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For most homeowners, investing a large proportion of one’s decorating and renovation budget in a beautiful, inviting kitchen from a quality brand is money well spent. Not only is it the space in which we tend to spend the most time, a well planned kitchen is also pivotal in setting the tone, mood and practical backdrop for the modern requirements of home life. Today, more than ever, the kitchen is both the hub and heart of the home. Little wonder, then, that a recent survey* revealed

that 15.9 per cent of us place an island kitchen right at the top of the list when seeking a new home, to act as sociable gathering space for family and friends. Architects tell us that open-plan spaces are also enormously popular. Our kitchen style guide seeks to offer inspiration to aid you in honing your design aspirations to a clear vision and reducing the significant months (even years) of research that can be spent dreaming and planning this core room. We hope it offers plenty of food for thought for planning and layout considerations to discuss with a designer, to ensure you have confidence to push for the best possible design for your lifestyle and budget.

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EDITOR’S LETTER CONTENTS4 TREASURED ISLANDS From simple rustic options, to grand units incorporating dining and preparation areas, kitchen islands offer invaluable extra workspace.

10 HIGH SOCIETY Our curation of dining chairs and kitchen bar stools, for the best seat in the house.

12 WIDE OPEN SPACE We explore the design aspects required to create the perfect open-plan kitchen.

17 TABLE TALK At the heart of family meals and the setting for dinner parties with friends, a stylish dining table is a crucial element in any kitchen/diner.

20 COMPACT KITCHENS Smaller, narrower spaces can be just as elegant once the right design and finishing touches have been employed.

26 HIDDEN ASSETS From extensive larders to secret drawers, a combination of clever kitchen storage is available for almost every nook and cranny.

29 STYLE DIRECTORY Our comprehensive list of companies to create the perfect stylish kitchen.

Editor Kerryn Harper-CussDeputy Editor Jill ShearerFeatures/Commissioning Editor Vivienne HamblyArt Editors Jeremy Bird, Claire HicksSub Editor Angharad MoranStaff Writer/Digital Coordinator Katy McleanStaff Writer Suzanna Ball

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TREASURED ISLANDS

Unless a kitchen is particularly starved of space, many modern

homeowners see an island unit as an essential requirement of

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Flick through any kitchen design brochure and the popularity of the ‘island unit’ is immediately apparent. The concept of a centralised unit that can work as a

multi-functional work zone, breakfast bar, and even an entertaining area has become a hugely desirable one. This is no great surprise given the opportunities it affords for creating an attractive focal point, as well as offering a highly versatile and practical fitting. Quality kitchen brands can create completely bespoke islands, which, as well as functioning as a food-prep and cooking zone, can incorporate neat storage, hidden appliances, open shelving for cookbooks and even the kitchen bin. What particularly appeals to many is the ability to prepare food whilst facing into the room and converse with guests, rather than face a wall.

ERGONOMICSIsland units can be free-standing or fully fitted; they can be rectangular, square, circular or organically irregular in shape. An island might be free-standing – from a large butchers block to a sophisticated large-scale table with additional storage attributes (like the much-admired island table in Mrs Patmore’s kitchen in Downton Abbey). Or – with the help of a bespoke cabinetmaker – an island can serve as a fully-fitted cupboard-clad centrepiece, complete with dining-table extension. The only limitation is space.

Many kitchen designers recommend allowing a walkway of at least one metre wide on all sides of the island – often more. This is to ensure that two users can operate in the same space without conflict, and that cupboard doors, drawers and appliances have ample opening room. On a larger island it might also


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ABOVE RIGHT A raised level provides additional seating at this kitchen island by Rencraft. Prices start from £18,000. RIGHT This Lansdown kitchen design by Stephen Graver incorporates both convex and concave cupboards on the island to soften the visual outline of the space. Kitchens from £40,000 (excluding appliances).

be wise to consider curved ends for ease of flow around the room – this can also create an appealing visual flow of design lines.

Jasper Middleton, director of Middleton Bespoke, advises that any island smaller than 450mm x 950mm would be too small to be practical, and suggests that the ideal size would be 650mm x 1000mm, to provide not just a useful work surface, but to accommodate a drawer in the side and pan storage below, too. “However, 700mm x 1400mm works well in a bigger kitchen,” says Middleton.

If your aim is a kitchen layout that features wall-to- ceiling cupboards at the perimeter upon one or two walls – to function primarily as storage – leaving the island as the only worktop space, it will, of course, need to be large-scale to serve a multi-functional cooking, dishwashing, and food preparation role.

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTESFor larger kitchens, a hard-working multi-functional island can be designed to incorporate integrated appliances, such as a built-under oven, microwave, hob, fridge, or wine cabinet. It can also accommodate a dishwasher or second sink and boiling-water tap – although bear in mind that anything requiring water circulation may mean greater disruption in preparing the room design whilst a solid floor is dug up to accommodate plumbing fed from the outer wall to the centre of the room. If the island is to be the primary food preparation area, it can also be useful to incorporate an under-mounted bin with a neat lift-out lid in the worktop for easy disposal of peelings and so forth, without having to traverse the kitchen.

Richard Moore, design director at Martin Moore reveals a growing trend for incorporating an induction hob. “They offer a faster and more energy-efficient method of cooking with instant control.” Induction is also a consideration for the family home with young children in the home, as it is the pan that heats up and not the hob, which can make it a safer option.”

Ask your designer about a downdraft extractor, too – these can be built-in to the worktop directly next to a hob, and offer an easy pop-up option. Lizzie Hagon, designer at Harvey Jones explains, “During cooking, the extractor will rise and also acts as a splashback, creating a safe cooking space.” It also, of course, reduces cooking smells.


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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE Teddy Edwards’ Brooklands range in British Racing Green. Prices start from £50,000. This country-style kitchen has a simple, classic appeal and is available in 21 colours. Ashton kitchen, from £15,000, Crown Imperial.Even the most rustic and simplest of islands can offer invaluable workspace. Middleton Bespoke kitchen, from £25,000 (excluding appliances).A circular island creates softer flow around a kitchen. Here, a 100mm butchers-block work surface is particularly practical. Christopher Peters kitchens, from £30,000.A coloured island gives extra focus with pendant lighting. John Lewis of Hungerford Artisan kitchen, from £20,000.


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INSPIRATIONAL STYLEThe look and design of an island unit should maximise its impact as the centrepiece of the room. This might be achieved by opting for a bold paint finish where other units are wooden, or using a contrasting shade where all units are painted. It might also be achieved by using a dramatic textural contrast of materials – particularly with a change of worktop material: wood, for example, in a kitchen with mostly granite or marble worktops. Oak worktops remain an enduringly popular choice for an island – although maintenance must be considered with need for regular oiling to safeguard against watermarks and stains.

In terms of height, if an island is to be a work zone only then will it make sense to keep the height concurrent with other worktops in the kitchen, for ease of movement between a hob on the island to a sink on another run of units, for example. A breakfast bar might be slightly higher and even stepped-out from the work zone if bar stools are to be tucked underneath. A dining area might be a round extension with a pedestal leg that runs on at the same level, or it could be designed as a slightly lower pod, to work as a bespoke unit with built-in banquette seating, straight or curved, backing onto the main island itself.

ARCHIPELAGO ASPIRATIONSIn the most luxurious kitchens, bespoke kitchen manufacturers are taking the island unit to its fullest potential by offering not just one island in a kitchen layout but several. The Brasserie kitchen by Smallbone of Devizes, for example, is based on the concept of multiple work stations – an archipelago of kitchen islands – each designed for a different function: from food prep on one, to a sink area on another, to teppanyaki and griddle plate on yet another. The concept sprung from a recognition of a more modern way of cooking, in which two or more keen domestic cooks enjoy the ritual of cooking together, often with guests looking on or even helping out for an altogether more relaxed, sociable experience. n

RIGHT The seven-metre-long island in this kitchen takes centre stage, offering a range of entertainment opportunities for the large family living in this Victorian villa. This kitchen was designed to be both accessible and highly functional. Project by Cochrane Designs.


From natural wood and stone to all manner of manmade surfaces, the materials used for worktops can have a huge impact on the final look and finish of a kitchen, as well as the everyday practical considerations. Wood countertops create a warm, country aesthetic, with options available in oak, maple, walnut and cherry. English ash and beech are also used, but these are less popular and there are fewer managed forests offering sustainable resources. If using wood, an initial, thorough oil treatment will need to be followed up with an annual oiling, to preserve the wood and keep it looking at its best. Due to the maintenance involved, it may be preferable to restrict the use of wood to areas that will not see too much heavy use, to keep marks and scratches to a minimum.

Natural stone, such as slate, limestone, granite and marble are also popular choices, and are especially useful for keen bakers, as a cold surface provides ideal conditions for making pastry. Marble is particularly good for this, but if other options are preferable, it is possible to simply install a small section of marble within a chosen worktop for pastry work. Stone surfaces also allow for general food preparations to take place directly on the worktop, but be sure to regularly wipe surfaces with antibacterial

spray as well as a protective product, such as Lithofin Stainstop, which will benefit surfaces regardless of their finish, be it polished, honed, sanded or brushed.

For particularly hardwearing worktops, choose those of a volcanic nature, such as basalt and granite. As stone hardens over time, the older the material, the more robust it will be.

Whilst the most expensive stone worktops are often those with unusual veining, engineered-stone options – containing a mix of stone (often quartz) and resin – allow for the development of colours that would not normally be found within natural stone. Manmade composites, such as Corian, are created with acrylic resin as well as natural minerals. This can also be tinted with various pigments. Corian can also be moulded or carved with great ease, so the ability to create matching sinks and splashbacks, for seamless designs, is an additional benefit.

Tiles also allow for myriad colours, and patterns, to be used. Although selecting those in classic, neutral shades means they are less likely to date, and therefore avoids the need to regularly update interiors as tastes change. Whatever pattern or colour is desired, ensure to select those specifically created for kitchen use, as these will be less prone to chipping than other handmade tiles.

TOP Here, Julia Brown of Mowlem & Co created a highly personalised kitchen/living design based on ‘sociability’. ABOVE RIGHT Inspired by 18th and 19th-century English country furniture, Chalon’s kitchens have a distinctive distressed finish. Prices from £25,000.ABOVE LEFT Martin Moore’s English collection, with oak island. Worktops are in Caesarstone. Prices start from £35,000.

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A large island unit can hold a small additional prep sink. Olympus tap, £188, Franke, in a kitchen by Rencraft.


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HIGH SOCIETYIt can be lovely to invite guests to draw up a chair and chat

whilst making last-minute preparations for a dinner, so smart and comfortable seating is essential. The wrong bar stool can be an eyesore if not sympathetic to the aesthetic of the room.

Practical application is essential, so check that the footrest and backrest are suited to the heights of users. Will an

upholstered option cope with the rigours of children and pets? And, crucially, is the chosen design height-compatible with, and able to tuck neatly underneath, the breakfast bar?

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Suffolk bar stool, limestone, £275, Neptune

‘Y’ bar stool in steam-bent oak, £775, Makers’ Eye

Kartell Masters stool, £243, Houseology

The Yacht bar stool, from £8,300, Soane

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This inviting open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting space, created by Middleton Bespoke, transformed the interior of the period property. Interior design by Pepperbox Interiors.

Open-plan kitchens can create a wonderfully accessible hub within a home, but careful consideration needs to be taken to achieve the desired effect

of spacious, good flow on a still intimate domestic level

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The way we choose to live today naturally has a huge impact upon the way the layouts of our homes are designed. Whilst bathrooms are increasingly designed as cosseting personal

sanctuaries, kitchens are also less utilitarian and more relaxed as we seek for them to act as an important sociable gathering point for friends and family.

The once compartmentalised domain of the family cook is now often opened up by physically knocking down walls to create flow and connection with other reception rooms, or by extending into a conservatory or orangery to create one light-filled space that effortlessly combines living, dining and cooking areas. When taken to the fullest conclusion, the new space may also be linked directly to the garden by the means of modern banks of folding, stacking glass doors. When open during the summer months, this removes any physical barrier between indoors and outdoors for truly open-plan living.

Achieving successful flow when knocking several rooms into one, or by extending the property footprint, almost certainly requires specialist help from an architect, as well as planning permission. In addition, it is vital to work with a sympathetic and knowledgeable kitchen designer who understands the importance of using subtle zoning to create a layout that functions effectively and still offers clearly defined areas for cooking, dining and relaxing.

DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS When it comes to design, it is important to create visual coherence within the entire space, but without it appearing bland. Traditional timber and hand-painted finishes lend a relaxed air, but one of the most common mistakes for the non-professional is to opt for an overly uniform, single colour palette throughout. Designers know the importance of allying core materials and colours but then introducing textural contrasts and accent hues.

Flooring needs considerable thought, too, as it must provide a hard, non-slip surface in the kitchen area or in zones that connect directly to a garden. Tough, engineered timber or hardwood has warmth of hue, whilst stone is extremely durable and can make a lovely visual connection with a garden if choosing a variety that can be used both indoors and out. Experts advise that stone is not automatically cold, and it will sit at the ambient room temperature. However, underfloor heating will make the need for it even more desirable and, additionally,


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avoids an overwhelming number of radiators being necessary in a large open-plan space. Ceramics and porcelain are also smart, and can be the less expensive option of these classic contenders.

STORAGE OPTIONS Good storage is fundamental to avoid ingress of clutter. A single wall of seamless cupboards can be a significant benefit, keeping the majority of storage primarily in one area. However, avoid the temptation to fit vast banks of floor-to-ceiling cabinetry on multiple walls, as the end result is at odds with both country and classical English interiors, and can feel rather soulless. Consider, instead, a mix of fixed and free-standing pieces to achieve a more casual and inviting mood, and use the free-standing pieces to punctuate the space. Also contemplate the possibility of creating a walk-in pantry. This is best situated on an exterior wall, to offer a generous, cool and dry environment for storing provisions. It may also be possible to repurpose an existing cupboard or redundant back hallway for the pantry. It is also worth incorporating open shelves if taste is not for the traditional dresser. Shelving allows an area for displaying attractive china and shapely artisan pieces to provide personality and create a focal point.

LIGHTING THE WAYMulti-functional spaces require the most versatile and fully-considered lighting plans to allow the mood


ABOVE This kitchen was part of a large house design project conducted by Yiangou architects.LEFT Here, Lewis Alderson & Co incorporates Edwardian-style bespoke units, and polished River Valley Granite worktops. Kitchens from £30,000. OPPOSITE FROM TOP The island within this kitchen by Tim Moss enhances the social side of cooking and eating. Prices start from £40,000.Farrow & Ball’s Eating Room Red adds a splash of colour. Worktops in granite and oiled maple.Thomas and Thomas kitchens, from £35,000.


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ABOVE Each base unit in this Rencraft kitchen is painted off-white, paired with a dark-black Caesarstone quartz worktop, whilst the island unit is made from European oak. The worktop on the island is lighter with a quartz marble top.Kitchen furniture starts from £18,000.RIGHT The Nickleby kitchen range by Humphrey Munson features pleasing lines and accent units in natural wood. Prices start from £30,000.

to be adapted as the primary use of the room changes from cooking to entertaining to relaxing. A lighting specialist, such as John Cullen Lighting, can advise upon the importance of creating lighting zones on different circuits, which can be turned on and off and dimmed independently. Spotlights have their uses, but a large area of ceiling peppered with lights – even discreetly recessed ones – can be a visual distraction. Consider using concealed lighting, fitted beneath wall cupboards, to throw light onto work areas, as well as a row of attractive, yet functional, height-variable pendant lights to illuminate a kitchen island. Concealed lights can also backlight attractive shelving displays so that, when the cooking is finished, the kitchen remains subtly lit rather than becoming a dark space when activity moves to the sitting areas. HIDDEN ASSETSReducing the number and impact of functional items on view will help reduce the practical focus of the room. Concealed or built-in appliances, such as fridges and dishwashers, cost more but are worth the investment, as they become barely discernible in the overall scheme. A halogen hob sits almost flush with a worktop, so creates the most streamlined impression in an island unit. Under-mounted sinks are another useful aid, as they hang beneath a worktop so as not to interrupt the visual flow. Alternatively, if considering a man-made composite worktop, look to a quality brand that can be moulded to include a sink as part of the finished seamless work surface. Pop-up plug sockets can also be concealed within the worktops.

A powerful extractor is also vital to eliminate odours and steam, although do look to decibel ratings to avoid significant impact upon conversation. Elica and Best offer decorative hanging extraction, discreet pop-up downdrafts or ceiling-mounted models. n

Once the essential components are in place – in terms of kitchen units, appliances, storage and larger items of furniture for dining and seating areas –the wise decorator will look to add further layers with accessories, rugs and artwork, to add softness and informality in the way one might in a more

traditional reception room.Rugs are helpful to bring focus to seating areas, or beneath the kitchen table, but should always be held in place with a non-slip underlay for safety. Machine-washable curtaining, stain-resistant material for upholstery, and loose dining-chair covers will repay the

forethought, particularly in a busy family home. As in other reception rooms, adding a few characterful pieces will make the room feel at its most inviting, but try to limit this to one or two favourite pieces, so as to make a statement rather than simply adding too much visual clutter.

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plates. Rectangular tables might fit more easily in a layout for good flow near an island unit or in a conservatory extension.

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Karlstad mango-wood dining table, £1,185, Oka

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F rom an elegantly compact townhouse apartment to the sweetest cottage, careful kitchen planning in homes where space is limited is as, if not more, important to get right, to achieve a stylish

and fully functional space. But as anyone who has ever used a well-designed galley or narrow U-shape kitchen will tell you, these can be the most efficient working kitchens of all. With less distance between appliances, a reduced layout means significantly less walking for the cook during food preparation. The secret to success is well considered ergonomics, and innovative storage that utilises every centimetre of available space.

A single galley kitchen features just one row of units, and all appliances along one wall. This option might suit a very long narrow room – a setting created in an extension of a townhouse side-return, for example, or as part of the smaller open-plan apartment. A double galley kitchen features two facing runs of units and is more versatile than the single galley. It might be fitted in a fully enclosed room – in which case a small U-shaped layout can be created with units across one end – fitting the sink beneath a window, perhaps. Or the galley might also act as a passageway to a utility room or to the garden.

A good kitchen designer will focus on all the key ergonomic factors, whilst the homeowner can focus energy on the desired style and mood to be created, and the particular fixtures and fittings to be incorporated. However, as an overview, it is important to ensure that the most regularly needed cupboards and appliances can be easily opened at all times, and so are not positioned opposite key work zones. The Kitchen and Bathroom Showroom Association (KBSA) advises positioning both sink and hob on the same run – with a good section of worktop and ‘setting down’ space between them. This will avoid the need to transfer hot items across the kitchen (when draining hot water from vegetables, for example). This is particularly important if two people often work together in the same space, to reduce the likelihood of collisions. The KBSA also advises a minimum of 1.2 metres of floor space between the sides of a double galley (or a single galley and the facing wall) to allow ample space to open doors on cupboards and appliances.

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LEFT This compact U-shape kitchen avoids wall units to maximise the feeling of space. From £20,000, Barnes of Ashburton.RIGHT Limiting cabinetry to a single bank allows space for a dining table. From £7,000, British StandardBELOW Colourful walls enliven and brighten a darker scheme. From £30,000, The Secret Drawer

PRACTICAL CONCEPTSStandard-width units are not always essential, so consider including narrower runs of base units where appliances are not involved. Units measuring 450mm or 500mm deep often hold just as much as standard units and avoid wasted depth and the difficulty in retrieving items from the back of a deep unit. Consider, too, what non-essential items might be better located elsewhere. Could the washing machine be relocated to a utility room or bathroom, for example, along with a tumble drier and freezer; and would the ironing-board be better housed in an under-stairs cupboard, and so forth.

STYLE FOCUSIn a smaller room it can be desirable not to fit wall units upon every available section of wall, as this can make the space feel too enclosed. Breaking up a run of wall cupboards with open shelving, or using glass-fronted upper cabinets, are useful design options. A plate rack is a functional and stylistic benefit, too, fitted close to the sink or dishwasher, and there are designs to suit both country-cottage and sleek townhouse designs.

Alternatively, perhaps consider having one, or even both sides of the kitchen open above the base units to create visual flow and a sense of connection with the living area of a home. This might extend to a

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CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT If space allows, a table or butcher’s block can create an extra work surface. Kitchen painted in Hague Blue from Farrow & Ball, by Angel + Blume.Removing the low ceiling revealed the vaulted roof line, increasing the visual sense of space in this compact area. Kitchens from £30,000, Simon Taylor.Jane Churchill’s London kitchen makes use of recesses for extra storage. This light, bright kitchen is rather spacious. Edwardian cream matt kitchen, 8 units, £1,382, Wren.

breakfast bar on the outer edge facing into the kitchen, for example.

Sleek splashbacks minimise visual clutter: bespoke glass panels are easy to wipe clean whilst a uniform single colour of tile looks sophisticated in a smaller space. It may, however, be preferable to avoid tiles altogether and fit splashbacks only by the sink and hob, making do with an upstand elsewhere. An upstand is effectively an extension of the chosen worktop material that covers the wall to a height equivalent to one tile. A neat join between worktop and upstand avoids grime and dirt infiltrating the gap where wall and units meet.

Light-coloured kitchen units are a boon in a smaller space but obvious white and creams can appear bland if not used with care. Extra thought needs to be given to handles, detailing, tiling and flooring choices to add warmth and character. However, the allure of light units should not deter from considering smart dark units, which can look terribly chic, and not overly imposing, if teamed with lighter elements and surfaces as can be seen in the kitchen design shown on pages 20-21.

Units with a deeply recessed or open plinth allow more floor to be on show, which can create a sense of more floor space. However, one might prefer to employ innovative plinth depth drawers to provide neat additional storage and make best use of every centimetre. These are not suitable for food, but could house cleaning equipment quite neatly. Plinth-based fan heaters might also be worth considering as an alternative to a radiator, to avoid loss of valuable wall space. n PH

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PERFECTLY ORGANISEDToday, a larder is a luxury in most houses. However, a built-in alternative can provide a well-organised space for cupboard essentials. This large example has adjustable shelves and the doors are lined with spice racks. There is even a marble cold shelf, and lighting, so that ingredients tucked away can easily be found. A ladder rail allows for use to be made of the double height of the room, with extra cupboards above.

Similar kitchens from £30,000, Christopher Peters

The success of the best planned kitchen lies in thorough consideration of storage arrangements to house not only what is already owned but what might be added at a future

date. Increasingly, storage for a laptop or tablet is a standard expectation, but many homeowners also prefer to hide traditional everyday appliances – such as toasters, juicers and even the kettle – behind closed doors when not required, in addition to lesser-used gadgets, such as food mixers and blenders. Here are a few useful, and clever, storage innovations to help keep things in order.

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TRAY TIDY Stowing trays away in cupboards takes up valuable shelf space, and invariably other items will be placed upon them, making it tricky to extract them when required. Instead, a handy cubby hole, especially designed to house a tray or two, keeps them at easy reach for delivering a breakfast in bed, for example, and makes a stylish feature to break up cupboard and drawer fronts.

Shaker kitchen, from £25,000, John Lewis of Hungerford

SMALL SECRETLinley designs free-standing furniture and bespoke kitchens, and is known for often incorporating a 'secret' drawer. This enjoyable added extra could be the perfect storage area for a laptop or tablet, away from splash zones.

Kitchens from £80,000, Linley

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QUICK DISPOSALBins can be rather unsightly additions to a kitchen, and so are best tucked away in a cupboard. This pull-out drawer accommodates general rubbish and recycling. Tom Howley advises it is "best to site these bins as close to the sink and prep area as possible, so any waste or vegetable peelings can simply be swept straight into the correct bin."

Kitchens from £35,000, Tom Howley

FRIDGE DRAWERSNick Anderson, founder of Guild Anderson, suggests these fridge

drawers as a neat option to supplement a larger fridge-freezer. "These were for a client (a keen cook) who wanted something smaller and

really accessible for frequently-used items near the preparation zone. I like that you can see the contents easily, without having to squat

down as you would with a normal under-counter fridge."

Sub-Zero drawer, around £5,520 in a kitchen by Guild Anderson. Must be incorporated by an experienced designer to ensure proper ventilation.

CURVE APPEALWith elegant curved doors, this handy cupboard makes use of a space that might have been wasted, providing an extra nook for crockery. The double pan drawers are also beautifully designed to accommodate a collection of saucepans. In addition, Emily Lukes, designer at Chalon, notes that, "the shallow wall wine rack creates a wow factor in a space that would otherwise be unusable due to the narrow depth."

Kitchens, from £25,000, Chalon

HANDY HIDEAWAYAlthough some might like to display the latest high-tech gadgets with pride, others value a clear worktop much more. Stowing appliances away in cupboards can make them awkward to retrieve, however, a clever folding-door front tidies away blenders and mixers whilst allowing them to remain readily accessible. With power sockets incorporated into the cupboard, appliances can simply be pulled forward and used in an instant.

Bespoke kitchens, from £45,000, The Secret Drawer


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WHAT LIES BENEATHBespoke banquette seating is often fitted with a hinged seat to access storage hidden within. This alternative design avoids the need to disturb the seat pad and cushions, and is a neat and unexpected attraction in a curved arrangement. Push-front drawers avoid the need for handles, which would spoil the curving lines, and avoid wasting an inch of space.

Bespoke storage options form part of kitchens, from £40,000, Smallbone of Devizes

SPACE CONSCIOUS “In a small cottage kitchen, dedicating appropriate storage is essential. This large Armoire offers the same amount of space for food storage as six traditional wall cupboards," says Jasper Middleton, design director, Middleton Bespoke. The hinged doors allow a tight space by the oven to be made use of, without impacting on the appearance.

Kitchens typically start from £25,000, Middleton Bespoke

IN MINIATUREIn households where the numbers expand and contract significantly, this compact additional dishwasher could be a huge bonus for dinners for two or as overflow for when hosting a particularly large party.

Double drawer dishwasher from Fisher & Paykel in a kitchen by Parlour Farm

NEATLY STACKEDAlthough not providing much extra storage to ordinary shelving, having drawers behind a cupboard door makes the contents much more accessible. This is particularly helpful for fragile items such as china – making it much less precarious to get to the gravy boat that somehow always manages to make its way to the back of the cupboard.

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Artichoke Specialists in bespoke, luxury interiors, from country houses to Mayfair apartments. Tel 01934 745270 artichoke-ltd.com

Barnes of Ashburton Makers of bespoke kitchens and free-standing furniture for 30 years. Mostly framed. Tel 01364 653613 barnesofashburton.co.uk

British Standard Affordable, off-the-shelf counterpart to sister company Plain English. Tel 020 7870 7688 britishstandardcupboards.co.uk

Chalon Classic painted kitchens with an English country look. Tel 0800 160 1978 chalon.com Charles Yorke Hand-painted kitchen ranges alongside other fitted household furniture.

Tel 01623 756080 charlesyorke.com

Christopher Peters Family-run company offering bespoke kitchens and furniture, mostly framed, painted. Tel 01926 832511 christopherpeters.com

Clive Christian Strong line in luxury, classical interiors incorporating marquetry and burr veneering. clivechristianinteriors.com

Cotswood Fine Furniture Small Gloucestershire company making fitted, mostly framed kitchens units. Tel 01386 700110 cotswoodfinefurniture.net

Crown Imperial Manufacturer of accessible British-made kitchens. Tel 01227 742424 crown-imperial.co.uk

Culinary Architecture Timeless bespoke English

cabinetry from skilled designer Heidi Westcar. Tel 0845 680 2906 culinaryarchitecture.co.uk

Davonport Framed, painted kitchen ranges made in East Anglia. Tel 0845 468 0025 davonport.com

deVOL Fast-expanding company with a clean, Shaker ethic and neat household accessories. Tel 01509 261000 devolkitchens.co.uk

Guild Anderson Broad range of hardwearing design styles from a former Mark Wilkinson employee. Tel 01747 820449 guildandersonfurniture.co.uk

Harvey Jones Larger kitchen company offering classic, but slightly contemporary, kitchen styles. Tel 0800 389 6938 harveyjones.com

Holloways of Ludlow Locally manufactured bespoke kitchens and furniture from this supplier of interior fixtures. Tel 020 7371 1787 hollowayskitchens.com

Humphrey Munson Strong selection of Georgian-influenced designs open to extensive customisation. Tel 01371 821300 humphreymunson.co.uk

John Lewis of Hungerford Fitted kitchen ranges available in showrooms countrywide. john-lewis.co.uk

Linley Exceptional, fully bespoke fitted furniture designs, from London villas to superyachts. Tel 020 7730 7300 davidlinley.com

Mark Wilkinson Furniture Mostly framed, painted ranges with a refined, understated look. Tel 01380 850007 markwilkinson.co.uk

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Martin Moore Classic English kitchen design from a 40-year-old company. Tel 0845 180 0015 martinmoore.com

Middleton Bespoke Kitchens with Edwardian and Georgian influences. Tel 01403 864446 middleton-bespoke.co.uk

Mowlem & Co Smart, mostly veneer kitchens with bespoke design options. Tel 020 7610 6626 mowlemandco.com

Neptune Simple, fitted kitchen units with a clean Shaker ethic. Tel 01793 427300 neptune.com

Parlour Farm Cotswold kitchen company offering a range of styles, from classic to contemporary. Tel 01285 885336 parlourfarm.com

Plain English Bespoke design company

specialising in traditional joinery with a Georgian mood. Tel 01449 774028 plainenglishdesign.co.uk

Podesta Fully bespoke handmade kitchens from designer Matt Podesta. Tel 01494 677770 podesta.uk.com

Rencraft Handmade solid-wood kitchens from Tunbridge Wells. Tel 01732 762682 rencraft.co.uk

Richard Baker Furniture Elegantly classic and modern kitchens with a tailored twist. Tel 020 8336 1777 richardbakerfurniture.co.uk

Second Nature Offering of 60 kitchens available in a variety of ranges and materials. sncollection.co.uk

Simon Taylor Manufacturers of bespoke kitchens and other fitted items.

Tel 01296 488207 simon-taylor.co.uk

Smallbone of Devizes Luxury customisable kitchens and other fitted items. Tel 020 7589 5998 smallbone.co.uk

Stephen Graver Wiltshire workshop making kitchens in a range of styles, painted and unpainted. Tel 01380 871746 stephengraver.com

Teddy Edwards Classic kitchen ranges named after great British racing circuits. Tel 01865 404960 teddyedwards.co.uk

The Secret Drawer Yorkshire furniture company designing kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms and studies. Tel 01756 797800 secret-drawer.co.uk

Thomas & Thomas Handmade furniture fitted by expert cabinetmakers.

Tel 01235 851144 thomasthomas.net

Tim Moss Wide range of bespoke classic and contemporary designs. Tel 020 8444 9911 timmoss.co.uk

Tom Howley Bespoke, mostly framed and painted kitchens with a timeless appearance. Tel 0161 8481200 tomhowley.co.uk

Underwood kitchens Classic English kitchen collections with the option to customise designs. underwoodfurniture.com

Unfitted Free-standing kitchen furniture in country styles. Tel 01608 650065 unfitted.co.uk

Woodstock Kitchens A range of kitchen styles, from high gloss to painted. Tel 020 8876 0131 woodstockfurniture.co.uk

John Lewis of Hungerford

Martin Moore

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