Increasingly in our culture, the kitchen has become the hub of the home. We have knocked down walls and created kitchens come dining rooms to help us feel like our family space is also our food preparation space (or vice versa!). The result of this has been a proliferation of places to eat in the kitchen. This might mean a...

Having integrated appliances is probably one of the best ways you can transform your kitchen from a mish mash of units and cupboards into a streamlined and clean looking space. There is nothing quite like walking into a kitchen where the appliances have been hidden from sight. It looks neat and orderly – just like a kitchen should be. If...

A new report published by the AA claims that 9% of UK home owners have put off carrying out essential home repairs and maintenance work in a bid to save money as the credit crunch continues to bite. The same survey estimated a £1.2 billion repair bill had accumulated in the nation’s homes, highlighting the importance of keeping on top...

With spring fast approaching, many of us are starting to think about the dreaded spring clean. All that accumulated dirt and dust which gathers in the dreary winter months suddenly starts to show, once a little sunlight is cast on it. In the kitchen the problem can be even worse. Not only is the kitchen the room where we spend...

Once you have made the decision to make changes to your kitchen you might be wondering exactly where to start on your project. What sort of questions should you be asking yourself? How do you choose the right colours and make sure everything matches? What makes the most practical options in a busy kitchen? With all of these questions running...