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How Long Does It Take to Renovate a Kitchen? I Asked Professional Fitters for Their Honest Answer, and Here's What They Had to Say

Kitchen renovations seem to drag on forever, and they rarely stay on schedule, but here's how long you can expect the chaos to actually last

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I Should Have Known That Light Gray Kitchen Cabinets Would Be the Wrong Choice — Why This Color Didn't Work, and What I Should Have Picked Instead

I spoke to kitchen experts to unpick the pros and cons of light gray kitchen cabinets (and using gloss) to understand when you should and shouldn't use this color and finish

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6 Clever Designs That Get Your Dish Drying Rack Off Your Counters — It Will Free You From Counter Clutter in a Small Kitchen, While Looking Good

Ready to liberate your countertops? Here's how to swap that un-aesthetic drying rack for something a little more intentional

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The annual Homes & Gardens Design Awards shine a spotlight on the most inspiring kitchen and bathroom designs – here are our winners

From cabinet handles and lighting to surfaces and appliances – our judges thought these pieces deserved praise

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Livingetc Style Awards 2025 — Bathroom

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10 Small Kitchen Problems You're Probably Facing — And What You Can Do to Solve Them

Small space not supporting your big ambitions? These expert-approved fixes tackle the most common small-space struggles, so every inch works harder and looks sharper

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6 Outdated Kitchen Flooring Ideas in 2025 That Threaten to Turn Back the Clock — Plus What to Choose Instead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