As the focal point of the home where we all gather for cooking, dining, entertaining,…
If you are looking to create a classic kitchen with traditional features a mantel or canopy is the standalone piece that will complete this look. In this blog we look at the differences between them and the ways in which…
When you invest in a bespoke kitchen it is not just the exterior that you are investing in. A bespoke kitchen company worth their salt will be just as focused on the functionality of the room, and by this we…
Architects and designers are all focused on maximising the amount of light within buildings. From carefully considered colour choices, ergonomic furniture designs and the combination of materials used, creating the feeling of space is key. Colour trends are forever changing,…
At long last, the summer has arrived, and after another year of restrictions due to Covid-19, alfresco dining with family and friends is just the tonic that we need. BBQs are the obvious go to for summer gatherings, but there…
As a designer and manufacturer of luxury bespoke kitchens, we are often asked by clients if we can replicate styles from interiors that they have visited or seen online. Venues such as pubs, hotels and wine bars are usually the…
Sustainability is one of the buzzwords that is currently being used everywhere, but what does it mean? According to the site youmatter.world, “Sustainable is an adjective for something that is able to be sustained, i.e., something that is bearable and…
Once a room that was only found in larger homes of the more affluent, the utility/laundry room is now a sort after space for modern day, family-living and it is incorporated into the layouts of most new build homes and…
Whether you flick through the pages of a popular home magazine title or scroll through the kitchen feeds of social media platforms such as Instagram and Pinterest, it is evident that timeless handmade-style kitchens are a popular choice with UK…
When we picture a country kitchen, we think of an airy room with an iconic range oven nestled inside a traditional-style mantle, with a granite-topped island and stylish pull-out larder. However, this has not always been the case. From medieval…
The vast majority of us have experienced some degree of pressure on our living spaces over the past 12 months or so. In combination with a number of other supporting factors, the desire to improve and add to our homes…
Living near the sea on Mersea Island, our owner and MD, Richard Davonport often meets local creatives. However, the work of Turquoise Tide Artistry especially caught his eye! Having travelled all over the world with work and living by…
With all the COVID related lockdowns over the last 12 months, our homes have not only provided sanctuary but also, a place where we can socialise safely with our family and friends. Rooms that have been designed to incorporate cooking,…