In this episode of Love Your Kitchen, host Faye Newman explores a timeless, in-frame display at the Olive & Barr showroom and unpacks what makes it both beautiful and hard-wearing. From colour stories and T&G panelling to a flush-mounted venting hob and thoughtful lighting, Faye turns a single kitchen design into a masterclass of ideas you can lift for your own kitchen renovation or kitchen remodel.

Key Takeaways

Same Kitchen, New Look: The Power of Colour. From originally painted in Farrow & Ball Sudbury Yellow to two-tone London Clay and Stirabout, this repaint proves how colour and handle choice can fully transform a solid wood kitchen while retaining its original quality.

Plan voids/duct runs early: recirculating or ducted C-routes affect cabinet depth and the drawer beneath. The X Pure’s low noise and shallow under-worktop depth help preserve storage and open-plan calm.

Back wall with benefits. T&G panelling, a slim upstand, and a quartz shelf create a practical, characterful zone; painting elements in the island colour ties two-tone schemes together without overdoing it.

Worktop choices that work. 30-mm Silestone Ethereal Glow (leathered) adds texture; quartz’s low porosity and consistent pattern suit busy homes and book-matching, but confirm any sealing needs for matte/suede finishes.

Hardware harmony. Aged-brass knobs/cups (and matching butt hinges) give patina without the maintenance of a “living” finish; easy to switch later as tastes change.

Best Moments

“The same furniture looked completely different in a bright exhibition colour, painted kitchens are so transformable.”

“Check the undercoat. Dark colours need a colour-matched primer so knocks don’t reveal a white primer.”

“Bookend shelves at the island seating side add personality, storage and a spot for conversation.”

“Venting hobs demand planning, allow the void, protect the warranty, and keep that top drawer useful.”

About the Host

Faye Newman is a freelance Kitchen Designer with eight years of experience in the industry. With a background in furniture design and a passion for creating spaces that reflect the essence of the home, Faye brings a unique perspective to kitchen design. Her dedication to client satisfaction and love for her craft shines through in every project she undertakes.

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