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Allison Lynch at Roundhouse Design, which has a showroom in Cambridge, says white cabinetry should not be overlooked: “Calming white kitchens have a timeless appeal. We’ve found people are happy with a tall run of white units that can disappear into the background, which then lets the island become more prominent. “Using natural pottery in organic shapes with dried grasses is a great example of how to soften the look of a kitchen and add a touch of creativity,” she adds. “We’re also seeing less of a need for lots of wall cupboards, with clients opting for open shelving instead, which is a brilliant way to display collections of sculptural vases, beautiful glasses and crockery.” Finally, M & J Abbs – local specialist in installing heating, plus Aga and Rayburn cookers – says that even practical elements of a kitchen can add a sense of style. The company offers classic radiators in a range of bold colours, claiming more customers are opting for natural colours – like stone and white – for Aga and Rayburn cookers. “Customers are putting more thought into how the heating system features in their interior design scheme, rather than trying to make it invisible,” says managing director Hayley Abbs. “They are opting for traditional cast-iron radiators in statement colours – even RAL colour matching. We’re also seeing more thought in the positioning of radiators. Rather than opting for the standard ‘under-the-window’ location, homeowners want to give it prominence – perhaps next to an area that doubles for home working or in a cosy reading corner. After all, why not? These elements bring the warmth to the heart of the home.” Open shelving is a brilliant way to display vases, glasses and crockery
STOCKISTS Henry Rose Interiors 01223 213231 | henryroseinteriors.com Inspired Kitchens Cambridge 01223 848620 inspiredkitchenscambridge.co.uk Kitesgrove 020 3588 0400 | kitesgrove.com M & J Abbs 01954 267267 | mjabbs.co.uk Neptune 01223 643535 | neptune.com Roundhouse Design 020 7297 6220 | roundhousedesign.com Tomas Kitchen Living 0800 023 6471 tomas-kitchen-living.co.uk Willis & Stone 01353 361843 | willisandstone.co.uk
HOT STUFF Roundhouse Design (above) suggests ditching some cupboards for shelves, while M & J Abbs (below, bottom left) specialises in high-quality cookers
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