There’s been think-piece after think-piece written on the colour grey, an interior design staple that waxes and wanes through the years, sometimes peaking in popularity and sometimes fading into the periphery - but it’s still there. Whether it’s a warm grey wall with white skirting and shabby-chic decor in a suburban family home or a heavy, dark tone in an architect-designed property, grey endures through many an interior design trend.…

While much of the kitchen has traditionally been designed for functionality, modern design means functionality and fashion blend increasingly seamlessly. Unsightly appliances and items can be hidden from view while still being easily accessible, and the popularity of open shelving and display units puts a heavier emphasis on the visibility of decorative items within the kitchen.   Often overlooked in the search for areas to display decorative items is the…

As kitchen designers, we’re at the forefront of the big trends in kitchen design - clients regularly come to us with ideas they’ve put together or picked up from sites like Pinterest and we help them take those ideas and turn it into something functional, beautiful, and fashionable that suits their needs. Recently, I’ve seen a big increase in the number of clients looking for two-tone kitchens, and so I’ve…

When designing a small kitchen, it’s crucial to use every centimetre of space. We’ve covered this briefly in a previous blog post, Tiny Kitchens, Tinier Budget, but there’s so much to say on it, we’re writing a whole other one too.   Small kitchens are a common problem, and yet one that’s difficult to solve even when it’s possible to completely redesign the room. It requires a lot of designer…

“Unicorn themed” is a descriptor we’ve all heard hundreds of times at this point, and yet our collective desire for unicorn-themed things shows no signs of slowing down - unicorn clothes, unicorn food, unicorn hair, unicorn pool inflatables… and now, the unicorn kitchen. Yep, you heard that right - the unicorn kitchen. Really, it shouldn’t be that surprising; surely this is the inevitable conclusion to this all-consuming trend, and how…

Open-plan was once gospel for kitchen and living design; the perfect way to create a combined space for doing homework, brewing a mug of coffee, and socialising with the family. With the popularity of open-plan through the roof, there came a better understanding of when open-plan doesn’t always work, and increasingly designers have seen the need for a more separated space which still feels social. Meet ‘broken-plan’, set to be…

Shaker doors, real wood, and decadent decor are staples of the classic country kitchen. Having waned in popularity over recent years in favour of sleek modernism, we’ve noticed a real comeback in traditional styling, with clients looking for the practicality and aesthetics of a country kitchen.   It’s worth noting, however, that there have been some contemporary updates to the original classic. Coming in the form of colour and design…

A problem many of us face when moving into a new property, whether it’s purchased or rented, is a small kitchen. Often overlooked, or previously renovated to a poor standard, the kitchen of a property can be a real challenge. Another hurdle to overcome can often be price too - if you’ve just moved, be it as a tenant or house-owner, it’s always a time of tightened budgets! The following…

So, you’ve decided you want to redesign your kitchen - now to consider the layout. Layout is key, as often space is wasted due to poor design. An always popular layout is the U-shaped kitchen, which is similar is style to a galley kitchen but utilises one end of the run of cabinets as well.   There are a number of pros to a U-shaped kitchen which can be credited…

The all-white everything kitchen has been an interior-design staple of the last few years, but recently we’ve noticed colour creeping back into even the most modern of kitchen set ups. Here are a few ideas on how to incorporate a dash of colour into even the most contemporary of kitchens, while keeping that spacious, light feel. Cabinets Your cabinets are the building blocks of your kitchen. Often reduced to merely…

Modernising Your Dark Wood Kitchen When considering materials for use in your new kitchen, wood is always a popular choice. Durable, stylish, and cost effective, using wood in your cooking space can be both a fashionable and practical choice. Dark shades are particularly en vogue at present, no longer solely the domain of mid-century retro kitchens, especially when paired with large windows and natural light, as they create stark, dramatic…

Advantages of an L-Shaped Kitchen The Kitchen is a busy place in the home, so making the best of it is a kitchen designer’s forte. One of the more popular layouts, the L-shaped kitchen has a great deal of potential. So what are the advantages an L-shaped kitchen can add to your home? Use a reputable company - They make for a more spacious area, so the feeling of more…

Watch out for unscrupulous practises We want to make sure that any potential customer receives the best service possible and to be very happy with the kitchen they have purchased. Take a look at this article overpaying for installation on the differences on installation costs you can expect from the larger chains where the same kitchen when purchased from the same chain of company. Use a reputable company At Rigid…

Things to think about before you start Before you get started it is important to understand just how much activity goes on in your kitchen. Apart from cooking, eating and drinking, you might be lucky enough to have a kitchen which is big enough to do your entertaining/socialising in . In order to get the best out of your kitchen then it will need to be both beautiful and functional.…