We take a look at this fresh and inspiring kitchen design book from the author of the ‘My Cool’ series and co-author of George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces…

My Cool Kitchen – a style guide to unique and inspirational kitchen is a breath of fresh air in comparison to some kitchen-inspiration tomes. Not only does it feature stylish kitchens from around the world but it also highlights the fact that taste, not a huge budget, is key to creating your dream – or ‘cool’ – kitchen.

 

TEST As well as giving the reader an overview of certain ‘looks’ and general inspiration, the book also include masses of clever interior decorating tips

As well as giving the reader an overview of certain ‘looks’ and general inspiration, the book also include masses of clever interior decorating tips

TEST Best of all, the book is full of joy, colour, inventiveness and individuality

Best of all, the book is full of joy, colour, inventiveness and individuality

  • pictures: Richard Maxted & Art Gray

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