Kitchen evolution

Totally transformative and done in a weekend (or less) – these updates are small victories

Bring your kitchen to life with a clever and characterful showcase of your favourite items

Rachel Lovell and her husband Alex could see the obvious potential to create a generous kitchen-diner when they moved here. ‘We loved the house but the ground floor needed a total rethink as the kitch

Once a cold and compact room with barely space to cook and eat in, this kitchen is now a spacious and welcoming family hub

The trends, launches and expert advice you need to know

Whether you are knocking down walls or designing a new multi-functional extension, ensure your open-plan space retains a clear sense of identity with these zoning ideas