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We catch up with Looeeze Grossman, founder of the Used Kitchen Company, to find out why planning and budgeting for your kitchen should be a priority in any new-build or renovation

The Used Kitchen Company’s service can offer a cost effective route to a high-quality finish

What is your advice for people who are planning to get a new kitchen fitted?

Kitchens today have become the hub of the home, with many people shifting to open-plan designs and choosing to combine their living space to make a larger entertaining area. Light is very important in these type of rooms and something you should definitely plan for.

Features such as glazed bifold and sliding doors are becoming increasingly popular as they completely transform the look of the place. Islands are also a growing trend, because you can be busy cooking a meal but you’re still part of what’s going on.

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