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Thinking of a new kitchen for Christmas?

Thinking of a new kitchen to celebrate Christmas in style? …….Second Nature’s painted Langham collection is perfect for creating a cosy and homely Christmas feel, accessorise in tones of red and cream and it will set you in the mood for the festive season – and……don’t forget to dust the [...]

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Pennwood and Second Nature’s new kitchen is a hit for Children in Need

Congratulations to Second Nature retailer Pennwood Kitchens in Wolverhampton who pulled out all the stops to create an inspirational yet very practical kitchen for BBC 1’s DIY SOS Big Build for Children In Need (shown on 10/11/110).  The refurbishment of the Norris Green Youth Centre in Liverpool was the program’s [...]

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Shabby chic

Inject the essence of ‘shabby chic’ into your home for a look that’s not only timeless but is ever so easy to live with. Take inspiration from vintage style with painted furniture, decorative ceramics and a mix of pastel tones – French farmhouse with a hint of eclectic fun!  Some [...]

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Second Nature’s Remo strikes gold with Designer award

Second Nature’s Remo range has scooped the Designer Magazine’s 2011 Gold Award for product innovation. The culmination of 18 months’ product research and development the innovation of Remo is exemplified with its registered design status for the originality and distinguishing features of the unique curved-barrel drawers. They exude simple, symmetrical [...]

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Trend Talk – simple country heritage

Keeping abreast of emerging trends, new materials and technology is top of the agenda for the  Second Nature Design Team.  Following a visit to one of the leading furniture fairs in Germany the trend for ‘simple country heritage’ is very evident across a number of materials and styles.  The hand-made [...]

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Hibernation inspiration!

As the leaves change to gorgeous tones of red, orange and brown and we put our t-shirts away in favour of warm woolly cardigans, scarves and jumpers our instinct is to bring warmth into our homes in the same way. Our thoughts turn to family gatherings at Bonfire Night, Christmas [...]

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Second Nature & Pennwood Kitchens answer Children in Need’s DIY SOS

Second Nature are delighted to have supported Pennwood Kitchens in Wolverhampton in assisting BBC’s DIY SOS program with its biggest community project to date to revitalise and update a run-down youth centre for Children In Need. Pennwood’s offer of designing and fitting the kitchen for the Norris Green Youth Centre [...]

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Tips on How to Achieve a Contemporary Kitchen Design

A well designed contemporary kitchen looks chic and stylish. But there are a number of ‘must haves’ for it to truly make a statement. Here are the five top essentials to include in a contemporary kitchen plan.

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Vintage rules!

Wartime callbacks have been popping up everywhere recently, from ‘Keep Calm and Carry On’ to Union Jack emblazoned soft furnishings. Here are some accessories that could make a quaint addition to your traditional kitchen for that reminiscent British feel.

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U-Shaped Kitchens

U-Shaped designs are often the best-shaped kitchen to plan the most ergonomic positioning of your sink, hob and fridge. This is called a working triangle. The items you use most as you cook and clean up are therefore all close at hand. A U-shaped kitchen allows you to be more [...]

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