Every year AkzoNobel (the mother company of Dulux) unveils their Colour of the Year within their annual trend forecast called ColourFutures™. Alongside leading international architects, interior designers and trend watchers, the company use extensive research to identify styles which represent the way we live our everyday lives. This includes how we will live our lives inDenim Drift – Dulux Colour of the Year 2017 [Read More]
Simply put, Hygge (pronounced hue-gah) is a celebration of life, and feeling of contentment derived from being ‘in the moment.’ This warm and positive way of living has been celebrated by the Danes for centuries, and is believed to be one of the reasons Denmark is regularly voted one of the happiest countries in theEmbracing the Danish concept of Hygge within our kitchens [Read More]
Increasing consumer demand for choice, style and efficiency has resulted in the design of many beautiful modern kitchen appliances, which can be easily incorporated into our everyday lives. A perfect example of this type of appliance is the luxurious but highly functional wine cooler. Here we will explore the many benefits of owning this luxurious and trendingWhat’s so Cool about Wine Coolers? [Read More]
The focus of kitchen design for 2017 remains on innovations that bring convenience, pleasure and comfort within our homes. Blended open plan kitchen and living room spaces will endure as the preferred choice of homeowners; in turn this will drive continued demand for kitchen island designs. With many beautiful new options emerging, here we takeKitchen Trends 2017: Innovation, Choice & Comfort [Read More]
Glass splashbacks have a functional role within the kitchen, protecting your walls from spills and splashes during cooking. But splashbacks also prove highly decorative and contribute greatly to your kitchen’s overall look. For this reason, if you have decided on glass you need to choose a coloured glass splashback tone that works with the rest ofHow to Choose Your Coloured Glass Splashback [Read More]
It has been emphasised time and again that storage is integral to any kitchen design. As already mentioned in this series, without ample storage it simply doesn’t matter how clean your kitchen lines, how beautiful your finish, or how stunning the splashback, because if there’s kitchenware covering all of your worktops, you won’t be ableKitchen Storage Options: Small Kitchen Storage & Accessories [Read More]
In Part 1 we looked at open storage and simple kitchen cabinetry options such as drawers and cupboards. But there is far more to kitchen storage. The clever solutions within is what really sets modern cabinetry apart. Homeowners want tidy, easily accessible storage that allows them to store their belongings in the best possible spot for whenKitchen Storage: Pull Out & Kitchen Corner Storage [Read More]