About this ebook
In KITCHEN, LIVING & BEYOND, property designer and renovation specialist David Delavega shares practical design principles developed through more than 25 years of experience in property design and renovation.
This beautifully presented 80-page guide explains how to plan, design and renovate a kitchen that is luxurious, functional and connected naturally to the living room.
Inside, you will discover:
• How to open the layout and move a kitchen into the living space
• How to choose between one-wall, galley, L-shaped, U-shaped, island and peninsula layouts
• How to select cabinet colours, worktops, splashbacks, flooring and metal finishes
• How to combine colours and materials successfully
• Soft-close hinges, full-extension drawer runners and premium cabinet construction
• Integrated rubbish and recycling bins, pantry storage and appliance garages
• Kitchen-island dimensions, seating, storage, sinks and cooking zones
• Concealed LED lighting, shadow lighting, shelf lighting and modern evening scenes
• Appliance planning, extraction, ventilation, plumbing and electrical considerations
• Renovation sequencing, budgeting, installation, snagging and final handover checks
Original conceptual design visualisations and matched before-and-after transformations demonstrate how dated or badly organised kitchens can become calm, modern and luxurious living environments.
Whether you are planning a complete kitchen renovation or simply choosing new materials, this book will help you avoid expensive mistakes and create a kitchen that looks beautiful, works intelligently and feels naturally connected to your home.
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About the author
David Delavega is a London-based property designer, renovation specialist and founder of Foxter. With more than 25 years of experience in property design, construction and residential renovation, he has developed a practical understanding of how thoughtful planning, quality materials and careful workmanship can transform a home.
His work covers kitchen design, interior renovation, extensions, loft conversions and complete residential refurbishments across London. David’s design philosophy combines luxury with functionality, focusing on elegant spaces that are comfortable, practical and built for everyday living.
Through his books, David shares professional design principles, renovation techniques and valuable details that help homeowners avoid expensive mistakes and create beautiful, lasting homes.
