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Kitchen Ideas: Choose a Pastel and Uplift Your Space Cook Spring

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Kitchen Ideas: Choose a Pastel and Uplift Your Space Cook Spring - I can not help but love a pastel. Whether a sweet candyfloss pink, elegant ice blue or bright lemon sorbet, pastel colors are cute, colorful and spot-on for the addition of a spring buzz to your home. Do not keep them to the bedroom or bathroom or these ice colors can bring a lot to the kitchen - be it an all-over wash subtle sage green, a mix-and-match of colors blend Sweet- store or a touch of pink rose for the prettiest pit stop in the house.
Coastal Kitchen by Torie Jayne
Torie Jayne
accessorize with retro pastels
Peppermint green, blue and baby pink sweet-almond colors are well-instill a sense of joy and gaiety in a plain white kitchen.

This is also a good way to work in pastels quickly and easily - and it's perfect if you are renting, too. Just choose small appliances, bar stools, storage boxes and other kitchen kit in a range of ice cream shades and let the 1950 flood retro love.
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sweet William
autumn to rose pink
for me, this is certainly how to channel rose in the kitchen with an effortless style and grace - and it would instantly put you in the mood for spring.

Stick to a backdrop all-over white starched and furnished with a dining table and a vintage set of chairs in the prettiest pink Turkish Delight. If you can find versions in solid wood, they are easy to paint.

Remember, if you want to paint a piece of furniture and have a specific color in mind, many paint shops now offer a color matching service so that you can get the nuance exact you desire. It is therefore worth taking the time to find the perfect shade period.

Accessorize lot with a wealth of real and fake flowers in a palette of whispery pink, blush and champagne.
Contemporary Kitchen by Marco Joe Fazio, LBIPP
Marco Joe Fazio, LBIPP
Bask in baby blue
There are not out of the elegance of ice blue. Some people might find too cold, but in a kitchen, the pale hue offers some vintage class. Team with boards of bleached wood, white subway tiles and bright white work plan for a timeless look that will run and run.
Contemporary Kitchen by Chris Snook
Chris Snook
Sit on it
classic chairs in pastel colors festival is precisely what the coup neutral kitchen needs. The pale biscuit mix and gray glass is sophisticated and timeless, yes, but the mix-and-match lemon sorbet, pistachio seats and blue sky adds a light rhythm packed with character.

If you have plain wooden chairs, why not paint each in a different color ice cream and pastels sweeten your home?
Transitional Kitchen by Figura Kitchens & Interiors
Figura Kitchens & Interiors
Lighten
pastel shades do not just look pretty - they are also clever decorating tools to enhance your kitchen, giving you color without sucking up all the natural light.

This classic cuisine, with its high, vaulted ceiling, is infused with natural light as it is, but by painting the cabinets in a soft sage, space suddenly becomes calm and sophistication, rather than clinical and naked as he could have been more obvious white.

This is a good pastel to plump for if you are reluctant to go on the blues and roses -. Offset black and stainless steel and it becomes credible and neutral livable
Contemporary Kitchen by A1 Lofts and Extensions
A1 Lofts and extensions
Dabble pink
pale pink and gray is a combo of classic color that offers a refreshing perky palette to any part of the house - including the kitchen.

In fact, just a little hint of Neapolitan pink - on the backsplash of glass and a matching refrigerator - offers a very pretty against the simple white cabinets and white walls enveloping. Anchoring the look with earthy gray bar stools and choose the pink with a little gay wall art.
Traditional Kitchen by Jackson Design & Remodeling
Jackson Design & Remodeling
Highlight with sunny yellow
fresh yellow sun is cooking perfect pick-me-up. These pretty buttercup walls and tiles in yellow and white checks are welcoming and dynamic, while the curved worktops, bar stools and chrome board with lightning cute, chic 1950s diner. What a very nice space.

Finish with pepper retro style devices, which are easily available now in the modern era, high-tech versions.

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Modern Living Room by Demetriades + Walker
Demetriades Walker +
Re-create a retro feel
regarding retro style goes, this kitchen studio did the work in every way. The barely there pistachio is the perfect antidote to fuss-free dishes units.

Throw in a classic leather chair, a round coffee table and a pair of easy chairs in a mixture of straw, caramel and burnt orange and this is a kitchen that exudes the charm of midcentury, but with masses of 21 century design influence.
Eclectic Kitchen by Raw Design
Raw design
accent with pastel
You shall certainly be fooled into an all-over pastel appreciate the appeal of these softer shades in the kitchen and dining areas. If you're still a big fan of natural materials and neutral colors, then try to suspend huge, oversized metal pendants in a blue or sunny lemon cute baby on a declaration of wooden table.

Because even a small hint of these chalky colors are sure to pep your kitchen and put a smile on your face.

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Contemporary Kitchen by Boutique Homes
Boutique Homes
color layer and texture
pastels Sheer can also be laid with bolder colors - as you would with a neutral background - but with masses more character.

These brilliant pale blue kitchen units are chic and modern, but retreating in the architecture of the room, allowing an explosion of primary colors the joint to its light fabric weird. Similarly, the rough-hewn wooden table offers a pleasant contrast to the high gloss cabinets.

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Kitchen of the week: A Cosy Cottage Kitchen With Crimson Accents

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Kitchen of the week: A Cosy Cottage Kitchen With Crimson Accents - The owners of this house from the early 19th century in Kent moved to London, and as such were more eager to take the most of the connection with nature. They realized the old dining room with French windows and a garden view, would make the kitchen-dining room perfect, so they called James Mundy, director and principal designer of JM Interiors, to help them create a cozy country space. "It was a great project altogether, James said, since all of the plumbing, electricity and heating had to be modified to meet the needs of a kitchen. However, the final design works brilliantly, staying true to a traditional country house style, but with a modern and colorful touch.
Country Kitchen by J M Interiors
JM Interiors
Cooking A glance
Who lives here A professional couple
Location Weald of Kent
Size 35 sq m
designer James Mundy JM Interiors

This stylish kitchen manages to merge the country-style comfort with chic modern touches. Exposed beams and majestic style cabinets Shaker all rely on inheritance of property, which was built in the early 1800s, but the little details bring the kitchen into the 21st century.

Suspensions, John Lewis. Spotlights, electric Regent.

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Country Kitchen by J M Interiors
JM interiors
James selected a white soothing cream color in most spacious, but interspersed with purple accents, 'just to give a bit of a wow '. colorful island unit provides the kitchen with a focal point, while additional details in the same shade as the KitchenAid, link the space together.

The current provision of the kitchen reveals notes of his past dining room of origin of the property. "The range is where the old fireplace was, says James, with the recess in the wall still visible behind the stove.

kitchen cabinets painted in Joa White Farrow & Ball. Island painted unit Incarnadine Farrow & Ball.
Traditional Kitchen by J M Interiors
JM Interiors
treating the old fireplace illustrates the goal of James to "keep the kitchen in the character of the house", while giving it a subtle modern touch. The stove and beams are traditional, but the shiny red glass backsplash fact, James said, "and a bold contemporary statement" and to visually connect with the unity of the island.

He explains that the idea of ​​covering the area with the glass was a joint decision with the owners, with him to choose glass and decide on the color.

Stove, Falcon.
Kitchen by J M Interiors
JM Interiors
French doors were in place, and lead in the large garden. Keep a constant connection to the outside was another reason for James to move customers wanted the kitchen in the old dining room.
"They have fully adopted the lifestyle of the campaign, said James, and to focus on cooking, entertaining friends and family and spend as much time as possible in the garden.
Kitchen by J M Interiors
JM Interiors
The floor the kitchen is laid with porcelain tiles. "Porcelain is something that we advise many clients to use," said James. "They give the appearance of a stone floor, but are much more practical for life from day to day."
Traditional Kitchen by J M Interiors
JM Interiors
an array of fresh herbs on the windowsill of advice to the love of cooking couple and beautifully brings a touch of nature inside. The blinds and curtains to match the French windows, incorporate purple buttons, and were purchased by the customer.

enamel cast ink s iron Kohler.
Kitchen by J M Interiors
JM Interiors
the round table and matching chairs are all original clients, and in fact were part of the conditions in the memory. They were eager to place their table in the bay window overlooking the garden, and the rest of the kitchen was built with the idea in mind. "It was always going to be a little sitting area, James said.
Traditional Kitchen by J M Interiors
JM Interiors
Another component main memory was this custom larder, which was custom made by JM Interiors. It was designed in close collaboration with customers. "They wanted decent trundle bed storage, says James, which is why they included four spacious drawers cart. Solid oak door shelves offer extra space for spices and condiments. The larder is also equipped with LED lighting, which comes automatically when the doors are open.

James explains that these kinds of cellars are increasingly popular with many customers gravitate toward individual, furniture custom parts rather than relying solely on open shelves. The entire package, which also houses the fridge and shelves and cabinets, is designed as the main storage area. "This leaves the rest of the kitchen completely open, James said.

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Kitchen by J M Interiors
JM Interiors
James decided to add two rows of oak open shelving to fill the gap between the window and French doors, and keep small everyday objects, easily accessible.

Although at first glance the kitchen countertops seem to be made of marble, they are made of granite. "Granite for kitchen surfaces is a product more suitable, James said. 'Marble tends to be very soft and scratches easily, while granite is much more resistant, durable and resistant. "The circle in the center is a EVOline Port pop-up containing modules and USB connectors - thoroughly 21st century, but without making an impact on this friendly country plan.

granite worktops, Apex Masonry.

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Kitchen of the week: Soft Hues create a calm atmosphere in a Georgian cuisine

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Kitchen of the week: Soft Hues create a calm atmosphere in a Georgian cuisine - "When I got to look at this kitchen, it was everywhere, said James Horsfall Bath Kitchen Company" had to. continue to walk from one side to the other, it was a messy space and it did not feel good to be in. "James suggested dividing the room into a third and two thirds, with the dining table occupant third and kitchen cabinets and appliances taking most. "I wanted to give the owners a quiet functional space with the feel of another reception room rather than a kitchen, said James.

Completed in late 2013, the kitchen is now a functional domain of the family with a relaxed atmosphere. Storage cleverly fits around original features and most appliances are hidden. the redesign of James pressed the value every corner, so there is room for a lot of worktop space, a generous island and dining table. Now, owners can relax, have fun and, of course, cook here effortlessly.
Traditional Kitchen by Bath Kitchen Company
Bath Kitchen Company
Cooking A glance
Who lives here A family of four
Location Bath Central, Somerset
Size 6m x 4.5m. The house has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with a separate apartment in the basement
built 1793
Designer James Horsfall Bath Kitchen Company

previous kitchen has a dining table in the center and all of the design sprawled across the room. "We wanted to clearly separate the space to create a modern life style open kitchen with an adjacent dining room that does not interfere with the leader," says James. "I had to find creative ways to build the kitchen in the space so that it was sensitive to the original features and does not seem at all awkward.
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Traditional Kitchen by Bath Kitchen Company
Bath Kitchen Company
James wanted the kitchen cabinets to look like furniture in a reception room, rather than any functional or industrial obvious. Soft colors, hidden cameras (there is a dishwasher and two under-counter freezer in the island) and some gentle contrast of the dark fireplace contribute to this sensation. The color scheme is quite classic, chosen according to the Georgian house, James said.

Custom units are made from maple and buttons are brushed chrome.

Units painted lamp Grey Room, Farrow & Ball.
Traditional Kitchen by Bath Kitchen Company
Bath Kitchen Company
the focal point of the kitchen is the large island with integrated sink. "It works both as a place to prep food and as a social center, with a seating area and a handy wine rack near!" James said.

The island boasts plenty of natural light from the large windows. "It was designed to be multi-tasking, but not so large that it cramps the room, James said. "We used curved edges on it, and other work plans, so there are no sharp corners to bump as you move around the room.

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Traditional by Bath Kitchen Company
Bath Kitchen Company
the kitchen space contained many beautiful original Georgian features, such as molding and fireplace. "We had to respect these beautiful details and work around them," says James. "I could not conceive anything to stand in front of the fireplace or windows.

Appliances are hidden in cabinets to direct the play to feel like a living space, rather than a kitchen. The large storage alcove that contains a refrigerator and pantry. "One of these massive stainless steel refrigerators have just killed this space," says James. "I love these large refrigerators - they can look great in the right space - but it was not the place for one.
by Bath Kitchen Company
Bath Kitchen Company
to keep a sense of calm and relaxed space, James sourced granite soft tones for worktops and splashback. "He has beautiful warm colors and patterns in it, like tornadoes of sand, he said.

Under the hob, there is one oven (left), a combination oven and microwave, and a stove drawer below. "It is a brilliant use of space," says James.

ovens, Bosch.

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Dining Room by Bath Kitchen Company
Bath kitchen Company
by streamlining the room and the appointment of two thirds as the kitchen, a third was released to become a dining area relaxed . hanging lamps of copper, originally by the owners, add more warm tones in the room, while a vertical radiator made good use of wall space and is well below the small window.
Kitchen by Bath Kitchen Company
Bath Kitchen Company
Double sink is built into the work plan of the island so it looks discreet. The valve provides drinking water, hot and cold water and boiling water.

Tap, Quooker.

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Traditional Dining Room by Bath Kitchen Company
Bath Kitchen Company
with the wall space occupied by a fireplace and large windows, James had to be smart about where he set up in storage. In the dining room, he designed a neat package that contains elements of a stereo and necessary for the dining table, such as towels and candlesticks. 'It really borders on well behind the door, he said.
Exterior by Bath Kitchen Company
Bath Kitchen Company
city Bath is a World Heritage Site and is full of beautiful homes designed with elegant proportions during the Georgian period. Almost all the buildings here were built of Bath stone, a limestone from local quarries. Its warm honey tones give the city its distinctive appearance.

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Kitchen of the week: An Edwardian home with a modern extension

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Kitchen of the week: An Edwardian home with a modern extension - Regarding redesigning your home and rummage Houzz develop a mood board are excellent ways working on what floats your boat. So it was when the owner of this terraced house in Battersea started thinking about the modernization of its livable but slightly bodged low. She consulted the architect Brian O'Tuama, which launched the design process by showing him some of his other projects. "They were all very different, but she took the items she loved Brian said. "In general, it was turning to be slightly in the traditional halls, but wanted the extension of the kitchen to be a contemporary addition shamelessly at home.

in mind, Brian and his team set to work creating an elegant white kitchen, warmed by wood and plenty of natural light, flowing on a library / dining room and living space that sports update taking the traditional style. The result is a harmonious and original space, full of clever touches, clever pocket doors that create intimate rooms to a small but super charming extending glass box in the back.
Contemporary Kitchen by Brian O'Tuama Architects
Brian O'Tuama Architects
House at a glance eye
Who lives here An American professional woman
Location Battersea, south London
Size Approximately 80 sqm m; part of a four bedroom Edwardian terrace
Architect Brian Brian O'Tuama O'Tuama Architects

Brian moved the kitchen on the opposite side of the room, on the top glass and in line with the glass box. "Before, the kitchen had no visual link with the outside, he said. "Now it has a nice flow between inside and outside, thanks to folding doors and all glass. Some alterations of space also makes room for a spacious dining room and an island.

Brian designed the kitchen cabinets and the contractor had done in Hungary. They are MDF, spray plant to an extent off-white shade.

Table, Unto This Last. Beat pendant light white grease (on the table), Tom Dixon. Calabash hanging lamps (playing annex) Lightyears
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Traditional Patio by Brian O'Tuama Architects
Brian O'Tuama Architects
home already was an extension at the back containing the kitchen, but it had been poorly constructed and was rude and draughty. Brian has designed a new space on its mark, but he added a small addition of glass box on one side, which is now a small library.

'The garden is not very big, but the living space inside the house is generous, so we felt we it was necessary to extend further, he said . "However, we wanted to do something a little more interesting in the rear."
Contemporary by Brian O'Tuama Architects
Brian O 'Tuama Architects
' We pushed by approximately 1.5m to create small glass box of library with a glass ceiling, "says Brian. "It breaks the rear elevation and roof extends through a glass roof for the terrace.

The canopy perfectly aligns with the oriel window above Brian installed in the rear chamber. "It will not increase the footprint of the room, but it enhances the feeling of space and has a nice window seat, too, he said.
Contemporary Kitchen by Brian O'Tuama Architects
Brian O'Tuama Architects
the owner wanted a kitchen-dining room contemporary, but Brian was careful to land it with some hot items. "We wanted lots of clean white, but with a little contrast, too, he said. The prosecutor brings a rich color, while the Cedar Island also reappears on the shelf in the library annex and canopy and integrated bench outside, for connecting the interior and exterior.

'We u sed a limited number of materials for a considered sensation and calm, "Brian said. "It looks contemporary but warm, too. It is not like opening the door of a refrigerator and be blinded by the whiteness!

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Contemporary Kitchen by Brian O'Tuama Architects
Brian O'Tuama Architects
wall units built under the glass roof would have obscured the view and out and blocked the light. Instead, Brian developed a bank of large units with integrated oven and fridge-freezer on the adjacent wall. "This has a nice clean worktop space under the glass roof, with a single shelf above for the things you want on the screen, he said.

island worktop, Caesarstone. Units worktop, integrated sink, Corian. Metropolitan tile wall, Fired Earth.

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Contemporary Dining Room by Brian O'Tuama Architects
Brian O'Tuama Architects
in the beginning, there was just one door connecting the dining room / library space at the back of the kitchen to the dining . "We wanted to open up more reception rooms," Brian said. "It started as an idea to visually connect the spaces, but the amount of light that passes through now is another advantage.

There are two pocket doors equipped on each side of the opening, to meet the fire safety regulations and allow the space to be closed if necessary. There is also a recessed door panel in the kitchen, which can be folded to turn it off. "I'm not sure that the owner has never used, says Brian, but if you had an important session donut pan and do not want the smell coming through, you could close off the kitchen!
Contemporary Entrance by Brian O'Tuama Architects
Brian O'Tuama Architects
'There were floor in the hallway behind, says Brian, "but as we opened the corridor to the reception, we thought it would be beneficial to have its own identity." Brian sourced tiles porcelain in soft colors. "We have adapted the standard model and chose the tiles in three muted tones, he said. "It is an updated version of a classic Victorian tiled hallway and these muted tones appear on the walls around the house.

porcelain floor tiles, Olde English.
Traditional Cloakroom by Brian O'Tuama Architects
Brian O'Tuama Architects
cloakroom was split into a space between the library / dining area and kitchen. Brian chose a beautiful wallpaper for the smallest room. "You might as well go for broke in down the toilet!" He laughed. "You will not be there for very long, so you never get tired of it. It gives the most impact space and makes the experience of using this room a bit more enjoyable! "

Derwent wallpaper Osborne & Little.

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Kitchen Planning: How to choose the perfect refrigerator-freezer

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Kitchen Planning: How to choose the perfect refrigerator-freezer - Latest refrigerator-freezers are cool customers, designed to look good and keep your food fresh longer. Choose your new fridge-freezer depending on the size of your family and how you shop and cook, and the space you have (and do not forget: you need more space for ventilation if you choose an integrated unit approach). Read expert advice

Professional advice from :.
Joan Fraser Smeg
Richard Treffler Miele
Craig Davies Sub-Zero & Wolf UK
Contemporary Kitchen by Alex Maguire Photography
Alex Maguire Photography
freestanding or integrated?
a choice between freestanding or integrated fridge freezer returns to the look you want in your kitchen. As its name suggests, a standalone unit (like this one) stands free kitchen cabinets and can be positioned anywhere convenient, providing there is a power outlet nearby.

'freestanding fridge freezer are now available in a multitude of different colors, allowing you to create a style statement in the kitchen, said Richard Treffler Miele. 'In addition, they are usually easy to install and can be taken with you if you move.

An integrated fridge freezer, on the other hand, is designed to sit behind a front panel that coordinates with the rest of your units. "Refrigerators and freezers integrated part of the design of the kitchen, which is great if you are looking for a clean, clear finish," added Treffler.
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top or bottom mounted ?
There are advantages and disadvantages to both options for the position of your freezer. "Models Top mounted generally have a greater capacity refrigerator with a bottom freezer section above. They are ideal if you want to buy a greater amount of fresh, but still need some form of gel space, "says Treffler .

bottom mounted freezers (as seen here) generally provide easier access to frozen food. "Look for models that offer a pull-out freezer drawer, ideally with an automatic icemaker, for ease of use and a clear view of the contents of the freezer section, 'suggests Craig Davies Sub-Zero & Wolf UK .
Contemporary Kitchen by APD Interiors
APD Interiors
What is the best fridge freezer report?
There is now a wide variety of reports available refrigerator to freezer, so shop around. "You will find the standard freezer refrigerator 60:40 ratio, with other sizes, such as 70:30 and 50:50 also available Treffler said.

Think about your lifestyle and what you would normally store in the freezer over what capacity you need for your fridge. If you buy in bulk and spend much time cooking meals in batches, for example, then you'll want to invest in a fridge-freezer with a good amount of freezing capacity.

"Most people underestimate their needs space refrigerator, forgetting that most jars and bottles need refrigeration once opened , adds Joan Fraser Smeg. "People should also take account of seasonal factors, as having lots of fresh fruit in summer and special periods such as Christmas.
Contemporary Kitchen by Drury Design
Drury design
What about side-by-side fridge-freezers?
If a regular fridge-freezer does not offer the storage capacity you need, consider a side by side model with a freezer full height (usually located on the left), and wider full height refrigeration cavity on the right.

"They are very popular with families, especially at wider 1067mm and 1219mm wide models. They offer a large storage capacity and a good view of the contents of both fridge and freezer, and often include ice and water dispensers, "says Davies. "The only possible downside to this configuration is if you select a narrow model, said less than 914mm wide, because it can get a little tight compartments. If you only have space for a width of 914mm or less, I would recommend a model with the above refrigerator and freezer below for more storage, easier and more usable. "
Kitchen by Compass and Rose
Compass and Rose
What is the best location for a side-by-side refrigerator-freezer in your kitchen?
If the side-by-side refrigerator-freezer has an ice and water dispenser, ideally it should be located as close as possible to the water source. "This will ensure the water pressure is not affected. In addition, you reduce the amount of necessary plumbing and avoid potential damage to the piping, "advises Davies.

'A new option is an internal water and ice dispenser, which offers all the comfort of an external distributor without disturbing the clean lines of the unit and overall appearance your kitchen design, "he adds.

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Contemporary Kitchen by Roots Kitchens Bedrooms Bathrooms
Roots Kitchens Bedrooms Bathrooms
How can you customize your perfect solution?
If you can not find your ideal shared fridge-freezer, why not choose a standalone refrigerator and install next to a freezer -alone stand? "By selecting a left-hand and a right hinge model, you create your ideal combination of capacity, depending on the amount of freezer and refrigerator space you prefer, said Davies.

"Another option is to place two fridge-freezer coast side by side with the refrigerator and freezer above below, with a hinged left and a right to create double the size of a fridge-freezer.
Contemporary Kitchen by Nicholas Anthony
Nicholas Anthony
How to calculate your space properly?
It seems obvious, but always make sure that there is enough room for your fridge-freezer selected. Measure the height, depth and width of space more than once and think about the door opening and easy access.

All refrigeration devices require adequate ventilation to work effectively, particularly integrated models. "You need to allow air circulation below the base line or adding a vent," says Fraser. "If there is insufficient air flow, compressor and condenser will have nowhere to expel excess heat. This will reduce the life of the device.

The installation and operating instructions are specific to each model, so always check the manual for exact details.
Kitchen by Clermont Carpentry
Clermont Carpenter
what is an energy label?
energy labels show the energy rating of the refrigerator-freezer chosen and the amount of electricity, the appliance consumes in kilowatt-hours (kWh). 'Also displayed is the ability of the fridge-freezer and the noise estimate in decibels relevant, "says Fraser. "It gives you a very easy way to compare all refrigerator you can look beyond the aesthetic element.

Refrigerators Guzzle lot of energy, so choose a model with a higher energy rating will save more money on energy bills. Since July 2012, all new refrigerators and freezers must have a rating of A +, A ++ and A +++. If you want better, choose a model A +++.

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Victorian Kitchen by Sola Kitchens
Sola Kitchens
If you go without gel?
Auto defrost or frost-free is a great and handy feature to have. "This means that manual defrost is necessary that fresh air circulates in the refrigerator cabinet, which prevents ice formation on food," says Treffler .

Also look for models that have a dynamic cooling. "This gives a constant temperature in the fridge, thanks to a fan that provides excellent circulation and distribution of cold air," adds Treffler.

However, i f you are working to a strict budget, a fridge freezer manual defrosting is usually cheaper.
Contemporary Kitchen by Kitchen Culture
Cuisine Culture
What other features should you consider?
adjustable shelves, bottles and eggs shelves, drawers salad or bins and temperature-controlled compartments that hold the meat, fish and dairy products to their optimal storage temperature are standard fare a modern refrigerator-freezers.

A holiday mode, which allows you to switch off the refrigerator compartment without affecting the freezer, is also a function of increasingly popular. There are also quick temper and quick-freezing functions, and even models designed to operate independently for 18 hours in case of power failure.

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Room of the Week: A kitchen Light Extension Transforms a flat Victorian

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Room of the Week: A kitchen Light Extension Transforms a flat Victorian - A large garden is a great asset in a London hotel, but when the architect Paulius Zakevicius spying 28m long garden the rear of the apartment, he knew it offered more chance to plant a vegetable patch. Borrowing a part of this space generous garden license him to extend out of the rear wall of the late Victorian terraced property of about 4.5m to create a large open kitchen, dining and living space - with lots of light, despite facing north.

When my wife Lina and I bought the property there two years ago, there was a very bad shape in the back kitchen, he said. "We demolished it and an old bathroom, then made a full width opening in the wall and extended backwards." This new space allowed Zakevicius to rethink the rest of the apartment, too, the creation of two bedrooms and a bathroom in the Victorian part of the original property. "We moved all the living space at the back to be near the garden, he said. "We have a good connection with the outside now and it is very quiet. Life is good in the back!
Contemporary Kitchen by Flik Design Ltd
Flik Design Ltd
House at a glance
Who lives here Architect Paulius Zakevicius and his wife, Lina
property an apartment in a Victorian terrace ground floor
Location North London
renovation Year 2015
Architect Paulius Zakevicius design Flik
Size 6.8mx 5.4m; part of a dish with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom

The new extension to the rear of the apartment offers privacy and space. "We have neighbors above the rooms, but not here in the back, said Paulius Zakevicius. "It is more private and quiet here.

brass hanging lamps hanging on the central workspace. "We wanted to add an additional material here, be it concrete, copper or brass, Zakevicius said. The lights are suspended from the wall above the units, rather than the ceiling. If they were suspended from the ceiling, he would light falls far enough in the kitchen, "he said. "Here they are most useful. They are just above head height and not too big, so they do not block the view through the garden.

Flori brass hanging lamps, Rowen & Wren.
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Exterior by Flik Design Ltd
Flik design Ltd
extension extends the entire width of the apartment. 'You fall down about 1m to this part of the house, "said Zakevicius . "We built the extension at ground level to increase the connection between the garden and the house.

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Contemporary Kitchen by Flik Design Ltd
Flik design Ltd
the couple chose a very clean minimalist look for kitchen room. "There is a feeling monochrome cabinets, with just a darker element," Zakevicius said. "We went to the units quite a reasonable price, then spent more on work plans. There is a stainless steel work surface on the side of the hob in the kitchen and a white Hi-Macs on a peninsula. The antique stools were originally used in a lab school science.

Kitchen cabinets, Ikea.
Dining Room by Flik Design Ltd
Flik Design Ltd
"We wanted a declaration of lighting on the dining table," said Zakevicius. 'On this side of the extension feels like a big space altogether, but the table will always be there, so it made sense to hang the lights above.'

Zakevicius designed the wall itself on. "I thought if you just stuck two bulbs in the wall?" He said. I asked the electrician to fit outlets, and we added mirrored bulbs give a soft and shaded light.

Suspensions, Nordlux to divine illumination.
Modern Kitchen by Flik Design Ltd
Flik Design Ltd
The kitchen overlooks a small courtyard. "There is a simple reason for this, says Zakevicius. "If we had the whole house, we expanded across the street, but we only own the ground floor of the property and there are two rooms in the original part of the house. The back bedroom window was locked so I had not conceived in this court. "

by Flik Design Ltd
Flik Design Ltd
court not only light in the back room, but the kitchen and living space, too. The flooring is throughout a pale engineering oak, which keeps the light of gaze.

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by Flik Design Ltd
Flik Design Ltd
Zakevicius chose sliding doors, rather than folding. "Folding doors look brilliant once they are completely open, but when they are closed, they have many sections, he said. "There would have been about six sections in an opening this big, that carve up the view.

The sliding doors have only three sections, with the sliding center piece for a garden access. "They are fun to use and which opens onto the garden more than enough, said Zakevicius. "The idea of ​​seamless transition still works, and it is less draughty than fully open folding doors can be."

Zakevicius battens used simple, pre-treated to coat roof garden wall. 'It was a cost effective solution, he said.
Contemporary Dining Room by Flik Design Ltd
Flik Design Ltd
Zakevicius designed in a window above the door, across the width of the space. "the whole point here is that we are north face death, so that the necessary extension to catch lots of light, he said. "it really worked. We think we live on the north side. it feels really brilliant!

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