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Kitchen design advice, inspiration, and news from our workshop.
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Kitchen Design Advice
How to Choose a Handmade Kitchen Maker: Ten Questions to Ask
28 August 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
Designing a Kitchen for the Way We Actually Eat in 2026
14 August 2026
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Integrating Technology into a Handmade Kitchen Without It Dating in Five Years
28 July 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
Should You Keep Your Kitchen's Existing Layout or Start Again?
14 July 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
Designing a Kitchen for Two Cooks, Not One
22 June 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
Can You Work With My Architect or Interior Designer?
8 June 2026
Kitchen Appliance Advice
The Quiet Kitchen: Designing Out Noise, From Soft-Close Everything to Where the Extractor Lives
24 May 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
How Long a Handmade Kitchen Actually Takes - From First Visit to Installation
8 May 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
When a Bespoke Window Seat Earns Its Place in the Kitchen
21 April 2026
Pantry Design
Walk-In or Cupboard? Choosing the Pantry Format That Fits the Kitchen Space You Already Have
10 April 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
Design Details Explored: Cornices, Pelmets & Plinths
18 March 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
Fitting in a Seating Area in a Bespoke Kitchen
10 March 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
Use Your Kitchen to Promote Health and Wellbeing
27 February 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
Blending Old Layouts with New in Historic Kitchens
17 February 2026
Kitchen Design Advice
The Biggest Kitchen Trends Homeowners Are Choosing in 2026
26 January 2026
Kitchen Appliance Advice
A Buyer's Guide to ILVE Range Cookers With The Handmade Kitchen Company
14 January 2026
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Sub-Zero & Wolf Buying Guide
15 December 2025
Multi-Room Design
What is Luxury Interior Design in the Home With Handmade Furniture?
10 December 2025
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Choose Your Appliances as Part of the Design
12 November 2025
News
End of year promotion
11 November 2025
Handle Design
The Story of Armac Martin's Leebank Collection
4 November 2025
Kitchen Appliance Advice
La Cornue: The French Riviera of the Culinary World
28 October 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
What Makes an Ideal Kitchen in Our Eyes
14 October 2025
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Refresh Your Wolf Appliances With The New Brass Knobs: Small Details, Big Impact
3 October 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Dream, Research and Plan for Your Ultimate Kitchen
30 September 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Pinks From Farrow & Ball Offer a Versatile Palette
17 September 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Front-Row Living: The Kitchen Island With a View
9 September 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Ideas for an Open-Plan Kitchen
26 August 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Blue Paint Colours by Little Greene
20 August 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
The Pairing of Herringbone Flooring & Handmade Kitchens
7 August 2025
Handle Design
Geometric Shapes: The Crossways Collection by Armac Martin
25 July 2025
Blog
The Timeless Charm of the Traditional Butler Sink
15 July 2025
Handle Design
Cotswold Collection by Armac Martin
7 July 2025
Boot Room Design
Continuing the Hadley Wood Story with Additional Handmade Furniture
27 June 2025
Blog
Use This Guide for the Perfect Bespoke Kitchen
20 June 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Rooted in Tradition & Designed for Today: Our Handcrafted Dining Tables
9 June 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Make an Open-Plan Kitchen Feel More Homely with The Handmade Kitchen Company
20 May 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Blush Beauty: Why Pink Is the New Neutral in a Handmade Kitchen
8 May 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Where Do You Start When Planning Your Dream Space?
29 April 2025
Dressing Room Design
How HMK Can Design You the Perfect Dressing Room
15 April 2025
Dressing Room Design
A Tranquil and Spa-Like Dressing Room & Bathroom in Chelmsford
9 April 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
What are the Downsides to Purchasing a Budget Kitchen?
26 March 2025
Handle Design
Say Hello to MIX by Armac Martin
15 March 2025
Wine Room Design
Investing in Wine for Your Bespoke Wine Room: Building a Valuable Collection & Storing it Correctly
5 March 2025
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer™ Dishwashers: The Art of Convenience
26 February 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
New Farrow & Ball Colours: The 2025 Collection
18 February 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Beautiful & Bespoke Plate Racks: A Stylish Addition to Your Handmade Kitchen
11 February 2025
News
Handmade Kitchen Company: A Family-Run Business
31 January 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Design a Bespoke Kitchen That’s Perfect for the Whole Family
21 January 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Hidden Paint Gems: Farrow & Ball Archive Colours
10 January 2025
Kitchen Design Advice
Kitchen Design Trends of 2025
17 December 2024
Food Vlog
Lucy-Jo's Chocolate Fondants using Wolf Appliances
8 December 2024
Handle Design
Get the Distinctive Look of Armac Martin's Sparkbrook Collection in Your Home
3 December 2024
Utility Design
An Expert Guide on Planning the Most Functional Modern Utility
20 November 2024
Food Vlog
Lucy-Jo’s Crème Brûlées using Wolf Appliances
12 November 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Get Your Kitchen Organised for Christmas and Fresh for the New Year
2 November 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
The Power of Pairing - How to Create a Functional and Stylish Space with Two Islands
23 October 2024
Food Vlog
Joe Davis MasterChef Finalist – The most Succulent Pork Chops
15 October 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing Green into the Kitchen with Little Greene
4 October 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Elevate Your Interior Design with Armac Martin Luxury Decorative Grilles
25 September 2024
Food Vlog
Lucy-Jo’s Autumnal Risotto using Wolf Appliances
12 September 2024
Kitchen Appliance Advice
The Quooker CUBE: Dispense Filtered Chilled Still & Sparkling Water from the Quooker Tap
4 September 2024
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Quooker Taps in our Bespoke Handmade Kitchens
28 August 2024
Walk-In Pantry Design
The Design Rules of a Walk-in Pantry We Need to Know
20 August 2024
Food Vlog
Lucy-Jo’s Chocolate Covered Strawberries using Wolf Appliances
16 August 2024
Home Bar Design
Maximise Every Inch of Space: Transforming Under-Stair Storage into Stylish Bar Areas
5 August 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Want to Create a Harmonious Interior? Here are 7 Principles of Interior Design
30 July 2024
Food Vlog
Lucy-Jo’s Homemade Italian Pizza using Wolf Cooking Appliances
19 July 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Transforming Handmade Cabinets into Secret Utility Room Entrances
15 July 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Cafécore Design: Bringing the Café Aesthetic to your Home
18 June 2024
Blog
Bespoke Handmade Banquette Seating
18 June 2024
Blog
A Traditional Kitchen Feature: Handmade Mantels
18 June 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Working with an Interior Designer on your Home Project
12 June 2024
Blog
Introducing Armac Martin Digbeth Collection
31 May 2024
Travel & Culture
Discover Attractions Near Us - Audley End House and Gardens
22 May 2024
Blog
Floor-to-Ceiling Cabinetry
22 May 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing Grey into the Kitchen with Little Greene
14 May 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Barbiecore Design: Bringing a Touch of Glamour to your Culinary Space
23 April 2024
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Discover Westin Cooker Hoods at HMK
16 April 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing Neutrals in the Kitchen from Farrow & Ball
4 April 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
What are the Downsides to Purchasing a High-Street Kitchen?
30 March 2024
Media Wall Design
Maximise Your Living Spaces with a Bespoke Media Wall
19 March 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing a Blue Hue in the Kitchen from Farrow & Ball
2 March 2024
Study Design Advice
Home Study Design Trends and Ideas
26 February 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
How Can We Embrace Pink in the Kitchen?
14 February 2024
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing Pink & Red into the Kitchen with Little Greene
30 January 2024
Study Design Advice
Bespoke Home Study by Handmade Kitchen Company
26 January 2024
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Sub-Zero & Wolf Lunch Event at The Handmade Kitchen Company
14 January 2024
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Invite Social Moments in your Kitchen with a Kaelo
19 December 2023
Blog
Designing the Perfect Utility Room with HMK
2 December 2023
Blog
Introducing a Yellow Hue from Farrow & Ball into the Kitchen
29 November 2023
Walk-In Pantry Design
Why the Walk-in Pantry Is So On Trend
16 November 2023
Blog
The Lacanche for Serious Cooks
31 October 2023
Blog
Bringing the Sub-Zero "Designer Series" to your Home
12 October 2023
Blog
HMK Live Event - Showcasing our NEW Outdoor Kitchen
28 September 2023
Blog
Why a Luxury Wine Room is Worth Putting in Your Home
16 September 2023
Blog
Improving your Home with a Luxury Dressing Room by HMK
29 August 2023
Blog
Introducing 'Grove' by Armac Martin to the Home
25 August 2023
Blog
The Rise in Wine Rooms for Luxury Homes
10 August 2023
Blog
HMK Updated Kitchen Showroom
26 July 2023
Blog
Hosting the Perfect Dinner Party with Sub-Zero & Wolf Appliances
6 July 2023
Blog
HMK New Showroom With Furniture For Other Rooms
27 June 2023
Blog
Why add a Pot Filler to the Kitchen?
8 June 2023
Blog
Who are Ca’ Pietra?
23 May 2023
Blog
A Unique Larder Design in Our Showroom
6 May 2023
Blog
What is a Luxury Kitchen?
28 April 2023
Blog
How to Choose a Kitchen Designer, and What to Bring to Your First Meeting
10 April 2023
Blog
A Shaws Sink in a Bespoke Shaker Kitchen: Our SW18 Project
29 March 2023
Blog
Sub-Zero's Classic Series: The Iconic Look Reimagined
14 March 2023
Blog
Planning the Appliance Layout
28 February 2023
Blog
How to Make a Kitchen Feel Cosy
8 February 2023
Blog
Bespoke Spice Drawers and Spice Racks
31 January 2023
Blog
Pocket Door Larders
12 January 2023
Blog
Kitchen Trends of 2023
22 December 2022
Blog
How to Create an Industrial Kitchen
13 December 2022
Blog
How to Choose a Dining Table for Your Kitchen
30 November 2022
Blog
How to Create a Dramatic Kitchen
8 November 2022
Blog
How to Create a Minimal Kitchen
25 October 2022
Blog
Autumn Kitchen Ideas: Adding Warmth and Depth
5 October 2022
Blog
The Cosy Autumn Kitchen: Seating, Lighting and Atmosphere
30 September 2022
News
DeManincor Launch Event
22 August 2022
Blog
Bespoke Dining Area Furniture: Seven Ideas
26 February 2022
Kitchen Design Advice
Dowsing & Reynolds: Kitchen Finishing Touches
17 February 2022
Blog
Bespoke Kitchen Storage: The Saltby Project
10 February 2022
Blog
Supporting Local Businesses
4 February 2022
Blog
Handmade Bespoke Window Seat
28 January 2022
Blog
Bespoke Dog Beds Built Into the Kitchen
20 January 2022
Blog
A Bespoke Kitchen Bookcase: The Hadley Wood Project
12 January 2022
Blog
A Kitchen Library Ladder and Bespoke Drinks Cabinet: Hadley Wood
7 January 2022
Blog
A Classic Shaker Kitchen in Hadley Wood
30 December 2021
Blog
A few of our Traditional Handmade Kitchen Designs in 2021
24 December 2021
Blog
Handmade Kitchens at Christmas
16 December 2021
Blog
How to Display your Crockery and Glassware
8 December 2021
Blog
Kitchen Trends for 2022
3 December 2021
Blog
The Contrasting Kitchen Island: Nine Projects in Colour
26 November 2021
Blog
DeManincor UK Now Displaying at the Handmade Kitchen Company by Nicholas Bridger
18 November 2021
Blog
Utility Room Ideas from Fourteen Bespoke Projects
12 November 2021
Blog
Handmade Boot Rooms: Three Bespoke Projects
7 November 2021
Blog
Small Kitchen Ideas: Storage, Layout and Light
27 October 2021
Blog
Creating a Small but Beautiful Kitchen
22 October 2021
Blog
Handmade Kitchen Ideas: Storage, Islands and Layout
12 October 2021
Blog
How to Measure Your Kitchen: Drawing Up a Room Plan
2 October 2021
Kitchen Design Advice
Farrow & Ball Colours Curated by Liberty
30 September 2021
Blog
Designing the Kitchen for a Kitchen Extension
24 September 2021
Blog
The Multi-Generational Kitchen: Designing for Every Age
16 September 2021
Walk-In Pantry Design
A Walk-In Baking Pantry: The Woldingham Project
8 September 2021
Blog
Pantry Cupboard Types: Bi-Fold, Pocket Door and Pull-Out
2 September 2021
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Wolf Kitchen Ventilation New Products
27 August 2021
Blog
A Bespoke Home Office in Classic Shaker: Hadley Wood
26 August 2021
Blog
Dark Kitchen Cabinets: What to Pair Them With
18 August 2021
Blog
A Bespoke Annexe Kitchen: The Woldingham Project
12 August 2021
Blog
A Kitchen Island with a Hob: The Standon Project
4 August 2021
Blog
Classic, Traditional or Modern Shaker: Choosing Your Kitchen Style
29 July 2021
Blog
Using Glass in Kitchen Design: Five Ways to Bring in Light
14 July 2021
Blog
Conservatory Kitchens, Roof Lanterns and Bi-Folds: Connecting the Kitchen to the Garden
8 July 2021
Blog
An Arched Glazed Pantry Cupboard: The Woldingham Project
2 July 2021
Blog
Designing a Kitchen for Entertaining: Layout, Seating and Zones
24 June 2021
Blog
Large Kitchen Ideas: Layout, Zones and a Centrepiece
18 June 2021
Blog
What is a Bespoke Design? What is not a Bespoke Design?
11 June 2021
Blog
Wolf Outdoor Kitchens: Cabinetry, Appliances and Worktops
4 June 2021
Blog
Kitchen Upstands and Four Other Design Choices That Have Lasted
26 May 2021
Blog
How to Design a Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
21 May 2021
Kitchen Design Advice
Breakfast Bar Seating by Nicholas Bridger
12 May 2021
Blog
Open Shelving or Cupboards? Choosing Your Kitchen Storage
11 May 2021
Blog
Improve or Move? Why the Kitchen Is Where to Invest
5 May 2021
Blog
Timeless Kitchen Design: Five Choices That Won't Date
30 April 2021
Blog
Our Top Tips for Designing a Bespoke Kitchen
20 April 2021
Blog
Bespoke Drawer Storage
14 April 2021
Blog
Dream Bespoke Kitchen Islands
9 April 2021
Blog
Why this is the Best Time to Plan your Dream Kitchen
1 April 2021
Blog
Add Instant Height and Size to the Kitchen with a Mirror
26 March 2021
Blog
Adding a Peninsula to your Handmade Kitchen
18 March 2021
Blog
Design a Pet-Friendly Kitchen
10 March 2021
Blog
Handmade Dressers
5 March 2021
Blog
Choosing the Perfect Colour Palette
24 February 2021
Blog
Designing a Boot Room
16 February 2021
Blog
Luxurious Worktops within your Dream Kitchen
10 February 2021
Blog
Designing a Shaker Kitchen with Old and New Elements
3 February 2021
Blog
Cabinetry Lighting within your Dream Kitchen
28 January 2021
Kitchen Design Advice
Earthy Tones - Farrow & Ball 2021 Colour Trends
28 January 2021
Blog
Smart Storage within your Dream Kitchen
20 January 2021
Blog
The Finishing Details of your Dream Kitchen
14 January 2021
Blog
The Layout & Planning of your Dream Kitchen
3 January 2021
Blog
Handmade Glass-Fronted Cabinets
10 December 2020
Blog
The Difference between Curved and Straight Cabinetry
4 December 2020
Blog
Artisan Shelves in a Handmade Kitchen
20 November 2020
Blog
Truly Bespoke Handmade Bars & Dressers
12 November 2020
Blog
Handmade Portable Islands
4 November 2020
Blog
Adding a Victorian Style to a Handmade Kitchen
30 October 2020
Blog
Hand-Painted Handmade Kitchens
23 October 2020
Blog
The Modern Kitchen - An Open-plan Space
7 October 2020
Blog
Bespoke Integrated Chopping Boards and Serving Trays
2 October 2020
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Sub-Zero Over and Under Refrigerator/Freezer with French Door
30 September 2020
Blog
Bespoke Handmade TV Cabinets
24 September 2020
Blog
Handmade Pedestal Tables at The Handmade Kitchen Company
17 September 2020
Blog
The Shaker Kitchen
8 September 2020
Blog
The Traditional Kitchen and its History
2 September 2020
Blog
Handmade Curved Cabinetry
28 August 2020
Blog
Why a Luxury Bespoke Kitchen?
19 August 2020
Blog
Built-In Utility Cupboards and Utility Room Cabinetry
7 August 2020
Blog
Handmade Single Wall Layout
21 July 2020
Walk-In Pantry Design
Walk-in Pantry Ideas from Eight Bespoke Projects
17 July 2020
Blog
Handmade Day Pantry
9 July 2020
Blog
Handmade Breakfast Pantry
2 July 2020
Blog
Our Take on Creating a Summer Kitchen
26 June 2020
News
COVID-19 Business Update
22 June 2020
Blog
Handmade Galley-Style Kitchens
11 June 2020
Blog
Truly Bespoke Corner Larder with Pocket Doors
4 June 2020
Blog
Kitchen Island Ideas from Our Handmade Projects
28 May 2020
Blog
The Kitchen - A Multi-tasking Space
20 May 2020
Blog
Handmade U-Shaped Kitchens
14 May 2020
Blog
Handmade L-Shaped Kitchens
6 May 2020
Blog
What Makes a Good Hand-Painted Kitchen Finish?
30 March 2020
Blog
The Place For Configurable Kitchens In Loughton
30 March 2020
Blog
Solid Wood Kitchens: Oak, Pine and Painted Tulipwood
30 March 2020
Blog
Is an Open-Plan Kitchen Right for Your Home?
30 March 2020
Blog
How to Modernise a Shaker Kitchen
30 March 2020
Blog
What Is a Traditional Shaker Kitchen?
30 March 2020
Blog
Luxury Bespoke Kitchens Chigwell
30 March 2020
Blog
Kitchen Seating Ideas: Stools, Chairs, Banquettes and Benches
30 March 2020
Blog
Handmade Kitchens in Chigwell
30 March 2020
Blog
Kitchen Lighting Ideas
30 March 2020
Blog
Handmade Kitchen Cabinets: How We Make Them
30 March 2020
Blog
What Is an In-Frame Kitchen?
30 March 2020
Blog
Enhance Your Home With Bespoke Kitchen Cupboards Chigwell
30 March 2020
Blog
Hand Painted Bespoke Kitchens In Chingford
30 March 2020
Blog
Hand Painted Bespoke Kitchens
30 March 2020
Blog
What Does Handmade (Bespoke) Really Mean?
30 March 2020
Blog
Find Bespoke Kitchen Cupboards In Chigwell
30 March 2020
Blog
Bespoke Fitted Kitchens In Chingford
30 March 2020
Blog
Bespoke Hand Painted Kitchens in Loughton
30 March 2020
Blog
Carrara Quartz Worktops
30 March 2020
Blog
Built-In vs Built-Under Appliances: What's the Difference?
30 March 2020
Blog
Bespoke Kitchen Designers In Loughton
30 March 2020
Blog
Luxury Kitchen vs Standard Kitchen: What's the Difference?
30 March 2020
Blog
Discover Bespoke Painted Kitchens In Chigwell
30 March 2020
Blog
Classic English Country Kitchens
30 March 2020
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Wolf - The Vacuum Seal Drawer
12 March 2020
Kitchen Design Advice
Adding a Victorian Vibe to the Kitchen
3 March 2020
Kitchen Appliance Advice
The Difference between the Three Wolf M Series Built-in Ovens
24 February 2020
Kitchen Design Advice
Creating a Single-Wall Kitchen with an Island
20 February 2020
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Wolf M-Series Cooking Modes
12 December 2019
Kitchen Appliance Advice
James Martin - Cooking with Wolf Appliances
25 November 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Handmade Kitchen TV Cabinets
19 November 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
A look into Glass Fronted Cabinets on a Handmade Kitchen
25 October 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing a Green hue in the Bathroom & Kitchen from Farrow & Ball
5 October 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
The Best Cocktail Glasses to go with Your Handmade Bar
29 July 2019
Kitchen Appliance Advice
ILVE Range Cookers
11 July 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Hand Painted Kitchens vs Spray Finish Kitchens
10 June 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing Red and Pink hues in the kitchen from Farrow & Ball
3 May 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Kitchen Layout Inspiration
27 April 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing Grey hues in the kitchen from Farrow & Ball
12 April 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Floor-to-Ceiling Kitchen Cabinetry
9 April 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing Black in the kitchen from Farrow & Ball
20 March 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing Dark Colours in the Kitchen from Farrow & Ball
7 March 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing English Heritage Colours in the Kitchen from Little Greene Paint Company
14 February 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Nicholas Bridger Galley Style Kitchens
12 February 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Nicholas Bridger L-Shaped Kitchens
4 February 2019
Kitchen Design Advice
Nicholas Bridger Islands
28 January 2019
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Add to the Mix - a Wolf Toaster
10 December 2018
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Wolf Cooktop Island Hoods - Extraction with Style & Performance
29 November 2018
Kitchen Design Advice
Walk In Pantry - Extend Your Kitchen Storage
25 November 2018
Kitchen Design Advice
Farrow & Ball - Nine New Colours of 2018 to Paint your Kitchen Cabinetry
12 November 2018
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Wolf Microwaves - A True Cooking Instrument
10 November 2018
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Say Hello to Big Culinary Dreams With a Built-in Oven by Wolf
15 October 2018
Kitchen Design Advice
Introducing Green in the Kitchen from Little Greene Paint Company
10 October 2018
Kitchen Appliance Advice
The Wolf Induction Hob That Looks As Good As It Cooks
30 September 2018
Kitchen Appliance Advice
An Everyday Luxury from Kaelo
20 September 2018
Kitchen Design Advice
In-frame Slab Front Kitchen Style
9 August 2018
Kitchen Design Advice
Built-In Oven(s) or a Range?
30 April 2018
Kitchen Appliance Advice
Perrin and Rowe Taps Essex
5 March 2018
Kitchen Design Advice
Designer Kitchens
13 February 2018
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Wolf 48" Dual Fuel Range Cooker
21 January 2018