Design

  • Design | Islands and peninsulas: when they work — and when they don’t

    Kitchen islands are still one of the most requested features I design. But an island only works if the room has earned one. By Ewan PalmerQualified Interior Designer & Founder, Palmer & Palmer Kitchen islands are still hugely popular, and I can see why. Done properly, an island can transform a room. It can add…

  • Design | Compact and narrow kitchens: making every centimetre work

    Compact kitchen ideas, clever layouts and the new appliances that can make a tight space work surprisingly hard. By Ewan PalmerQualified Interior Designer & Founder, Palmer & Palmer I love designing smaller kitchens. A big room gives you options. A small one makes you think more and helps you make better decisions. There’s nowhere for…

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    Inspiration | Planning the right kitchen for your space

    Before you decide on an island, galley or an L-shape, start with the room itself. By Ewan PalmerQualified Interior Designer & Founder, Palmer & Palmer When people start planning a new kitchen, they tend to start with the things they can see. The door style, colour, worktop and so on. Perhaps the range cooker they’ve…

  • Planning your kitchen

    What to expect when you’re planning a kitchen A new kitchen is one of the biggest changes you’ll make to your home, and a little thought before the design begins makes all the difference. Here is how we think about a kitchen, and what is worth considering before your first visit. A practical guide to…