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We often think of a new kitchen in terms of aesthetic design or functionality. But too often the ergonomics of a kitchen can be overlooked. How our bodies interact with the kitchen environment will dictate how much we use and enjoy the space. Good kitchen designers will often give priority to the ‘kitchen work triangle’ – oven, refrigerator and sink. Reducing the distance between the three corners of the triangle… Read More

The options on kitchen worktops are wide and varied, but the first piece of advice is- always choose quality. A worktop needs to fulfil a practical function as well as a visual one. Regardless of the material used, a worktop must be hard wearing in order to stand up to the demands of the modern kitchen – generally this means exposure to both heat and sharp implements – though in a family home, the demands of a worktop can often go well beyond these things…Read More

Starting a new year with life changing resolutions is something that many of us do. We begin the year with energy and enthusiasm and the promise of improving ourselves and achieving new goals. Sadly, all too often our diet plans and exercise programs don’t last a month before we fall back in to our old ways….Read More

Preparations for Christmas 2012 are very much underway. High streets are becoming busy, homes across the country are being cleaned and decorated for the holidays and in spite of the uncertain economic climate this year promises to be the biggest in UK history for online sales…Read More

They say that space is the final frontier….but what about storage? At this time of year shops are full of wonderful kitchen appliances- from coffee and milk shake makers to panini presses and wine coolers, it seems that a never ending stream of handy and delightful new gadgets are finding their way in to the shops and therefore into our homes…Read More

Check the TV listings in any week and you will be astonished at the amount of cookery based shows that are on…and their popularity is growing. From Bake-Off to Masterchef, Saturday Kitchen to Come Dine, there is a world of entertainment devoted to cooking. The reason why…Read More

Numerous surveys and studies support the assertion that the kitchen is the most important room in the house when you’re considering buying a property. It is therefore obvious that tired units and unmatched appliances can present a significant barrier when it comes to selling your home. To fully refit…Read More

The Kitchen is so often the centre of a family home. A sociable environment where meals are shared and family issues are discussed. On average in the UK more waking hours are spent in the kitchen than any other room, and it is therefore perhaps the most important space in your home. Ensuring that your kitchen is… Read More

They say that you should do something to challenge yourself every day- but we almost never do! All too often we avoid doing anything outside of the ordinary, keeping our choices of food, clothing or leisure activity mundane and typical. But what about the little voice that says ‘go on, why not?’. The calling to express… Read More