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Designers say to ditch black kitchen countertops and try these 5 alternatives instead

From light-toned marbles to moody alternatives, these are the countertops to consider for a timeless yet elevated kitchen

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What Color Kitchen Cabinets Actually Go Well With Wooden Countertops? Designers Share Their Perfect Pairings

Just because it's neutral doesn't mean it looks equally good with every color. These are the shades to use with your wooden cabinets

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These 7 Sustainable Bathroom Trends Are the Way to Make Green Living Actually Look Chic

These clever innovations are leading the way towards a more sustainable bathroom, while also being bold and exciting design ideas, too

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Should you actually paint a small kitchen in a dark color? Designers to weigh in on whether it can be a chic choice or a major design mistake

Moody colors are continuing to prove popular, but are small kitchens the right place to embrace this trend?

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Bon Appétit! These Bistro Kitchens Will Transport You Straight to Paris — No Eurostar Needed

Bring Parisian charm to your kitchen with the bistro style kitchen trend — I'm completely obsessed

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9 ideas to steal from the kitchens of the 1990s and how to make them actually look chic in 2025

Designers pinpoint the best kitchen features of the '90s – and how to make them work in a modern-day scheme

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Is this the characterful feature your kitchen could be missing? 10 ways designers bring paneling into a hardworking space

Characterful, textural, and totally timeless – this is your sign to bring paneling into your kitchen design

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"I've Got a Long and Narrow Kitchen, What Can I Do With It?" 10 Ideas That Will Enhance Awkwardly-Shaped Spaces

Baffled by what to do with a long and narrow kitchen? Designers reveal how to alter this kind of space and open it up to fresh new possibilities

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This 1 cabinet design decision could end up making your kitchen look basic – here's why designers avoid it, and how to fix it

Designers warn that not taking your kitchen cabinets to the ceiling risks making the space look 'basic' and dated

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Are Granite Countertops Outdated? The Experts Decide If This Once-Classic Material Has Seen the End of Its Days

Our kitchen trend experts deep dive into the topic to decide whether granite has had its time

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'Wood-Drenching' Your Kitchen Is the Most Luxury-Looking Thing You Can Do With Your Cabinets — But Also Trickiest to Get Right

A little bit Scandi, a little bit mid-century modern, and a whole lot of chic; these kitchens fulfill all of our design dreams

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9 color-drenched kitchens that prove this paint trend is totally timeless when used in this hardworking space

It's time to go bold and embrace color-drenched kitchens – these stylish spaces prove that a one-color approach is timeless and liveable

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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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'I like big grand things even in small spaces' – meet Helen Parker the creative genius behind the iconic British kitchen brand deVOL

I spoke with Helen Parker, the Creative Director at deVOL, a British kitchen brand that has developed somewhat of a cult following

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Should you invest in a pot filler or are they just a high-end kitchen fad? I asked kitchen experts whether they're set to be a trend beyond 2025

A high-low approach to kitchen design is the key to creating a stylish space in your budget

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Should I choose a kitchen island or a kitchen table? This is the expert advice that helped me decide

It's all about how you use your space

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Are work tables the new, easier way to add a kitchen island? Interior designers claim they offer a more lived-in elegance that makes it worth losing the storage

Freestanding and full of character, the work table is 2025's most coveted kitchen feature

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10 Kitchen Tap Ideas That Will Upgrade Your Sink — Who'd Have Thought Doing the Dishes Could Look This Good?

From pot fillers to pull-out hoses, these are the kitchen taps that the experts are lusting over right now…

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9 bonus room ideas to make the most of your underused spaces

The endless possibilities for a bonus room make them the ideal spot for your next home renovation, from home gyms to home theatres, here's what interior designers recommend you do with your space

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Pearl Lowe and Danny Goffey's deVOL kitchen shows how to use pink in a sophisticated way – it's 'glittering, glamorous, and secretly practical'

The fashion designer's kitchen features bespoke cabinets, a pastel color palette, and gold fixtures for a luxe and on-trend space

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5 Times It'd Be a Mistake to Put a Hob on Your Kitchen Island — And How to Get It Right

Island hobs have become a design favorite, but is it really worth it?

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5 Design Mistakes That Will Make Your Kitchen Countertops Look Dated — What Not to Pick (And What to Choose Instead)

You'll never grow tired of a timelessly chic countertop design, but don't get them confused with these trend-led choices

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What color should you paint the cabinets in a small kitchen? 4 palettes designers swear by that aren't just shades of white

Don't stick to a neutral palette – these timeless cabinet colors are just as perfect for small kitchens

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I chose this seemingly outdated tile for my kitchen flooring and I love it – here's why I think it's time to reconsider terracotta tiles

Classic, warm, and full of charm. Terracotta is back, and here’s why it’s perfect for your kitchen

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Are Glass Kitchen Cabinets Actually a Good Idea? These Are the Pros and Cons of Using Them

If you want to bring some more light into your kitchen, glass-fronted cabinets may just be the answer, but there are drawbacks, too

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