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Two turn-of-the-century glass factories have been reconfigured as spacious lofts. Respect for the buildings' origins on the outside is carried through to the apartment interiors

Not much architectural interest was left in this oft-remodeled home, so the owners opted for a contemporary look with a quirky twist

The sleek, contemporary design of this kitchen in a country house is complemented by Corian® Fossil countertops

For the owners of these two kitchens, intelligent kitchen design has given them practical spaces in which to work

No matter what the size of your home, you cannow experience the culinary performance of a cooker from La Cornue

Light-coloured European ash cabinetry and a streamlined design ensure this new kitchen in a renovated villa doesn't intrude on the adjacent living space

This minimalist kitchen's elliptical shapes echo the frequent swirling fogs ofthe city it overlooks

With its lacquered elm burr cabinetry and black woodwork, this kitchen by Klassic Kitchens is as sumptuous as it is functional

Neutrals and white predominate in this kitchen, which comes alive with colour and pattern that can be changed whenever the family chooses

Timber benchtops are the speciality of Kings Fourth Generation Woodworking Company

Homeowners can now experiment with different kitchen fittings and colours in their own home

Appliances that are easy to operate and clean make light work of your time in the kitchen the Simpson range provides a gleaming example