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Should You Include a Wine Fridge in Your Kitchen? Experts Are Divided on Whether This 'Valuable' Feature Is Really Worth It

A suave and sophisticated kitchen feature, or peripheral and passé? We explore whether or not a wine fridge deserves a place in your kitchen plans

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Are Islands Ruining Kitchens? We Asked Designers If This Once-Favorable Feature Has Lost Its Appeal

Islands have been a mainstay of kitchen design for decades, but have we moved on from this traditional layout? Here's what the experts have to say

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6 Outdated Kitchen Flooring Ideas in 2025 That Threaten to Turn Back the Clock — Plus What to Choose Instead

Mastering your kitchen flooring is less about following trends and more about avoiding fads that can prematurely date your space

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10 'Expensive-Looking' Kitchen Island Details That Will Make Your Space Feel More Elevated

From bespoke cabinet hardware to decorative countertop edges, here are all the ways designers add a hint of luxury to kitchen islands

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10 Ladder Kitchen Cabinet Ideas That Make the Most of High Storage and Make Your Scheme Feel Classy

Rail ladders in a kitchen have a sort of elegance to them that's hard to ignore, but they're also practical for storage, too

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Should You Choose a Kitchen Island or a Breakfast Bar? Experts Weigh-in on the Debate

They may look alike, but designers break down the real differences in form, function, and everyday practicality

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This Is the Natural Stone Designers Are Using to Make a Bold Statement in Interiors (And No, I'm Not Talking About Marble)

Onyx stone interior design is having a resurgence, and we're here for it

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The 90s Kitchen Trends We're Seeing Come Back in 2025 — 5 Features Making Waves in Modern Designs

A quarter of a century later, 90s-inspired interiors are back, serving kitchen nostalgia with a contemporary twist

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5 Kitchen Layouts That Are Dated in 2025 — Plus the Contemporary Blueprints Designers Are Choosing Instead

If you want to design a kitchen with a coherent floorplan conducive to better flow and functionality, these are the layouts to steer clear of

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What Is a 'Dirty Kitchen?' The Hidden Feature in a Home Where All the Magic Happens

This is the hidden feature designers wish they could include in every house

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What on Earth Is a 'Leathered' Countertop? "To Touch One Is to Want One," Says Our Editor

Our experts break down the 'leathering' technique and tell you whether it's right for your worksurfaces

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10 Glass Kitchen Cabinet Ideas That Feel Super Elevated (and Will Make Your Space Look Bigger)

The oldest trick in the kitchen design book? Using glass-fronted doors will break up expanses of cabinetry and make your space feel more open

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30 of the Best Kitchen Brands in the UK — A Kitchen Expert's Guide to Who Does What Well

Overwhelmed by choice when it comes to kitchen design companies? This guide to the best cabinet makers and designers will help you find your perfect match

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The "Arched Cabinet" Trend is the Answer to One of Your Biggest Kitchen Design Dilemmas

To help avoid a cooking space that feels too "boxy", designers are making arched kitchen cabinets a focal point — here's how to get the look for yourself

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Can you fit an island into a galley kitchen? Interior design experts share their advice

Love an island but have a narrow space? We ask the experts if you can fit an island into a galley kitchen

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10 beige kitchens that prove this classic neutral is back for 2025

Be persuaded that this classic neutral is the perfect kitchen color to try for 2025

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Bedroom furniture arranging mistakes – 8 layouts that are ruining your sleep space

We spoke to the experts to find out what the golden rules are when it comes to bedroom furniture dos and don’ts

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Livingetc Style Awards 2023 winners: Kitchens and Bathrooms category

The winners of the Kitchens and Bathrooms category of Livingetc's Style Awards 2023 are announced

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Should your kitchen and living room match? Designers agree on the best way to decorate an open plan space

Discover expert tips for a hard-working space that's harmonious as well as functional

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11 expert-approved kitchen countertop trends for 2025

Add unique appeal to your kitchen with these emerging trends

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8 small pantry mistakes you can make when adding one to your kitchen – and how to avoid them

Adding a small pantry to your kitchen? Before you get carried away with the thought of all that extra storage, just be aware of these obvious mistakes and know how to avoid them...

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We're calling 2023's biggest trend: curves in the kitchen – designers show how to include them in yours

From sweeping kitchen islands to elegant arch architecture, explore how curves are taking center stage in kitchen design

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8 hacks the best designers use to make a kitchen more ergonomic – from the right layout to raising your appliances

For a kitchen that flows better and is more comfortable to use, consider these design hacks that will ensure your space's functionality lives up to its good looks

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26 kitchen island ideas to ensure the chicest focal point

Kitchen islands are all about balancing aesthetics with practicality, they need to look great and add extra storage and surface space. All these ideas get that balance spot on

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14 Small Kitchen Floor Tile Ideas That Bring Big Energy With Pattern, Color, and Style

From terrazzo and herringbone to stone, these clever floor tile ideas can make a great design statement in a small kitchen

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