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Free living

Freestanding kitchen units, as their name implies, rather than being secured to the walls, stand independently, and can be reconfigured as and when needed. As a result, this style of kitchen has a more laidback aesthetic that honours historical designs and works seamlessly in a period home.

‘A freestanding kitchen doesn’t require the immediate, hefty investment of a fitted design. Instead, you can select the pieces you need right away and then add

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