KITCHEN-DINER It may have been the domain of chief cooks and bottlewashers once upon a time, but these days the kitchen is the room the whole family gravitates towards. With that in mind, it has to be all things to all people, and that includes the need for functionality. This room is the single most expensive space within the home so getting it the right is important, as Rebecca Leivars points out: “Always design a kitchen with longevity in mind and no ‘fad of the moments’, particularly if they are integrated items.” Which explains the appeal of certain classic appliances that not only refuse to date, but also enhance the look of any kitchen. One notable brand being KitchenAid, which recently launched its limited-edition Black Tie stand mixer – a statement piece if ever there was one. p101
Daniel Lacey
Kitchen Aid
Recent years have seen a resurgence in the dedicated dining room, and in this setting, bespoke furniture can take the art of eating and entertaining to another level
