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White shaker kitchen ideas – 7 ways to create a timeless, bright, and clean space

To help you find a white Shaker kitchen that works for you and your home, we've spoken to interior designers for their take on how to perfect the look like a pro

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How to carve out a cafe-style coffee nook in your home, according to interior designers

Get inspired with these coffee nook ideas to create a cozy and stylish space in your home where you can enjoy a café-style atmosphere and embrace the trendy Cafecore aesthetic

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What are the best alternatives to a Shaker kitchen? 5 equally classic styles to try for that old meets new feel

Embrace the old meets new aesthetic with these shaker kitchen alternatives for a look that blends timeless style with contemporary touches.

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What is a Shaker kitchen? Interior designers explain the key features of this classic look

What is a shaker kitchen? And what makes it so popular? Here, we delve into the origins, characteristics and the myriad of ways to style Shaker cabinetry - as told by the experts

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Is exposed brick still on trend? Designers debate whether this 'timeless' look really is a classic

Exposed brick is almost too much of a classic to call a 'trend' but is it starting to look dated in 2024?

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These 8 outdated kitchen trends are making a comeback in 2025 – here’s how designers are giving them an up-to-date look

From dated to trending – these revived designs will be all the rage in 2025

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5 Ways to Add a Pantry to Even the Smallest of Kitchens — "A Little Creativity Adds So Much Storage"

Designers know how to add a pantry to a small kitchen - and they don't involve getting rid of something else to make room. The secrets to extra storage

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How do you work out your interior design style? 13 tips on discovering your look from interior designers

Discovering your interior design style can take time, we have all the help you need here

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'I'd Never Think to Choose That for a Kitchen!' 5 Times Designers Surprised us With Kitchen Color Choices

Forget basic white kitchens, designers are taking big swings when choosing color palettes for cabinetry and walls

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9 kitchen renovation rules to always follow according to interior designers

Planning a revamp in the hub of the home? Our kitchen renovation rules will give you the heads-up before you start

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How do you design a home that feels like you? 10 tips for creating spaces filled with character

Create a meaningful space with our ideas on how to design a home that feels like you

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'It's decorating like The Holiday' - 5 style lessons to steal from English cottages that feels cozy and quaint, yet still modern

Dreaming of Kate Winslet's charming English countryside cottage in the beloved rom-com? We asked the experts how to capture the essence of this look

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How to make a kitchen look more luxurious – 5 simple switches you can do right now

Luxurious doesn't need to be timely or expensive, these designer-approved tips for making a kitchen look more luxe are all super simple and can be done in a matter of hours

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What wall colors work best with dark kitchen cabinets? 6 designer-approved shades to try

Dark kitchen cabinets are having a moment, and these are the best wall colors to complement dark hues, according to design experts

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How to update a white kitchen – 8 simple tips to change up a bland space without remodeling

Updating a white kitchen can be simple, here's how designers recommend giving them a refresh

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What is the most low maintenance kitchen countertop? Design experts unanimously agree

Stain and scratch-resistant as well as durable and robust, quartz offers the ideal blend of luxe and low maintenance

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How to use your kitchen's dead space in ways that improves your overall decor

Turn dead space inDesigners explain how to get the most from your kitchen by turning the parts that you've forgotten to love into stylish and functional areas your kitchen to a blend of form and with these clever expert tips

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12 enduring and elegant kitchen surface trends for your next project

Discover which material is the right one for your space with our kitchen countertop trends

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What colors go with dark gray? 7 ways to successfully pair this popular color

From cool blues to rich ochres, learn which accent colors can work wonderfully with a dramatic dark gray scheme

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10 kitchen cabinet color trends dominating 2025 so far, according to designers

These are the kitchen cabinet color trends to know about for 2025, as recommended by interior designers. From neutrals to bold hues, these shades are firm favorites

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12 contemporary ways to use marble in your kitchen – and why this enduring classic will never date

New interpretations and statement schemes keep this metamorphic rock an enduring classic in the kitchen

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'The renaissance of this color is not surprising' – 11 pink kitchens that are timeless and soothing

Blush shades are blossoming in the home. Discover how pink kitchen ideas are surprisingly timeless – from hints of rose to on-trend raspberry tones

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What is the best layout for a galley kitchen? 10 design rules to maximize a narrow space

Turn this long, narrow room into a dream space that is a joy to use

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Kabuki goes global with streaming service

Taking kabuki on tour overseas again will take some time, but a new service is streaming the performances to personal computers in select areas abroad.

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Transitional-Style Kitchens — 13 Ideas to Blend the Best of Traditional and Modern Elements in Your Design

Taking the classicism of heritage cabinetry with materials and forms borrowed from contemporary style, this type of kitchen is taking over the design world

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