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YOUR MAGAZINE THIS MONTH JULY 2012 ON THE COVER

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T h e o n l yk i t c h e n a n d b a t h r o o m m a g a z i n e d e d i c a t e d t o l u x u r y d e s i g n

The only kitchen and bathroom magazine dedicated to luxury design

The only kitchen and bathroom magazine dedicated to luxury design

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JULY 2012

STONE DESTINY HOW TO USE STOnE

Euro stars

Continental style in a showroom near you soon

Tray chic showering sensations

Cubicles and trays line-up

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REAL HOMES

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COSMOPOLITAN MODERNITY The owners of this stunning home in Notting Hill knew the exact look they wanted as the design developed over time so did their spectacular open-plan kitchen

ISLAND DESTINATION A kitchen to fulfil the entire family’s needs was the brief for the designer – a light-filled open-plan space was the result

CLASSIC CONTEMPORARY This family’s kitchen evolves as it progresses – mixing classic with contemporary – just like the style of the house

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PROUD WE CHOSE BRITISH:

Three real homes flying the flag

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COVER IMAGE: Bespoke kitchen and furniture by Bill Brayer Design. See our exclusive case study on page 46

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REGULARS

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FEATURES

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LIVING&LEISURE

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SPOTLIGHT News on the latest designs for kitchens and bathrooms

ROUND-UP – STATEMENT SHOWER HEADS From time-honoured traditional to contemporary cutting-edge – spectacular style rules

DESIGNERS’ SECRETS Professional tips for a polished finish in your kitchen and bathroom

TRENDS Pauline Heffernan-Gibbs owner of Coco Design reveals one of the hottest trends

COMPETITION One lucky reader will win a luxury Spectra walk-in shower screen plus a thermostatic shower and chrome bathroom accessories from Aqata worth £1,500

THE ADVICE HUB Professionals from the kitchen and bathroom industries point you in the right direction

SUBSCRIPTION OFFER Save money when you subscribe and you could win the LED Sensor Mirror from Ellis Furniture worth £300

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BUYERS’ GUIDE – WASHING MACHINES The latest products are examined offering you a host of features to make the laundry hassle free DESIGNER COLLECTION Exclusive interview with Ludovica+Roberto Palomba about Jingle, the extensive tap collection they’ve designed for Zucchetti

TRAY CHIC Choosing the perfect shower tray and enclosure is essential to ensure your shower area is not only beautiful, but also practical and low maintenance

EURO STARS A preview of the latest up-to -the-minute European kitchen and bathroom products coming to a showroom near you soon

STONE DESTINY Inspirational ideas and practical advice on using stone to maximum effect

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KITCHEN SHOWCASE Chic cabinetry that is on its way to a showroom near you soon

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BATHROOM SHOWCASE Brand new beautiful ideas for your bathing spaces

118 Little luxuries A selection of the latest gifts and accessories to add that final flourish

120 Kitchen connections These fabulous soft furnishings and items of furniture will help you to create a perfectly co-ordinated open-plan setting

122 In print This selection of design and cookery books is sure to tempt and inspire

124 Fine dining From a street party to a summer lunch in the garden, these delicious British fare recipes will help you and your friends celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in style

128 A social affair Find plenty of food, garden, and interiors ideas at these events and exhibitions, and come home brimming with inspiration

130 Design talk Up-close and personal – an exclusive interview with designer Justin Van Breda

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