Tag: kitchen
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Maximising light when adding a kitchen extension
The importance of maximising light when adding a kitchen extension is often overlooked, yet this is something that marks the difference between an addition that adds both space and value to a house and one that comes at the expense of existing spaces. Building an extension should not only be about adding physical capacity to…
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Scandi-70s Kitchen Reno: Brooklyn Light & Style
From a shadowed corner to a beacon of light, Melissa’s Brooklyn kitchen is a masterclass in transformative design. Walls fell, and with them, the constraints of convention. What emerged was a space where matte concrete and gleaming steel harmonize, where Ikea ingenuity meets bespoke craftsmanship, and where the spirit of mid-century modern is reimagined for…
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Long Island City Kitchen Reno: Ikea Cabinets, Custom Results
In the heart of Long Island City, where soaring ceilings meet the relentless hum of New York ambition, Roxana and Gabriel dared to defy the mundane. Their canvas: a loft kitchen yearning for a minimalist rebirth. Forget off-the-shelf; this was a symphony of custom cuts and audacious modifications, a testament to the power of “Ikea…
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Should kitchen cabinets go to the ceiling?
Deciding whether kitchen cabinets should go to the ceiling can be a crucial design element when planning a new kitchen. It can be a personal thing too, with some choosing to do so to achieve a tidy look for their cooking space while others might go without because it creates a larger feel to the…
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Should you have a hob on a kitchen island?
If you’re in the process of designing a kitchen island, you might be considering whether to add a sink or a hob to this sought after feature. But there’s more to this decision than pure aesthetics. From clever positioning to common pitfalls, a hob on a kitchen island can transform the way you cook –…
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Replacing a kitchen tap is a DIY skill you need to know. Here an expert tells you how
There’s nothing more annoying than a dripping tap, limescale stained chrome or just a plain ugly one that doesn’t match your kitchen design aesthetic. Replacing a kitchen tap is the simple solution and there’s hundreds to choose from to make sure that you get what you want. Whether you’re simply replacing a single tap or…
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Replacing a kitchen sink: A how-to guide
If your old kitchen sink is looking tired and worn, or you want to add a new contemporary aesthetic to your kitchen, replacing a kitchen sink is the obvious way to make it happen. You can go from old to new in no time at all with the help of this guide. When updating or…
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How to get your kitchen extension ventilation right
If you’re considering building a kitchen extension, you may be wondering if your kitchen extension ventilation needs a different approach to the measures you’d take for a standard kitchen. Perhaps you’re asking if you need different types of ventilation or can you use similar products? Or, if you’re taking an open-plan approach to your kitchen…
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5 kitchen layout mistakes and how to avoid them
Deciding on the best type of kitchen layout for your new cooking space involves a serious amount of consideration. Make fundamental kitchen layout mistakes and you could end up with a cramped space that makes cooking feel a complete and utter chore rather than an enjoyable experience. Get it right and will make the weeks…
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Designing a kitchen for an upside down house layout
If renovating a house has bought to light the opportunity to change the layout – switching the kitchen and reception rooms that are traditionally downstairs to an upstairs location – you may find yourself facing the task of designing a kitchen for an upside down house layout. However, unlike renovating a kitchen, moving a kitchen…