Of all the rooms in the house, the kitchen must surely be the hardest working. Prepping, cooking, eating and socialising make for plenty of use, so surfaces need to be able to withstand wear and tear,

Compact kitchens can feel grand when thoughtful layouts, smart storage and standout materials are involved

THIS METALLIC IS BACK AND BEING USED TO DELIVER TEXTURE, WARMTH AND CHARACTER

CURVES REMAIN BIG NEWS IN KITCHENS BUT THIS YEAR THEY’RE MORE SUBTLE, ROUNDING OUT GRAPHIC LINES IN THE MOST SOPHISTICATED WAY

This year, kitchens and bathrooms are embracing colour, natural finishes and the Japandi look, so there’s something for every taste. Kitchen trends are moving away from the all-white, hyper-minimalist

The trends, launches and expert advice you need to know