As a kitchen editor who has lived through more than a few trends cycles, I can officially say that current craze for lived-in kitchens is the best I've ever seen. Creating a homely space has never been more important than it is now, with more of us using our cooking zones as dual-purpose rooms for living and hosting, which is where the 'soft kitchen' trend comes into play.
The soft kitchen is an ode to a comfortable cooking space that encourages your family to sit, stay and socialise while you're cooking - turning a practical family kitchen into a convivial heart of your home.
