Author profile: Hayley Gilbert

About Hayley Gilbert

Hayley Gilbert is a freelance interiors journalist with 20 years’ experience in the industry. Specialising in all things kitchens, Hayley has contributed to a wide range of consumer titles such as Beautiful Kitchens, EKBB, KBB, Grand Designs, House Beautiful and Ideal Home, as well as national newspapers including The Sunday Times.... @HaylGilbert / hayleygilbertblog.wordpress.com

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The Perfect Blend – By Touch Design

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The clients, who live in a period Devon property, asked us to design a contemporary kitchen environment as part of a refurbishment that included a modern glass extension. The kitchen was to sit in both the period and new parts of the house…

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Get set for Christmas

1) Corian

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With the big day only a month or so away, the kitchen really comes into its own at this time of year as we shop, prep and cook our way to the Christmas countdown. Here’s my pick of Santa’s little helpers to set you on your way…

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Bespoke Handmade Kitchen – by Chamber Furniture

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The story: This kitchen redesign was part of some major changes to an old vicarage, a renovation project near Maidstone. Created by Chamber Furniture, British designers and manufacturers …

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Autumn Kitchen Updates

Toffee Apple Layer Cake...

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With winter fast approaching, now’s the perfect time to give your kitchen a boost in time for Christmas and there’s plenty to inspire this month, with everything from sleek new sinks and taps to time-saving gadgets and recipe ideas…

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Modern Handleless Kitchen – designed by Cue & Co of London

Modern Handless Kitchen - designed by Cue & Co of London 6

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The layout of the kitchen works very well ergonomically. The island with the breakfast bar is the central feature and bridges the gap between the dining table and the cooking area, allowing the family to gather around…

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100% Design 2015 – What not to miss

8) HI-MACS

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Each year, 100% Design is a hotly anticipated design trade event, the largest in the UK, which attracts everyone from architects and designers to specifiers, contractors, retailers and press from around the world. Taking place from 23-26 September at London’s Olympia, the event will be opened by Ilse Crawford with a headline talk on Wednesday 23rd at 11am. Discussing design that engages with the senses, the iconic designer will head up an exciting programme of talks about how our lives can be influenced positively by design. All talks are free for registered visitors and you can register for entry now at…

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