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A 'bootility room' is the key to containing back-to-school mess – you won't go back to a regular utility room

It will be the hardest working room in your home

Ideal Home · Sep 7, 2025

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

Livingetc · Sep 7, 2025

18 Galley kitchen ideas to make the most out of a long, narrow layout

Let this Victorian style kitchen layout truly shine

Ideal Home · Sep 5, 2025

6 Dark Wood Kitchens That Prove Why We're Drawn to Them — Plus, How You Can Make These Spaces Look Their Best

From sleek modern designs to rustic farmhouse living, we are all about the dark wood kitchen and the high standards it consistently provides for our interiors

Livingetc · Aug 12, 2025

I had open shelving in my last kitchen – here's why I refused to include them in my new one

They look great, but are they the best kitchen design choice?

Ideal Home · Aug 11, 2025

How to Keep Your Pantry Cool During Sweltering Weather — And Keep Your Produce Its Best Despite the Heat

A humid pantry is one of the significant downsides of hot summer days, but with these tricks, you can learn to keep things cool without worrying about your larder's upkeep too much

Livingetc · Aug 10, 2025

Japandi and Wabi-Sabi are two of the biggest kitchen trends, but this is how to choose which one to try in 2026

Here's which is better - depending on your lifestyle

Ideal Home · Aug 1, 2025

"I've Got No Room for a Fridge in My Small Kitchen" — Here's How the UK's Best Kitchen Designers Would Make Your Space Work

Tiny kitchen? You might be struggling to find space for your bulkiest appliance, but our experts have plenty of tips, so you never have to feel like you're making sacrifices in your home.

Livingetc · Jul 12, 2025

"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

Livingetc · Jul 7, 2025

The 3 small kitchen colour mistakes to avoid for a characterful and spacious design – according to kitchen pros

These tips might surprise you

Ideal Home · Jul 5, 2025