| Keep it cosy On the whole, people aren’t keen on hanging out in stark rooms. If your kitchen feels comfortable, it will draw... |
| Include a casual seating area Once someone has flopped into a comfy sofa in your kitchen, they won’t be in a hurry to leave.... |
| Combine kitchen and dining areas If your dining area is in your kitchen, it’s more likely to feel like the central point... |
| Build in a hang-out bar If you don’t have space for a dining table in your kitchen, you can still create a spot where family... |
| Make it a room with a view When you’re planning your kitchen, think carefully about the view you’ll have when working and... |
| Go for an island combo If you have young children who are out of highchairs but not yet tall enough to climb and sit safely... |
| Open on to the garden If your kitchen opens directly on to your outdoor living space, it will feel like the centre of your... |
| Brighten it up No one wants to spend time in a dark and dingy room, so make your kitchen feel as light and bright as possible... |
