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aLL IN a RoWGalley layouts for rooms of all sizes

launched in 1999, Beautiful Kitchens is

the UK’s only magazine dedicated solely

to kitchens. We publish six issues a year,

offering an inspiring mix of the best real

case studies in the market, useful advice

features, buyer’s guides, shopping, room

ideas, decorating and planning features.

Who is our reader? Beautiful Kitchens’

readers are smart, sophisticated and

confident in their own style, but it may be some time since they

last bought a kitchen and so our magazine is there to support their

design journey every step of the way, from early browsing and

collecting ideas, to finding the right designer, choosing appliances

and selecting the perfect finishing touches. Our readers are actively

involved in the process of buying a quality kitchen, offering the

kitchen industry an excellent opportunity to talk to – and connect

with – a highly engaged audience that appreciates great design.

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Feature LINDA CLAYTON Photography DARREN CHUNG

Another levelDespite being several feet below

the ground floor, this space is bright thanks to open stairs that lead from a

glass room above and two sets of large doors opening onto an excavated patio

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BENEATHWhat lies

Adriana and Martin Fletcher had to dig deep

underground to achieve an open-plan kitchen-diner with links to the garden

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Feature DEBORAH OSBORNE-WALKER Photography RICHARD GADSBY

NATURAL SELECTION

Creating a home from scratch gave Olivia and Clive Dempsey the chance to plan their ideal kitchen – with wood, brick and a touch of rustic

Beautiful brickA traditional range is the perfect

addition to the couple’s farmhouse kitchen. To continue the rustic

theme, a wall was created using bricks from the worker’s cottage, which originally stood on the site

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Custom colourJo has a real eye for colour – not only has she transformed the cupboards, she also painted the top of the Ikea table in a vibrant shade of teal

Room with a viewBy reconfiguring the downstairs rooms, Jo and Adam Carmichael have created a family-friendly open-plan kitchen-diner. Enjoying breakfast while admiring the view from the perfectly positioned Ikea table is a highlight of life in the house

Less is more Feature HAYLEY GILBERT  Photography CAMERA PRESS/CHRIS WARNES

stylist jo carmichael used a wealth of clever ideas to create a striking kitchen on a shoestring for her sydney home

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Feature and styling MAXINE BRADY Photography ALEX JAMES

Bright outlook This part of the building

used to house a sauna and the structure has been extended to make the

most of the natural setting. ‘I don’t mind peeling

potatoes any more, as I can look out over the

garden,’ says Joy

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LEVEL BESTA vast island made of English oak has the drama and scale to match Joy and Rob Brown’s inspired modernist kitchen

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THIRD TIME LUCKY Practice makes perfect and Anne and Neil Blundell have put decades of kitchen renovation know-how to the test to achieve their third, and final, dream kitchen.

THE OWNERS Anne Blundell, a social work manager, and husband Neil, a company director. They have two daughters, Laura, 22, and Olivia, 19.

THEIR HOME A late 1950s detached red brick home in Warwickshire with four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

THE PROJECT The previous kitchen featured light ash cabinets with a breakfast bar and small separate dining table.

KITCHEN SIZE 4.7m x 4.1m

DESIGNER Andreas Quansah of Alexander Lewis, 01858 469569, alexanderlewis.com

CABINETRY Bespoke birch cabinets with MDF doors painted in Farrow & Ball’s Hardwick White and Shaded White. Beech drawer interiors, oak shelving.

BUDGET From £23,000 for a

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paint palette was selected to make the

most of the natural light that floods in from the

south-facing garden.

No strangers to kitchen renovations, this is the third time Anne and Neil Blundell have installed a new kitchen in the family home they have now lived in for 21

years. Various layout permutations have been tried and tested, including a central table with units all around that offered bags of storage but was too disparate. Next came a separate breakfast bar with smaller table, neither of which provided sufficient space. “This time we wanted an island with a really spacious, workable break-fast bar area, and a sociable layout that would make it easy to entertain,” says Anne. The space itself has also evolved

over the years, including a knock-through project that opened the kitchen into the dining room and the installation of two large glass doors leading to the garden. Both improvements have enhanced the social aspect of the room, but the couple also wanted the new kitchen to feel even more spacious by opting for the bare minimum number of cabinets and a relaxed, open layout. “Actually we’ve pared back the storage each time, by fine-tuning contents and relocating baking equipment and infrequently used items to the utility room,” says Anne. “One of our biggest lessons has been the realisation that a really efficient kitchen is all about having the things you use most closest to

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Real-life kitchen stories are very much at the heart of Beautiful Kitchens

magazine. We have at least 9 case studies in every issue, and we only take

the strongest designs, with the best ideas. We commission and buy the

highest quality photography and we interview both homeowners and

designers to get a full and rounded insight into what makes each project

special. We credit all key elements, making it easy for our readers to follow

up on the products and services that catch their eye.

stRiKing ROOm schemes aRe at the heaRt Of OUR magazine

our kitchens

eXPert ADViceclear, concise information is essential to anyone undertaking a kitchen project.

Our two sets of advice features cover all the core subjects every issue, and help

our readers get the most from the designs, products and services on offer.

FOCUS FEATURESscattered throughout the magazine, our second set of advice and shopping pages

covers specific materials, design ideas and shopping. towards the back of the

magazine, we focus more on lifestyle subjects, with food, travel and interviews.

help With all the design decisiOns that need tO Be made,

fROm layOUts and caBinetRy tO flOORing and lighting

RIGHT Designed by Hofman Dujardin architects, this island is wrapped in Glacier White Corian. A panel of Hot Red and designer lighting add extra impact

LEFT A striking combination of granite and walnut creates a slinky, s-shaped island in the Kensington kitchen by Davonport

BELOW Calcutta stone and hardwood surfaces provide a stark contrast and clearly separate the prep and dining areas in this imposing Duemilaotto kitchen from Boffi

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This stainless-steel central station from the

Elmar Kitchens range at Laurence Pidgeon,

includes a prep sink and two burners for a

practical work table with industrial style

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makes a good layout has had to adapt. The

island workstation is a shining example.

Although its primary function is to cut down on

the distance between key work areas, and to provide plenty of prep

space, it has also become an important kitchen feature in its

own right. Designers frequently specify a different colour or

material for the island to create a striking focal point, and

more and more are turning to new materials to create dynamic

shapes and installations, highlighting this great feature with

a show-stopping extractor hood or statement lighting.

FORM AND FINISHA large-scale island allows the kitchen layout to be much simpler – so simple, in fact, it can be just a single wall of full-height cabinets, housing built-in ovens, coffee maker, fridge and freezer, with the island running parallel. This idea may feel modern and streamlined, but it isn’t too far removed from the ‘work table’ concept used in larger Victorian and Edwardian kitchens. A huge central table was used for preparation, serving, and as a general multipurpose surface. Many of the traditional bespoke manufacturers still include a work table/butcher’s block in their repertoire, often with a slatted storage shelf beneath, which is ideal for storing large ceramics and cookware. Contemporary kitchen designers are also moving towards ‘open’ island designs – which are essentially a large-scale table with shelves and storage below. It’s a lighter look than we’ve been used to, although imposing monolithic rectangular blocks are still popular, especially when clad in a striking finish, such as marble, concrete, burnished metal or bookmatched wood veneer.

SHAPE SHIFTINGModern materials, such as composites, allow for more fluid shapes such as curves and angles. You may have to work that bit harder to get decent storage out of a curved island but the real bonus here is improved flow. Curves are an excellent way to guide users around the space – keeping guests and children away from hot spots while still giving access to the drinks stations. Modern materials, especially Corian, Silestone and Caesarstone, lend themselves particularly well to creating curves, perhaps embracing integral sinks and drainers and extending the sweeping lines into side-supports.

PRACTICAL PREPThe main idea behind an island is to increase worktop space. It’s a joy to be able to spread out baking and prep equipment across a surface that is deeper than the limited 60cm that’s the norm for standard cabinetry. An island can be split into various areas – perhaps including prep, baking, serving and dining zones – demarcated by using different levels and materials. The dining/breakfast bar space is often

CENTRE STAGEFar from just an extra prep surface, the super island is a

feature-packed statement piece at the heart of the kitchen

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Expert adviceAdvice | Kitchen Gallery

when it comes to using colour in the kitchen, the temptation is to play it safe with neutrals – after all, a new scheme is a big investment and you want it to last for many years without looking dated. But vibrant hues will add warmth and personality to a room, especially if your kitchen is part of a larger living space, and you intend to spend a lot

of time there. And the good news is that you don’t have to go overboard, unless, of course, colour is your thing. Something as simple as paint is easy to update if you tire of it, bright accessories, such as chairs or blinds, feel even less permanent, and don’t overlook lighting – a good scheme can be programmed to add, and change, the colour on demand. Appliance

manufacturers are very canny with colour, especially for those pieces that are designed to be a focal point, such as a range cooker or a retro-style fridge freezer. As with any decorating scheme, take time to explore your chosen palette and always try out swatches in situ so you can see how they’ll look, but also how they change with the light at different times of day.

the look... try adding colour to your kitchen design – there’s a shade out there to suit any space

Splashing outGlass splashbacks not only give a clean, streamlined finish, but they can also be back-painted in any shade, making them a great way to add a pop of colour without going overboard. The deep-purple splashback in this Mowlem & Co kitchen has a textured finish for visual interest. Kitchens from Mowlem & Co start at £30,000.

Hot trendCreate an impact by choosing from the increasingly wide selection of appliances in bright shades, such as this Mercury 1200 range cooker in Blueberry, £3,470. Available in eight different finishes, from white to purple, a large design like this looks great next to wood or plain cabinets.

Shining exampleThe gloss red finish of the kitchen in this listed barn in Suffolk was chosen for its striking contrast with the natural materials throughout the space. Kitchens from the Arcos range by Schmidt, in hi-gloss Porpora, start at £6,500 including standard appliances.

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1 The Linear is a great design for coordinating with white worktops and cabinetry. From £211, Abode 2 A great choice for a kitchen island, the Pivot can rotate 360 degrees so you can rinse the sink and twist it round to fill a pan on the hob. From £822, Dornbracht 3 The control for the Electronic PuraVida Kitchen Mixer, £1,782, Hansgrohe, can be set apart from the tap column in the most ergonomically sound spot 4 This single-lever Holt mixer is finished in polished chrome with a granite band. From £183, Caple 5 The chrome Saros stands out for its sculptural style and ergonomically shaped pull-out spray. From £481, KWC 6 Tall and sleek, the

BlancoVonda, £355, Blanco, has modern looks, a compact control and a black soft-grip spout 7 No more waiting for the kettle to boil, the Minerva Helix 3 in 1, by Franke, provides hot, cold and instant boiling water from one tap. From £1,195 8 The swivelling spout of Villeroy & Boch’s stainless-steel Como, £368, makes it a practical choice 9 The levers of the Astonian bridge mixer can be operated with your elbows when your hands are full, £350, Aston Matthews 10 The Aspire Single Lever teams bold curves with sleek straight lines, to create an up-to-date twist on the traditional swan-neck mixer tap, from £299, Rangemaster

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decorate … warm tones of copper add sophisticated elegance that will only get better over time

Copper may be the material of the moment but that’s not to say it’s a flash in

the pan. Warm, elegant and with a finish that ages beautifully, it works a

particular magic in the kitchen, evoking the timeless appeal of the classic

French kitchen with its rows of polished cookware. Yet it can also be

strikingly modern – a material an architect might use to bring a creative, organic feel to

surfaces, or the perfect touch to add warmth to an industrial scheme. Whether used on

large expanses or as a final accent, it’s a dramatic material that makes an impact.

F I N I S H I N G L I N E SIf you have your heart set on something bespoke, consider using a cladding service, illustrated here in an architect’s kitchen. The beauty of unvarnished copper is that it will oxidise over time, developing a stunning patina like no other. This rich, luxurious look will be an investment, but it’s one you’re not likely to tire of.Benchmark offers copper cladding – price on application PH

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Advice | Plan

plan... The perfect kitchen extension is more than just a place to cook: the ultimate modern kitchen is a clever, multitasking space that is designed for living and entertaining

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In this extension, social interaction between the cook and the rest of the

room was key, so the breakfast bar and table are aligned. Metallic Anthracite and White hi-gloss

cabinetry by Neil Lerner maximises the light, while the green in the

splashback and pendant lights echo the fresh hues of the garden

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cook... the latest statement

appliances will create a stunning focal point in

your kitchen and help you prepare food like a pro

W hisper it quietly, but the secret to a successful kitchen is practicality, not prettiness.

Bespoke cabinets with designer flourishes may look the part, but it’s the hard-working

appliances that will get your pastry to puff and your crackling crisp. And, while built-in

equipment remains popular, there’s also a trend for stand-out pieces – the kind you design

a kitchen around. The way we interact with our appliances is changing fast, too, with touchscreen technology

allowing even the most complicated multifunction oven to be controlled by the tap of a finger. ‘Today’s

kitchen has to fit into our increasingly complex, integrated and multifaceted lifestyles,’ says Mark Elmore,

head of industrial design at Fisher & Paykel. ‘Not only must it look good, it has to make us look good, too.’

thanks to jamie, hugh, nigel and nigella, and the phenomenal success of shows like Masterchef, cooking is something to get excited about again. Admittedly, the professionals make it look easy – and a far cry from the reality of most family dinner times – but, thanks to improved technology and a better understanding of the home cook’s needs, the latest ovens and hobs offer greater freedom. New functions include hi-tech timers that prevent a pan from

bubbling over, steam injection to keep meats moist and vegetables firm, and programs that practically cook complex dishes for you. Even luxury gadgets, such as sous-vide systems – usually reserved for the smartest of restaurants – are now available for the home.

While eye-catching range cookers and extractors can still provide a wonderful centrepiece to the kitchen, modern built-in ovens in eye-popping shades are also enjoying their moment in the spotlight.

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OPPOSITE PAGE The La Cornue W. range completely reinvents the traditional cooking set-up. This Line CornuFé 110 hob costs from £4,368 ABOVE LEFT With bespoke storage and matching hood, La Cornue’s Château is the ultimate kitchen island. Prices from

£40,000 ABOVE RIGHT Whether installed horizontally or vertically, the new PureLine range from Miele coordinates perfectly with its matching trim, handles and proportions. Prices start from £900 for the ESW6229 Gourmet warming drawer

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to suit both classic and contemporary kitchens

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surface … paint technology has provided us with cleaner, greener paints for kitchens, opening up a whole world of colour that’s tough as well as beautiful

V2 BK Advice paint Oct CH KW.indd 1 23/08/2013 13:07IN THE KNOW…Our main advice hub includes six main features every issue:plan… creating the bones of a project, from designing an extension and

understanding what makes a good layout to choosing the right kitchen company.

cOOK… chill… Our core appliance feature makes sense of all the latest

technology, explaining function, efficiency and how to make the best choice.

the lOOK… six pages of gorgeous kitchen inspiration.

sURface... practical and design advice for hard-working finishes for floors, walls,

splashbacks, covering topics such as materials, tiles and paint.

decORate… trends, key looks and innovative ways to add character.

shOp… a useful directory-style sourcebook for everything from lighting to seating.

neWsand everyone wants to know what’s new. Beautiful Kitchens has two

comprehensive news sections. the first is product-led with sections on

kitchen ranges, appliances and accessories, while our lifestyle news

brings kitchen dreams to life with great products, food and events, as

well as hotels and amazing escapes for while the work is underway.

objects of beautyall things great and small to bring your kitchen to life

Find more shopping tips and trends at housetohome.co.uk/beautifulkitchens

News | Shopping

Prints charming. Sonja wallpaper, £65 per roll, Sandberg, 0800 731 9622, sandbergab.se/enScribble in style.

Black Magnetic chalk board, dia50cm, £67, Skandivis, 0845 226 3104, skandivis.co.uk

Just the thing to light up worktops. Cheyne wall light in Chalk, £50, Garden Trading, 0845 608 4448, gardentrading.co.uk

A sturdy little server with utilitarian appeal. Block table, h38 x w64 x d50cm, £153, by Simon Legald for Normann Copenhagen at SCP, 020 7739 1869, scp.co.uk

Super storage for rustic kitchens.

General Store sideboard, h92 x w140 x d45cm,

£499, Sainsbury’s, sainsburys.co.uk

Steel by name but wood by nature – and beautiful too. Steel chair in White, h77 x w46 x d47cm, £295, Folklore, 020 7354 9333, shopfolklore.com

Light relief with delicious pattern. Batik, 10 x 10cm, £60sq m, Topps Tiles, 0800 023 4703, toppstiles.co.uk

An investment piece that’s totally bespoke. The Herringbone table, h74 x w200 x d98.5cm, £30,000, by Bethan Gray for Lapicida, 020 3012 1000, lapicida.com

Soften open-plan kitchen schemes.

Maroq rug, l230 x w160cm, £275, Cox

& Cox, 0844 858 0734, coxandcox.co.uk

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kitchen essentialsthe latest looks for cabinets, sinks and surfaces

FRESH BEGINNINGS Proof that painted kitchens can look contemporary comes in the

shape of this Linear store cupboard from Harvey Jones. Head to London’s Notting Hill to visit the

company’s newest showroom, which features seven Inspiration room displays. Kitchen prices from £18,000. 25 Chepstow Corner, London W2 4XE, 0800 389 6938, harveyjones.com

Cool country Classic country style

is reinvented in the Vermont collection

from Underwood. Simple painted

cabinets in cool white and dark grey are

teamed with classic marble surfaces and

subway tiles for a look that’s clean, fresh and

totally up to date. Kitchens cost from

around £35,000, Underwood, 01296

771801, underwood furniture.com

NATURAL BEAUTY Cork is a fantastic natural material that’s often underrated. The Heritage flooring collection from Granorte is a combination of cork topped with wood that boasts underfoot comfort, thermal and sound insulation, and is easy to care for. Heritage Walnut costs £62.20sq m, Granorte, 01785 711131, granorte.co.uk

ERGONOMIC DESIGN

The vertical spout of the Metris mixer by

Hansgrohe can be pulled out and used as a spray

and it clicks securely back into place after thanks to a

MagFit magnetic holder. Priced from £332,

Hansgrohe, 01372 472001, hansgrohe.co.uk

We’re loving the return of pattern to tiles and these Mano Pop metro brick tiles are a distinctive and sophisticated choice. They cost £386sq m for the 5 x 15cm size and are available at Laurence Pidgeon, 020 7610 6166, laurencepidgeon.com

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Why hop on a plane, when you can soak up all the inspiration you need on a trip to the Big Smoke with a night or two at the recently opened One Leicester Street Hotel? Housed in a Georgian building set in the heart of London’s Chinatown, it’s a dumpling’s throw away from design shops, interior showrooms, museums and galleries

to rival those of New York, Paris and Milan. Part of the exclusive Unlisted Collection, the stylish dining room is its main draw; designed by Universal Design Studio (responsible for the interiors of Mulberry, Liberty and Canteen), it’s a beautiful blend of pared-back elegance and rustic touches, with smart grey shutters, rich oak parquet

flooring and simple copper lights. The rooms are equally chic with New England-style panelling and crisp white bedlinen. In the kitchen – fresh from the Michelin-starred St John Chinatown – chef/patron Tom Harris serves up tasty British produce on a daily changing menu. Rooms from £195, 020 3301 8020, oneleicesterstreet.com

EAT, COOK, ESCAPEwhether you’re dreaming of life in your new kitchen, or simply need a break from the builders, a few luxuries will help you on your way

KITCHEN ESSENTIALS

Ever wished you had Jamie or Gordon on speed dial? Well Leiths

How to Cook (£30, Quadrille) is the next best thing. From the

famous School of Food and Wine, this is brimming with step-by-step

instructions on food preparation techniques. Buy at the special price of £25 by calling 01256

302699 and quoting 9EC. And, from the former chef, food writer

and TV cook, Simon Hopkinson Cooks (£25, Ebury Press) is a feast

of top-notch recipes. Simon has tested and tweaked his favourite

dishes. Buy for just £21 – call 01206 255800 and quote ‘BeautKitchen’.

Offers end 30 November 2013 and include UK p&p.

CLEARLY LOVELYTake time out and find inspiration in Rotterdam, a city famed for its modern architecture, with a stay at the new Mainport Hotel. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of the harbour, there are cosy fireplaces to snuggle beside, bathrooms are luxurious with walk-in showers and there’s a spa area on the 8th floor. Rooms cost from €150, designhotels.com/mainport

SPICE OF LIFE Turn autumnal hotpots into Moorish dishes. Habitat’s tagine, £20, is a simple pleasure that will happily go from oven to table, 0844 499 1111, habitat.co.uk

A fine pairWhatever’s on the menu, these wine-and-food matching tea towels from Hunkydory Home are a corking guide to pairing a robust red or a fruity white with the dish of the day. Made in the UK, they cost £10 each, 0191 645 4004, hunkydoryhome.co.uk

GLORIOUS FOODNestled near the Earl of Plymouth’s estate in the Shropshire countryside, the award-winning Ludlow Food Centre now has a fabulous restaurant with a top team in the kitchen. The menu makes the most of the bountiful produce available on site so expect seasonal and fresh. Ludlow Kitchen, 01584 856020, ludlowkitchen.co.uk

happy returnIt’s good to see the River Cottage back in action. Razed by fire 18 months ago, the 17th-century barn in Axminster has been brought back to life complete with a new teaching area. Head there for foraging, game cookery, and curing and smoking days from £180, 01297 630300, rivercottage.net

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