With their grand proportions, the rustic charm of wooden beams, and often original stone flooring,…
With their grand proportions, the rustic charm of wooden beams, and often original stone flooring, it’s easy to see why barn conversions have become increasingly popular in recent years. However, the initial lure of a vaulted ceiling and ample square…
Have you got plans to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee? Whether you’re attending an organised event or simply hosting a relaxed family gathering, here are 5 of our favourite British dessert recipes that are sure to go down a treat.…
With the upcoming Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, there is most definitely an air of excitement across the nation, and we don’t think it’s purely down to the 2 extra bank holiday days! The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 2022 is an opportunity…
As the focal point of the home where we all gather for cooking, dining, entertaining, socialising and even working, the interior choices we make in our kitchen, specifically the colour, is more significant than ever. In our experience, choosing the…
Colchester Institute furniture making student George Davey has won the first ever ‘Davonport Gauge of Excellence’ award. He received the new handmade trophy, designed and made in the Davonport workshop. Set up in partnership between the Colleges Wood Occupation’s…
From everyday cooking implements through to occasional use dinnerware and appliances, by their nature, kitchens are home to an eclectic mix of items. In addition, the functional implements, food goods, electrical devices, and decorative accessories also need housing, so it’s…
The popularity of green kitchens and green interiors, in general, is at an all time high, and as we move into the new year there is no sign of it slowing down. From soft sages through to bold forest greens,…
The core elements of a classic style kitchen are timeless, however, each year subtleties in designs change, with different colours, textures, and materials proving more or less popular. With 2021 coming to a close, it’s time to look forward to…
When the seasons begin to change, there's something quite comforting about a bowl of warm soup for lunch or supper. Packed full of vegetables and nutritional goodness, we’ve found some delicious homemade soup recipes that will be sure to help…
In bespoke kitchen design, curves are often used to help soften schemes, as well as sometimes being the best solution for the space. In recent times linear style kitchens have become a more popular choice than kitchens with curves.…
Our expert team of designers has witnessed many a potential mistake as homeowners try to plan their new bespoke kitchen. Here they share some of their advice and insider secrets, to help you avoid going down the same route. No…