WALLS Similar giltwood mirror, ‘Regency Convex’, £3,281, from English Georgian. FURNITURE ‘Tulip’ cast aluminium and laminate table, by Eero Saarinen, £1,584; ‘Mesh’ steel side chairs, by Harry Bertoia, £770 each; all from Knoll. ‘La Châtelaine’ cast-iron stove , by Godin, …
The clean lines and a fuss-free finish are still there but with texture, surface finish and soft color that bring character and are easy to live with. For larger kitchens or open-plan designs an L-shaped layout can serve as a …
Unexpected materials, such as timber, can be incredibly practical if properly sealed. Here, the backsplash material has been used to line the open shelving above, creating a warm, cohesive look that’s perfect for making a sleek, contemporary design feel more …
Handles are the accessories of the kitchen world, however, buying a new set of hardware while cheaper than buying an entire new kitchen can still end up costing upwards of £20 depending on the style you choose. Compared to other …
In modern kitchen design, rounded shapes exude luxury and sophistication. A beautiful design element, these softer forms are more ergonomic and feel more natural to use. Aesthetically too, every view is taken care of, rather than creating abrupt stops. The …
This jaunty kitchen decorating idea comes from Joanna Wood in a Cotswold house she worked on. Antique leaf plates are displayed on the tall chimneybreast above the Aga. The ‘Vertigo’ pendant light was designed by Constance Guisset for Petite Friture. …
Combined with floor to ceiling mirrored pantry doors, a triple pendant light and beautifully veined marble , the room really needs nothing else. Clean, simple and without any clutter, the contemporary kitchen is streamlined but liveable. Glossy surfaces and metallic …
You could also use a semi-gloss or high-gloss paint, as these will still repel moisture and enable you to wipe away any mould that appears. However, these kind of paints tend to be more suited to small areas, such as …