted that while ...
Kitchen industry should prepare for green changes(Post)Firms operating in the kitchen design industry need to be prepared for an increase in consumer preference towards sustainable modifications. That is the opinion of Eliot Sefrin, writing for Kitchen ...
Freestyle kitchens better than fitted look(Post)Moving away from a fitted look could be a good way of inspiring a boring kitchen, it has been claimed. People are beginning to spend more time in their food preparation areas and so creating an origi ...
Collectibles add kitchen warmth(Post)A homeowner has created a comfortable and inviting kitchen by decorating the room with unique collections.Willa Boze showed the Baltimore Sun around her country home for the newspapers Dream Home fea ...
Open-plan kitchen is unified by soft colours(Post)A couple gave their open-plan kitchen an elegant, flowing feel by using soft colours and classic materials.Jennifer and Tap Parker showed thenewsstar.com around their kitchen which incorporates a cas ...
Homeowners use mobile kitchen island for entertaining(Post)A couple purchased a large island unit on wheels to make their kitchen more suitable for entertaining guests.Mel and Janet Ruzicka told the Baltimore Sun that they bought the unit to give them greate ...
Well-designed kitchens make cooking easier(Post)By Sarah BrownHaving a well-designed and equipped kitchen can help make it much easier and efficient to prepare nutritional meals, it has been claimed.According to a report from Newsok.com, items suc ...
Kitchen renovation inspires complete home makeover(Post)A kitchen renovation inspired a couple to makeover their entire home.Ruth Harvey and Barry Murphy told StarTribune.com that the inspiration came when an architect advised them to remove a wall dividi ...
Good design should encompass everything in the kitchen(Post)Creative yet functional design should encompass everything in the kitchen, including kitchen sinks and taps, it has been claimed.According to designers Charlotte and Peter Fiell, design is profound, ...
Kitchen designs should consider long-term safety(Post)Homeowners should consider the limitations of old age when planning kitchen renovations, it has been suggested.According to the Bellingham Herald, there are a number of simple adjustments that can be ...
Versatile kitchen gadget makes chopping easier(Post)A new kitchen gadget has been developed which allows the user to chop, cut and grate vegetables in extra-quick time.Slap Chop, which can be viewed at Slapchop.com, is a dome-shaped appliance which ca ...
Architects may witness rise in demand for green kitchens(Post)Kitchen designers and architects may witness a rise in the demand for green kitchens as research shows that more homeowners want a kitchen with in-built energy efficiency.According to Ikea, not only ...
Kitchen owners urged to keep making use of garden(Post)The autumn and winter months are a great time to enjoy the garden, despite the drop in temperatures, it has been argued.Kate Hodge, product manager for woodcare at Ronseal, claimed that even if it ge ...
Kitchens unlikely to meet efficiency targets(Post)Kitchen renovators have been warned that unless various measures are introduced, the governments target of making all new homes zero carbon from 2016 is unlikely to be fulfilled.Duncan Melville, part ...
Many kitchen DIY jobs are easy(Post)Many kitchen DIY jobs are very easy to carry out, provided they are approached with confidence and a basic knowledge, Homebuilding Renovating magazine has suggested.Jason Orme, editor at the publica ...
Mood lighting can give kitchens the wow factor(Post)Homeowners looking to give their kitchen some unique pizzazz without breaking the bank might find mood lighting is what they are looking for.That is according to Eva Hammerson, head of design at Kand ...
Now is a good time for kitchen renovations, says expert(Post)Now is a good time for people to improve their homes through kitchen renovations and other jobs, an expert has said.Joe McLoughlin, director of OurProperty.co.uk, noted that banks are currently being ...