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Vast experience in re-upholstery ofsofas and chairs, also completed many commercialcontracts for leading companies such as Weatherspoons,GMP Design, local authorities and Bourne LeisureVisit our showroom:Sunningdale Trading Estate, Dixon Close, Lincoln LN6 7UB *Terms and conditions apply20% Off This Summer*BeforeQUALITYKITCHENFACELIFTS•From doors to acomplete kitchen•Large choice of doors,worktops, appliancesand accessories•Free planning &design serviceCONTACT SHEILA FOR FREE QUOTE:01522 526400 dreamdoors.co.ukDREAM DOORS®NEW LIFE FOR OLD KITCHENSView our credentials at14-27_Layout 1 24/05/2016 08:52 Page 13LINCOLNSHIRETODAY27HOMESTop chefs and punters alike agreethat the kitchen is a place where thefamily should get together, spend time,swap stories and stuff their faces.Ensuring there’s enough seating,whether it’s dining chairs or a sofa is atop priority. Having a theme for the kitchen canmake it easier when it comes todecorating, so if it’s traditionalfarmhouse, finding furniture pieces andaccessories is a whole lot simpler. Then,of course, there’s the modernapproach, a Mediterranean spin orsomething a little more adventurous. As far as the kitchen is concerned,there’s no right or wrong way, blendingbrands and styles will still result insomething wonderful that the wholefamily want to spend time in. PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/MR. INTERIORPHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/CHESKY The hub of the home, this full sizekitchen with bar island opens uponto the living spaceLighting is especially important in kitchens.This light-infused backsplash is a great twist14-27_Layout 1 24/05/2016 08:52 Page 1428 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESIt might be an office, spare bedroom or hidey hole, but chances arethere’s a small space somewhere in your house that’s descended intoclutter or relegated to storage. One of the secrets of interior design ismaking maximum impact with minimal input and nowhere is this asnecessary than when it comes to the kind of rooms that are typicallyreferred to as shoeboxes. Light is the great redeemer and can trick the eye into thinking a spaceis that much bigger than it is. Using a wall-mounted mirror to catch thesunlight will illuminate any space and add to its depth. It’s a simple fixthat works as well in the bedroom as it does in the lounge. When itcomes to letting the light in, there’s no such thing as too many mirrors.Some smart furniture choices means packing in plenty without havingto compromise on space. This means opting for units with plentyshelves and drawers, combing storage, display and function in one. Colour can also make a room appear smaller, choosing lighter shadeswill create a breezy ambiance, making the whole space look and feelbigger. If it’s a bedroom, try using lighter materials for fixtures such ascurtains or even instead of doors on wardrobes. Or, if it’s a bathroom,getting rid of cabinet doors all together can create the illusion of spaceand openness. In the end it’s about trial and error, but experimenting with colour,furniture and light can make all the difference and suddenly the pokeyroom you’ve ignored all these years can be the best in the house. Doing a lotwith a little1Light, colour and furniture can all affect how largeor small a room looks, so taking the time to mixand match can make a small room seem bigger. Doing a lotwith a little28-29_Layout 1 23/05/2016 15:34 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY29HOMES1) Belfort Range - Cream TV CabinetCaption: With storage drawers and generous shelves, this TVcabinet from Melody Maison is ideally suited for a smaller space. 2) Pigeonhole Mirror Practical and elegant – the Pigeonhole Mirror from Atkin andThyme is the ultimate space-saver with its mirrored surfacesurrounded by individual mangowood cubby holes. 3) Olive & Daisy Cushions These printed Linen cushions by Olive & Daisy come in assortedcolours - available at Follie. 4) Milano BeddingStill the very definition of space saving, the sofa bed is a must andthis Miano Bedding from Charles is elegant, delicate andcomfortable. 24PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/AFRICA STUDIO328-29_Layout 1 23/05/2016 15:34 Page 2Next >