Interior Design

How to create a luxury kitchen look for less Benchmarx Kitchens Ruth Lavender, kitchen design expert at Benchmarx Kitchens and Joinery, explains where to spend and where to save when creating a luxury kitchen look for less:   “Working to a budget does not mean you have to forgo the luxe look of a designer kitchen. By making clever choices in your selections of cabinetry, worktops, lighting, and appliances it’s still possible to create that premium feel without overstepping on costs.   Deciding where to spend   “When working to a budget, it is essential to get the experts involved...

Autumn/winter 2023 bathroom trends Wilsonart Helen Ray-Dennett, Senior Marketing Communications Manager at Mermaid Panels, delves into the latest trends set to dominate bathroom design this autumn/winter: Dark and moody   “Embrace the dark side by opting for a design with a moody feel by incorporating a rich, opulent colour palette. A deep colour scheme can create a visually exciting space, allowing you to play around with contrasting colours and materials, such as pairing dark walls with marble, metallic and wood accents. “The key thing to remember is that dark bathrooms needn’t be dull. For added interest, introduce dark patterns on...

Autumn/winter kitchen trends Benchmarx Kitchens Ruth Lavender, design expert at Benchmarx Kitchens, outlines the trends set to dominate kitchen design this autumn/winter:  Earth tones “This autumn we’re moving away from all-white minimalist design and embracing a nature-inspired colour palette. This trend is all about taking it back to the roots by incorporating tones that reflect the natural world, offering a sense of serenity. “The beauty of earth-inspired hues is that they can be very diverse, fitting the role of a neutral base colour without being one-dimensional. This scheme also provides an opportunity to experiment with textures and materials to add...

Interest in outdoor design soars Porcelain Superstore As the mercury rises and the evenings remain lighter, homeowners are firmly fixated on the great outdoors, according to new research from independent tile specialists Porcelain Superstore. Data from Pinterest shows that interest in the term ‘home outdoor’ is currently 10,000% (yes, 10 THOUSAND%) higher than the same time last year, while ‘backyard living’ is trending 30% higher than this time last year. And for those homeowners looking to create an outdoor oasis, Porcelain Superstore have the perfect base to kick start any garden makeover with their wealth of outdoor tiles. Abbas Youssefi, Director...

Terra-hotta: Porcelain Superstore on this autumn's hottest tile trend Porcelain Superstore As Autumn approaches and thoughts naturally turn to cosying up interior spaces, one trend looks set to dominate according to new research from independent tile specialists Porcelain Superstore: terracotta. Interest in ‘terracotta DIY’ has exploded as summer draws to a close, with Pinterest reporting a 10,000% monthly change in searches. Abbas Youssefi, Director of Porcelain Superstore, said: “Terracotta’s richness and earthy hue means it is ideal for warming up interior schemes as we head into winter months. “As people move away from cool greys and clinical whites, the rustic charm...