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EXPERT DESIGNERS FROM WREN KITCHENS HIGHLIGHT THE HOT STYLES HEADING OUR WAY kitche n
hanks to lockdown, home improvement spending is soaring – and after a long, dull winter, many of us want to
embrace colour, creativity and light in our spaces. Bright, vibrant splashes of colour are going to be big news in kitchens, with fresh pastels particularly prominent. Used correctly, colours like blush pink can add another dimension to your kitchen and modernise the feel. Add some pastels with subtle features and small appliances – the trend works especially well when contrasted against a simple, minimalist backdrop. No matter how you choose to use colour in your kitchen, take care not to overwhelm: use it to liven up your space, without diluting the core colour scheme. MONOCHROME MASTERCLASS Trending at the other end of the scale are monochrome palettes: think blacks and rich, dark shades, crisp whites and timeless greys. This look is formed with two-tone designs, boldly dark cabinetry sitting smartly against contrasting clean white walls, marbled surfaces and monochromatic tiling. The beauty of monochrome is the choice of shades across the entire colour’s spectrum, allowing you to blend tones without steering from your chosen scheme. It’s pretty hard to mess up, too! TREASURE ISLAND Kitchen islands never go out of style, and for good reason. Forming a statement centrepiece in any kitchen, they’re
IMAGES Pastel elements add dimensions to kitchens (top), while metallic accents provide a statement (right). Kitchen islands remain in style (above) and monochrome is timeless (below)
HEAVY METAL Metallic accents are one of the easiest and most effective ways of introducing statement elements into your kitchen, and you can make them work with any existing colour scheme or style. A charming copper finish, from piping, lighting, and vintage cookware, works a treat in a traditional space, while silvery touches can go a long way towards taking your luxurious modern kitchen up a notch. Alternatively, if working around a limited layout, you can deliver character through surface-top accessories, subtle light fixtures, and cabinet handles. Wren Kitchens is a manufacturer and retailer of kitchens with branches across the UK, including at the Beehive Centre here in Cambridge. Browse the range at wrenkitchens.com
functional from breakfast until cocktail hour, and look reliably great. Suited to a wide array of styles, you can design an island to complement your chosen layout, whether classic or contemporary. SLEEK SOPHISTICATION Super-sleek styles continue to be a popular choice, achieved through seamless cabinetry, integrated appliances and surfaces that emanate smooth luxury. Choose modern appliances for your walls and surfaces and hide storage behind handle-free displays that provide a pristine finish.
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