Home ideas & kitchen inspiration
Traditional kitchens – why they work in homes of all eras
When you picture a traditional handmade kitchen, you may imagine a design that’s steeped in…
Kitchen trends 2023
When designing your dream kitchen, you’ll want it to stand the test of time but…
Why green kitchens are one of 2023 hottest trends
Green kitchens have been growing in popularity over the last couple of years, whether through…
How to mix metals in a kitchen
Mixing metals in your kitchen might sound like being asked to colour outside of the…
Gaggenau: Three centuries of heritage
Many thanks go to our esteemed partner-brand Gaggenau who has contributed this blog post by…
Energy ratings on appliances
Aesthetics are of key importance when selecting new appliances: a sleek induction hob will give…
How to design the perfect kitchen sink area
By its nature, the sink area needs to be functional, easy to clean, and designed…
Barn conversion kitchen ideas
With their grand proportions, the rustic charm of wooden beams, and often original stone flooring,…
Jubilee party recipes
Have you got plans to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee? Whether you’re attending an organised…
Why we are proud to be British
With the upcoming Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, there is most definitely an air of excitement…
Kitchen Colour Trends 2022
As the focal point of the home where we all gather for cooking, dining, entertaining,…
Davonport News: New ‘Gauge of Excellence’ award in partnership with the Colchester Institute
Colchester Institute furniture making student George Davey has won the first ever ‘Davonport Gauge…
Clear the clutter with efficient kitchen storage ideas
From everyday cooking implements through to occasional use dinnerware and appliances, by their nature, kitchens…
Davonport’s favourite green kitchen designs
The popularity of green kitchens and green interiors, in general, is at an all time…
Kitchen Trends for 2022
The core elements of a classic style kitchen are timeless, however, each year subtleties in…
Ways to make an open plan kitchen feel more homely
Kitchens that are designed as part of larger open-plan layouts can be more challenging to make feel cosy. We take inspiration from real Davonport projects to explore how to make spacious kitchens feel more inviting and homely.
Healthy homemade soup recipes
When the seasons begin to change, there's something quite comforting about a bowl of warm…
Davonport’s Design Details: Curving back around – curved kitchen designs
In bespoke kitchen design, curves are often used to help soften schemes, as well…
The seven deadly sins of bespoke kitchen design – according to our experts
Our expert team of designers has witnessed many a potential mistake as homeowners try to…



















