This month in

Kitchen & Bathroom

Express - A special news focus

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The grapevine This month’s hot off the press kitchen and bathroom news will see you flocking to Dominic Crinson’s stunning new wallpaper and tile showroom, cutting a dash to Artichoke’s ultra personal design studio and sprinting towards Hääcker’s innovative fivestorey kitchen showroom

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On parade A striking parade of kitchen and bathroom furniture and accessories, from Habitat’s latest wares to Matki’s sleek shower column

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A social affair Reach for your diary and book in this exciting and unmissable selection of design exhibitions, food festivals and cookery schools

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Visit. . . B & T Antiques in west London and discover how to introduce unique pieces of history into your kitchen and bathroom

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Introducing... Super talented architects and interior designers Voon Wong and Benson Saw, are making waves with their homeware and accessory collections

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Coffee table pleasures Hotel design inspiration, classic French cuisine and unique wallpapers provide essential reading in this month’s book reviews Retreat Spend a stolen moment taking in the idyllic Austrian surroundings and interior of the Schloss Seefels hotel and its magical spa

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Your Utopia - Exclusive home interiors

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The missing link Interior designer Vicki Wells of Wells & Trembath completely refurbished a 1930’s Edwardian property in north London. A clever interior layout now means the new contemporary styled rooms are linked to suit a family

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Bridging the gap The kitchen and bathroom in this brand new house in Northumberland play a role in joining the reclaimed exterior in a conservation area, with an elegant and contemporary interior

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One for all Designer Simon Bray has transformed three separate rooms in this property in Southern England, into one spacious kitchen and dining area

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Firm friends A sixteen-year working relationship between the owners of this Wiltshire home and kitchen designer Mark Wilkinson has led to a radiant conservatory kitchen

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Spotlight - Insightful articles

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Full steam ahead Things are really heating up in the kitchen with a variety of steam ovens. Healthy eating and sleek aesthetics go hand in hand

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The great debate – Natural versus synthetic materials The range of materials used to form kitchens is ever expanding. Experts voice the benefits of both natural and man-made materials

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Soak it up The humble bathtub is redesigned into an invigorating spa experience within your own home

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Bottling it up Specialist wine storage units, designed for the kitchen, are replacing the traditional wine cellar by providing a variety of hi-tech functions

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Off the wall Visit Utopia’s exceptional collection of vibrant and unusually shaped bathroom basins, perfect to highlight a luxurious sanctuary space

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Classics - Utopia’s regular reads

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Designer collection Renowned designer Ross Lovegrove has turned his passion for organic forms into a new sleek and modular bathroom system

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Eco-conscious Go green with Utopia’s choice of eco-friendly accessories

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Divine inspiration A magnificent country house hotel in Dorset is a treasure trove of traditional details to suit your very own kitchen and bathroom

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Competition Your chance to win a luxurious freestanding bathtub worth £3290

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The hub showcase Function meets beauty in an inspiring kitchen parade

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Intelligence Smart designs and technologies for your home

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Entertaining at home Entertain your guests through the summer with special recipes and wine, contributed by the sparkling Pearl Restaurant and Bar

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The sanctuary showcase Be seduced by an exceptional collection of bathroom spaces

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Sanctuary The finest essential oils and salts to enhance your bathing experience

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Utopia out The news and views from events held by Hansgrohe, Grand Designs Live at Pedini and Casalgrande Padana’s international tile awards

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Exit French designer Jean-Marie Massaud reveals his top tips for the bathroom and a few of his favourite things

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