THE STYLE BOOK KITCHEN TRENDS

Give your kitchen a fabulous refresh with these inspiring ideas – from modern Shaker styles to sleek and contemporary designs, there’s a look to suit everyone

- STEPHANIE DURRANT

the STYLE RULES

FIND YOUR FORMAT

For ultimate versatility and for everything to have its own place, combine full-height wall and floor cabinets with above-counter units and open shelving. Integrated appliances also provide a clean look.

MIX MATERIALS

Introduce subtle pattern with white marble-effect worktops and a light wood-look laminate on floors. Long white wall tiles laid in a herringbone pattern add further interest.

EMBRACE MINIMALIST STYLE

Opt for frameless, slab-fronted cabinets for a seamless look and effortless functionality. Team with simple door and drawer handles.

PICK INVITING SHADES

Swap gloss for a contemporary matt finish in a soft pastel blue or green colourway. Contrast with terracotta lighting and accessories.

THE FLOORING

Love Aqua laminate in Splash, £28.99sq m, Lifestyle Floors

Modern MATT

Team clean lines with solid colours

THE FABRIC Mukula in Watermelon/ Tangerine/Slate, £40m, Scion

THE PAINT Sima flat matt, £42 for 2.5ltr, Coat Paints

THE TILES Elements Brick matt, £39.60sq m, Porcelain Superstore

THE FLOORING Sisal Elite herringbone in Graphite, £45.90sq m, Kersaint Cobb

Country COTTAGE

Create an authentic farmhouse feel

THE FABRIC Ticking 2 in Sage, £29.50m, Ian Mankin at Jane Clayton & Co