The kitchen

The Kitchen

The kitchen at La Castellane is the heart of the house. I have so many fond memories of friends and family in this room, and it's those memories that make the design and decorating process all worth it.

1. If my budget allows, an AGA can play a central role in making a kitchen feel inviting. They can also be surprisingly efficient, helping to reduce the amount of time I may need the central heating on.

1. Styling my kitchen with fresh produce is a great, affordable way to bring pieces together and give a 'lived in' feeling.

1. I like to go for a timeless look in my kitchen. This means I avoid changing expensive cabinetry according to fashion. I have used classic shaker style cupboards.

1. Overhead cabinets can make the room feel a lot smaller than it really is, having an open head shelf can give you a sense of having more space.

1. Overhead cabinets can make the room feel a lot smaller than it really is. I like to have an open head shelf, this gives a sense of having more space in the room.

1. I always try to reduce the amount of clutter within my kitchen by taking items out that I haven't used for a long time and assessing what I really need.

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