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Kitchen building could be streamlined under new plans(Post)
Certain kitchen building projects and related planning problems could become easier following a government decision to scrap house building proposals.Housing minister Grant Shapps announced this week ...
Instant hot water heaters can be easily fitted to kitchen sinks(Post)Homeowners looking to install instant hot water heater to their kitchen sinks have been given some advice by an expert.Ed Del Grande, author and renovator, explained that the heaters can be easily fi ...
The importance of the kitchen triangle(Post)Kitchen design experts refer to the sink, oven and fridge as the kitchen work triangle and recommend that this area is never obstructed. Of the three vital kitchen components, your sink and taps will ...
Cut down on household waste with a waste disposal unit(Post)A recent unofficial strike by refuse collectors in Brighton and ongoing difficulties caused by fortnightly refuse collection highlight the need for efficient and convenient disposal of kitchen waste ...
Jamie gets eco-kitchen(Post)A fully-equipped eco-kitchen has been built in Rotherham for a new television show being filmed by celebrity chef Jamie Oliver.Atrium Design planned and built the kitchen, which is at the heart of Ol ...
Kitchen designer gives trend predictions(Post)Kitchen and bathroom designer Ann Porter has given her predictions for colour trends for 2009 on KitchAnn Style.The first fashion likely to be seen in sinks and taps next year is raw, according to Ms ...
Kitchens first room home buyers look at(Post)People thinking of putting their house up for sale or even those who want to maintain a fashionable home for themselves have been urged to focus on the kitchen first.Potential home buyers are likely ...
Good kitchen design can add value to your home(Post)Your kitchen holds some of the keys to adding value to your home, an industry commentator has said.In a recent article, Adrian Sainz said that nicer and more expensive countertops [work surfaces], ma ...
Credit crunch sees consumers swap the coffee house for the kitchen(Post)The world financial crisis is resulting in consumers choosing to brew up cups of coffee in their kitchens rather than purchase them in restaurants or coffee houses, it has been suggested.Research fro ...
First Lady to return to cooking after 14 years(Post)The wife of the most powerful man in the world hasnt cooked in over a decade and says it will be interesting to see what its like to get back into the kitchen.In an interview with Fox News, First Lad ...
Going green in the kitchen is easier than Brits think(Post)Designing a kitchen to be green is not a job for just the wealthy and tree huggers, it has been suggested.Writing for the Guardian, Dick Strawbridge, BBC TV presenter and green home expert, said many ...
Kitchen design should be personalised(Post)Generic kitchens are being thrown out in favour of unique personalised kitchens, one expert has suggested.Kitchen designer Mick De Giulio said that people are increasingly pursuing rooms that reflect ...
Kitchens to go retro(Post)A new kitchen trend has begun to influence interior design, it has been suggested. According to Emma Love, writing for the Daily Mail, an increasing number of people are reverting to a traditional st ...
What Colours are Hot in the Kitchen Right Now(Post)What is the best way forward when choosing a colour scheme for your new kitchen? In recent years, a neutral palette seems to have been favoured among those in the kitchen design world, and it is a tr ...
Kitchen sinks can provide a traditional look(Post)Small kitchen changes can add an authentic, aged feel to a modern looking room, an interior designer has said.Mark Wilkinson told the National that where a kitchen design is largely contemporary, app ...
Fridges must support the kitchen as the hub of the home(Post)A growing number of technologically advanced refrigerators are being developed to support the kitchens status as the heart of the home, it has been observed.An article on EyeOfDubai.com notes that wh ...
Homeowners more likely to stay put and improve kitchens(Post)The weak housing market has encouraged many homeowners to spend more on improving their property, Elstead Lighting has said.Jonathan Lucas, managing director at the company, observed that there has b ...
Kitchen owners require more education on energy efficiency(Post)Increasing the publics knowledge and interest in improving the energy rating of their property is key to transforming the nations housing stock, the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has said.Speak ...
Kitchen cleaning to become more efficient under new law(Post)Home and kitchen washing appliances are to be brought under the EUs Ecodesign directive which aims to cut down on energy and water usage.Both washing machines and dishwashers will come under the dire ...
Homeowners reminded of safety in the kitchen(Post)Homeowners have been reminded about the dangers faced in their kitchens and given advice on how to ensure the room is as safe as possible.According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) ...
Could more newlyweds receive help with kitchen improvements(Post)An innovative new tool has been launched, which allows people to fund DIY work for newlyweds via the internet. In this new service from BQ, couples can create a customised page online, where friends ...
How best to boost your homes value with a kitchen renovation(Post)Home renovations are currently on the increase as home owners attempt to increase the value of their properties during the economic slump. If you are considering a kitchen remodel because you want to ...
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 ...