I have a soft spot for butcher block countertops. I love their beauty, warmth, how well they go with a variety of kitchen styles, and of course, their affordability. (IKEA’s ever-popular NUMERAR beech countertops start at $129 for six feet.) They do require proper care and maintenance to keep them looking their best, but if you’re okay with that, then it’s a wonderful look for the kitchen.

Whether you dream of a kitchen which is classic or contemporary, traditional or high-tech, we’d love to work with you to design and create bespoke kitchens as stunning as it is perfectly practical.

For an instant upgrade, Henderson recommends flooding the space with as much light—natural and artificial—as possible.

A lovely big island by deVOL with oiled oak worktops to match our weathered oak stools

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This grey and white kitchen shows a contemporary take on a traditional shaker style kitchen, featuring exposed oak storage solutions.

Il suffit parfois juste d'utiliser un coin, d'instaler des étagères d'angle pour obtenir un résultat épatant dans sa maison. Voici quelques inspirations

ambiance lumineuse ou feutrée

Dark blue walls? yes please! I think using blue on the walls of our homes had a bad rep for far too long, and now thankfully they've returned in the last five years or so, but in much deeper, richer colours.

Dark blue walls? yes please! I think using blue on the walls of our homes had a bad rep for far too long, and now thankfully they've returned in the last five years or so, but in much deeper, richer colours.

Our laundry room makeover is finally done! See the amazing transformation with before and after pictures!

Why wouldn’t you want to tackle the washing up in this beautiful Carisbrooke Taupe Framed kitchen? Just flip the tap and bring on the bubbles as you take in its sophisticated blend of natural wood, warm grey tones and detailed cabinetry.

It’s probably a good thing that I’m a renter. Because if I wasn’t, I’d actually have to decide on a kitchen design. And with all of the options out there, how would I ever choose?? If you are planning a renovation (or just day dreaming!), here are just a few of the spaces that I find inspiring – find your favorites and pin away! First Row: 1. The result of a stunning gut renovation by Smitten Studio, this bright, efficient cabin kitchen belies its humble beginnings.

Looking for modern kitchen ideas? Take a look at this grand kitchen-diner for inspiration. Find more design ideas at housetohome.co.uk