Kitchens
The Soho Gloss Light Grey kitchen
from Benchmarx Kitchens and
Joinery. Prices start from £1,626 (inc.
VAT) for an eight-cupboard kitchen.
Creating the perfect kitchen-diner
Bella Glenn, design
expert at Benchmarx
Kitchens comments on
considerations when
creating a kitchen-diner:
“When creating a joint kitchen and
dining area, you want to create a feeling
of openness. However, there is a danger
that the room can easily lose definition
and simply become an open space
without purpose.
To avoid this, and if space allows, an
island unit will help break up lines and
give clearer function to each area.
“Split level islands add interest to any
kitchen and incorporating a practical
lower breakfast bar or table lets you
bring in a contrast. Try a wooden
surface and upstands against the gloss
of the Soho Gloss Light Grey for a
designer look with a practical edge. Not
only will this serve as a great place to
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share meals on the go, but also a multi-
function office space - ideal for the
occasions where you need to work from
home or where homework needs to be
completed before dinner.
“A premium, natural material works
well for this surface, such as Herregards
Oak as shown. Complement with
wooden chopping boards and chairs
with wooden legs to establish a unified
look.