Lifestyle KITCHENS


with your clutter and your kitchen equipment as everyinchofstorage space is valuable. Just because you live in asmall space, this


does notmeanyou have to compromiseon personality and interest. Althoughmuted colourscreatethe feelingofspace,apop of bold colour will add warmth andmake a strong statement aboutwho you are. However, if you are the landlord, be aware that brightly coloured unitswilldatequickly andcould make your rental property less desirableinthe future. If bold colour is notyourthing,have


different finishesonsame-designunits. This will add texture to your schemeand be less likelytodate. Anotheroptionisto have acombinationoffinishes;suchas


Apopof colour will addwarmth


graniteworktops, wood floor andlacquered units. Youthenhavearange of textures to bring personality to your roomwhile not compromisingonthe lightreflective surfaces. Clever lighting will bringwarmthand


ambience to your scheme.Havedirectional tracklightingtolight work surfaces andother heavytrafficareassuchasthe sink andthe hob.Thenwithdownlightersunder your units, youwillsoftenthe sharpedges and create an inviting,relaxingglowforwhen the space is used fordiningand entertaining. Just becauseyou occupy asmall space,


this does notmeanyou have to compromise on style and comfort. With a well considered design, clever useofspace andsomeingenious storagesolutions,you canmakeasmall kitchen inviting, functional and stylish.●


EmmaSmithis an interior designer and can be contacted atEmmaSmith Interiors Tel 01749 677087 Websitewww.wellsreclamation.com


20 Issue 14, Spring Flat Living


If youdohave somecentral space, consider an island unit


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