An island is a statement piece in any kitchen, serving a functional purpose as well as creating a focal point in the room where people can prepare food, eat, or just hang out.

What’s your perfect kitchen design? There are several main kitchen styles to choose from when you’re starting to plan - from traditional to modern, to match any taste.

Whether you’re planning a total kitchen makeover or just giving your room a facelift, there are a lot of things to think about. From flooring and cabinets to lighting and colour schemes, there are so many ways to design your kitchen in a way that’s both functional and reflects your style.

In a clean and efficient kitchen, there’s no room for mess! With so much going on in the hub of the home it’s easy for your kitchen to become cramped and untidy, so it’s important that you have plenty of storage.

Renovating your kitchen is a big undertaking that can involve mess, stress and one of the most important rooms in your house being out of action.

What can help is having firm timeframes in place so you can keep one eye on the light at the end of the tunnel. Here are the stages of a kitchen renovation and how long you should expect your kitchen fitting to take.

When planning your kitchen renovation, the best place to start is with the layout. Our kitchen serves many purposes; with so many boxes to tick, it’s important you choose the right layout to make your kitchen as functional as possible. So, what are your options and which is best for you?