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It’s happened slowly but surely – the kitchen is now the star of our living spaces. What was once a utilitarian room hidden on the fringes of the house has morphed into entertainment central, basking in the limelight of family life.

This transition to truly open-plan living has meant that it’s more important than ever for kitchens to blend in seamlessly with the rest of your living area, creating a sense of continuity that makes them feel fully integrated. Whether you’re planning a total renovation, or just want to make some tweaks, there are a few key considerations which will make your design decisions easy.

HERE ARE OUR FIVE KEY DESIGN POINTS WHEN CREATING OR UPDATING A KITCHEN:

1 SOPHISTICATION

We all know the value of having a chic little black dress in our wardrobes, and modern kitchens are in tune with this fashion maxim. Monochrome kitchens are in the spotlight, with shades of black taking top honours. Concentrating on one colour gives kitchens

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