Kitchen design and decor ideas

These kitchen design ideas include everything from traditional and rustic to cutting edge contemporary, so sit back, choose a guide, and discover how you can transform your kitchen into something spectacular.

6 things you need to know about designing a gloss kitchen
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6 things you need to know about designing a gloss kitchen

Fitting your kitchen with gloss cabinets and worktops will give it instant style and shine. Here are 6 things to think about when designing your gloss kitchen.

7 questions to consider when creating a matt kitchen
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7 questions to consider when creating a matt kitchen

Read our guide to discover the 7 questions you need to answer when designing your perfect matt kitchen.

How to add a vintage touch to your kitchen
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How to add a vintage touch to your kitchen

Love vintage design? Wren Kitchens explain how you can create your very own vintage kitchen.

How to choose your kitchen door handles
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How to choose your kitchen door handles

Choosing your kitchen door handles? Wren Kitchens has you covered, with the ultimate guide to help you pick the right one for your style.

How to create a farmhouse kitchen
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How to create a farmhouse kitchen

If you love traditional farmhouse design, the Wren Kitchens guide to a farmhouse kitchen will help you create your own in five easy steps.

How to design a kitchen island
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How to design a kitchen island

Read our guide to find all the information and inspiration you'll need in order to design a kitchen island that will work perfectly for you.

How to design an art deco kitchen
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How to design an art deco kitchen

Art deco interior design is timeless, making it a great choice for your kitchen. Read our guide to find inspiration and to discover how you can design your own art deco kitchen!

How to design an Italian style kitchen
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How to design an Italian style kitchen

Fallen in love with Italian design? Wren Kitchens show you how to bring Italian style into your kitchen.

How to pick the perfect kitchen sink
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How to pick the perfect kitchen sink

Ceramic, stainless steel or composite? There is a type of kitchen sink to suit different needs and styles. This guide will help you find the right sink for your kitchen.

How to use wooden features in your kitchen
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How to use wooden features in your kitchen

Whether it's a rustic or modern kitchen design you want, our guide will help you use wooden features to create your dream kitchen.

Getting industrial with kitchen designs
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Getting industrial with kitchen designs

When it comes to the style of your kitchen you can choose from practically anything; rustic and traditional, hyper modern or fantastically futuristic: there is nothing you can't have.

Kitchen splashback ideas
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Kitchen splashback ideas

Investing in excellent splashbacks is a great way to add style and functionality to your kitchen. As a multifunctional room, used for cooking, dining and entertaining, it's essential that your kitchen is well equipped for any event, and choosing the right splashbacks will play a vital role in creating an outstanding space.

When psychology meets kitchen design
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When psychology meets kitchen design

The kitchen has long been described as the 'heart of the home' – the place where families come together over beautifully home-cooked food; couples enjoy a relaxing night in over candlelight; and siblings squabble over who gets to eat the leftover cake mix. Wren Kitchens has a design for every taste, so what exactly constitutes a dream kitchen?

How to design a timeless kitchen that will last a lifetime
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How to design a timeless kitchen that will last a lifetime

Buying a new kitchen is a big decision; one that most families will spend a lot of time planning and saving for. For some, the decision to redesign is fuelled by a desire to create an up to date and modern kitchen. For others, it's all about designing a stunning and functional space that looks good, but more importantly will stand the test of time.

Upcycling ideas for a unique looking kitchen
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Upcycling ideas for a unique looking kitchen

Do you love standing out from the crowd? Upcycling items for your kitchen to achieve a unique look might be for you. In an increasingly green world, where recycling is only growing in importance, cutting the waste and creating beautiful items for your kitchen is not only environmentally friendly, but wallet-friendly too.

Fantastic kitchen fabrics
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Fantastic kitchen fabrics

Fabrics are a great way to give your kitchen that much needed facelift, without breaking the bank. Although technically an accessory, fabrics are an integral part of your decoration and can be used to tie styles and design schemes together. Use fabrics to introduce new colours and textures into a room. A new pair of curtains, or a tablecloth, can alter the feel and tone of the entire kitchen.

Simple tips for updating your kitchen
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Simple tips for updating your kitchen

The kitchen is the center of the home so it needs to look the part. If yours is full of old lists, empty jam jars and other bits and pieces it's time to be brave, have a clear-out and enjoy the thrill that comes from having a clean, uncluttered kitchen. After all, updating your cooking space needn't be difficult.

Creating a country kitchen to sing about
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Creating a country kitchen to sing about

Forget stainless steel, flashy red appliances and expensive paint-splash artwork – introduce the stress-free vibe of the beautiful countryside into your home and invest in a timeless country kitchen. This look is certainly not difficult to achieve, taking inspiration from the rolling hills and woodland around us, and you may be surprised at the effect a little detailing and subtle accessorising can have!

Best kitchen designs and features for entertaining
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Best kitchen designs and features for entertaining

No matter what the occasion, or how hard you try to keep your culinary centre a secret from guests, if you are entertaining then they will end up in your kitchen. Accept it and embrace it. The pull to the eating area will never ever go away and that is the reason we have devised these top tips to help you to design a kitchen with entertaining in mind. There will be no preparing desserts behind closed doors, or running to grab the wine from the fridge in this instance – so take pride in your kitchen and make it the central hub it's longing to be.

Creating a Scandinavian kitchen diner
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Creating a Scandinavian kitchen diner

Embrace a modern Nordic Scandinavian kitchen with a style inspired by the charms of nature and winter. Let's explore some of the key features of Scandinavian design and discover how you can recreate this gorgeous style in your home.

Oh la la! How to create a French country style kitchen
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Oh la la! How to create a French country style kitchen

Taking inspiration from the romantic and idyllic French country cottage, the French Country style kitchen is charming, rustic and beautiful. With a warm and welcoming atmosphere, this style of kitchen is ideal for busy families, yet remains chic and elegant due to its gorgeous accessories.

How to get your perfect Mediterranean style kitchen
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How to get your perfect Mediterranean style kitchen

You can let the sunshine into the heart of your home all year round with a warm, inviting Mediterranean style kitchen. The region is a melting pot of several different cultures which combine to create a rich visual design. With its white beaches, warm climate and tasty cuisine, a Mediterranean kitchen could be the perfect way to give your home an exotic touch and a unique ambience by mixing a laid back look with today's modern kitchen.

How to achieve your perfect Scandinavian style kitchen
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How to achieve your perfect Scandinavian style kitchen

Crisp, vast, snow-covered landscapes are the first things most people think of when they hear the word 'Scandinavia'. Its relentless winters are a powerful influence on in its world-renowned and highly sought after kitchen style.

Sleek and Sophisticated: High-gloss Kitchen Design
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Sleek and Sophisticated: High-gloss Kitchen Design

If you want your kitchen to ooze chic style and sophistication, a high-gloss design is the perfect choice. Gloss finishes are very on trend at the moment and this beautiful style will help to create an illusion of space and light, whatever your kitchen's shape or size.

How to bring hygge into your kitchen
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How to bring hygge into your kitchen

Scandinavian design has long inspired us to embrace simplicity and minimalism in our homes with pale colours, clean lines and often exposed wood for a bright and tranquil look. And now there's a new Scandi decor trend that will enhance the feel of our kitchens too: hygge. Bringing hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) into your kitchen will create an atmosphere where you, your family and your friends will be able to cook, laugh and relax, the Scandinavian way.

7 ideas for creating an ultra-modern kitchen design
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7 ideas for creating an ultra-modern kitchen design

High-tech gadgets, sleek and clean lines, handleless doors and drawers – all define the ultra-modern kitchen. If you want to bring a touch of modernism to your kitchen, use our seven best design tips to help you create the kitchen of the future.

8 shabby chic interior design ideas for your kitchen
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8 shabby chic interior design ideas for your kitchen

Shabby chic combines vintage, antique and rustic elements to create a cheerful atmosphere that always feels welcoming. There are many ways you can design a shabby chic kitchen, incorporating modern throwback touches and authentic pieces to make a scheme that is uniquely yours. Sound good? From kitchen cabinets to accessories, our top eight tips can transform your kitchen into a shabby chic retreat.

How to create a nature-inspired kitchen
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How to create a nature-inspired kitchen

Authentic and calming, nature-inspired kitchens aren't about flower motifs and animal silhouettes. There is no one way to create a nature-inspired design in your kitchen, but there are trends to choose from that will make the room feel like an extension of the outside world.

Using bridging units in your kitchen design
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Using bridging units in your kitchen design

Kitchen bridging units are a fantastic space-saving units. We explain how you can incorporate them into your kitchen.

Inspiration for your industrial kitchen re-vamp
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Inspiration for your industrial kitchen re-vamp

Industrial design is all about using functionality and personality to create organised spaces. See our industrial kitchen gallery here for inspiration.

Design tips for handleless kitchen units
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Design tips for handleless kitchen units

A handleless kitchen is the perfect choice for creating a contemporary look. Check out our favourite tips on this increasingly popular look.

Tall kitchen units: What are they, and how should you use them?
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Tall kitchen units: What are they, and how should you use them?

Suitable for small and large kitchens alike, we tell you everything you need to know about choosing and integrating tall kitchen units into your kitchen.

How to choose and maintain a quartz worktop
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How to choose and maintain a quartz worktop

Quartz worktops have a sophistication and quality giving your kitchen that high-end feeling. We've outlined everything you need to know about choosing and maintaining a quartz worktop.

How to incorporate gold, brass, and copper kitchen accents
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How to incorporate gold, brass, and copper kitchen accents

Copper, gold, and brass kitchens are continuously growing in popularity. Here’s how to add these stylish metallic hues into your cooking and dining areas.

How to embrace the coral trend in your kitchen
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How to embrace the coral trend in your kitchen

We talk you through how to bring the coral colour trend into your kitchen, covering where to style it across your layout and which colours, textures, and tones to pair it with.

How to design an eco-friendly kitchen
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How to design an eco-friendly kitchen

Add style and substance to your home with ease by designing an eco-friendly kitchen. With a little planning, you can help the environment with the kitchen of your dreams.

Classic vs. contemporary in your kitchen
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Classic vs. contemporary in your kitchen

Combining classic and contemporary is set to be a popular design trend. Learn how you can incorporate contrasting features in your space.

How to choose a textured work surface
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How to choose a textured work surface

Textured work surfaces are becoming an increasingly popular trend within homes of all styles. Learn how you can style texture into your kitchen.

How to design a kitchen with metallic accents
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How to design a kitchen with metallic accents

We explain everything you ned to know about incorporating metallic accents into your kitchen design. Read on about styling metallic handles, lighting, taps, and more.

3 helpful ideas to create a zero-waste kitchen
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3 helpful ideas to create a zero-waste kitchen

Create your own zero-waste kitchen with these eco-friendly, sustainable living tips from Wren Kitchens.

Heat up your kitchen with some heavy metal
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Heat up your kitchen with some heavy metal

Metal and brass kitchen features and accessories can create a distinctive look and feel in your home – explore our latest guide covering this topic at Wren Kitchens.

The shake down: sourcing the ingredients for your dream shaker kitchen
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The shake down: Sourcing the ingredients for your dream Shaker kitchen

Get inspired by Shaker kitchen design ideas from Wren Kitchens and find out how to source the features, design elements, colours and materials that you need to make your dream a reality

Top Kitchen Ceiling Designs to Try at Home
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Top Kitchen Ceiling Designs to Try at Home

Be honest: when it comes to designing your dream kitchen, did you stop to consider your ceiling?

How to create a beach style kitchen
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How to create a beach style kitchen

Transform your kitchen from ordinary to extraordinary

How to create a chic, Parisian-inspired kitchen
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How to create a chic, Parisian-inspired kitchen

Transform your kitchen from ordinary to extraordinary

How to create a contemporary, two-tone kitchen
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How to create a contemporary, two-tone kitchen

Transform your kitchen from ordinary to extraordinary

Should you have a double kitchen island?
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Should you have a double kitchen island?

It’s the ultimate dream: Insta-worthy double kitchen islands are trending on social media and in glossy interior magazines right now.

Mistakes to avoid when redesigning your kitchen
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Mistakes to avoid when redesigning your kitchen

There’s a common saying that ‘you live and learn’, but we’re here to make sure that it’s not the case when it comes to redesigning your new kitchen.

How to showcase your personal style with an eclectic kitchen
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How to showcase your personal style with an eclectic kitchen

Can’t decide on which kitchen style to go for? Then why not incorporate all of them!

How to make a statement with your kitchen tiles
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How to make a statement with your kitchen tiles

The tiles you choose truly do have the power to transform your kitchen.

How to design a futuristic kitchen
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How to design a futuristic kitchen

Prepare to be taken beyond the 21st century and discover how to create a futuristic kitchen that caters for our increasingly busy lives and smaller spaces.

The shake down: sourcing the ingredients for your dream shaker kitchen
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How to choose and style your open kitchen shelving

Transform your kitchen from ordinary to extraordinary

How to create your own chef’s kitchen
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How to create your own chef’s kitchen

Are you a foodie that loves to cook, but are struggling to find the perfect chef’s kitchen design that includes the fine balance between aesthetics and practicality?

How to create the perfect outdoor kitchen
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How to create the perfect outdoor kitchen

Design the perfect outdoor kitchen where you can entertain guests, rustle up a delicious feast for the family, and make the most of those beautiful garden views, even in winter.