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                            <title><![CDATA[ Latest from Livingetc in Kitchens ]]></title>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Kitchen 'Working Triangle' Isn't Dead, You're Just Doing It Wrong — 5 Things You Need to Fix ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/kitchen-working-triangle-mistakes</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Is it an outdated rule? Or do you just not know how to do it right? The experts seem to think the latter... ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Expert Advice]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Mary Wadsworth. Roundhouse ]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[modern kitchen with marble island and attached seating area, and tall cabinets ]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[modern kitchen with marble island and attached seating area, and tall cabinets ]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Our Place's New Limited Edition 'Vanilla Bean' Cookware Collection Is Neutral, but With a Little Something-Something ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Hand-finished with speckles, no two pieces are the same, giving the cookware an artful edge ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Shopping]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Harriet Curzon ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/S3BbHEf6Hz9QAXtcnspAUA.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[Our Place Vanilla Bean cookware collection on red travertine counter with timber joinery]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[Our Place Vanilla Bean cookware collection on red travertine counter with timber joinery]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Timeless Kitchen Colors That Feel Right for Now, But You Won't Regret in 10 Years, Either ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/timeless-kitchen-colors</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ From soft putty to earthy olive, these hues are the most stylish way to future-proof your kitchen, say the experts ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ Ruth.Doherty@freelance.ti-media.com (Ruth Doherty) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ruth Doherty ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/t42YQqY3WKCEdXNjYYoSDd-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Kitchen 'Tile Rugs' Are the Elevated Design Trick That Gives Small Spaces a Charming Focal Point ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/kitchen-tile-rugs</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ This striking tiling trend brings personality and definition to your kitchen — and the experts can't get enough ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Fireclay Tiles]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Dark vs Light Kitchens — How to Know Which One You'll Actually Enjoy Living With ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/dark-vs-light-kitchens</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ From mood and maintenance to light levels and longevity — these are the key factors to consider before making your final choice ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:33:30 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Portia Carroll ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DL3DAR2VhPXuGo8bUNQ44h.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Max Burkhalter. Design: Mary Patton Design.]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[A white kitchen with a pink marble wall and smooth white cooker hood facing out large, wide windows opposite to the island.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A white kitchen with a pink marble wall and smooth white cooker hood facing out large, wide windows opposite to the island.]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Designers Say They're Already Over This One 2025 Kitchen Trend in 2026 — Here's What They're Doing Instead ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/are-curved-kitchen-edges-outdated-in-2026</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The curved kitchen edges were a fan favorite in 2025, but the experts say its time may already be up... ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Expert Advice]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Beth Davis. Design: Holte]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[bright kitchen with beams on the ceiling and light wooden, expressed cabinetry]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[bright kitchen with beams on the ceiling and light wooden, expressed cabinetry]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Romantic Courtyard Garden Renovation Might Be the Ultimate Space to Spend Time Outdoors — It's Warm, Enclosed, and Layered "Without Being Precious" ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/imparfait-design-studio-bistro-style-outdoor-kitchen</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Full of charm and character, this beautiful bistro-inspired design has rewritten the rules for outdoor kitchens ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:52:51 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Alanna Hale. Design: Imparfait Design Studio]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[bistro-style outdoor kitchen with tiled floors and an outdoor fireplace]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[bistro-style outdoor kitchen with tiled floors and an outdoor fireplace]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Mid-Century Kitchen Trends That Look So Right for Homes in 2026 — These Spaces Are "Inviting, Tactile, and Authentic, Rather Than Overly Polished" ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/mid-century-kitchen-trends-for-2026</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ With an appeal as prevalent today as it was 80 years ago, here are our favorite mid-century-inspired trends to use in your kitchen projects this year ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:18:22 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Yoshihiro Makino. Design: Ome Dezin]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[mid-century kitchen design with wooden features, a stone floor, and a sculptural dining table at the centre]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[mid-century kitchen design with wooden features, a stone floor, and a sculptural dining table at the centre]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Not Your Average Kitchen Storage — These Cabinet 'Steps' Make Your Adjustable Shelves Look Like an Intentional Design Choice ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/modern-sawtooth-cabinetry</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Steps, 'teeth', zig-zags — no matter the name, this tiny detail is what helps make adjustable shelving feel way more design-y ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:28:04 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Neptune]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[inside of a kitchen cabinet with zig-zag shelving and green interior]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[inside of a kitchen cabinet with zig-zag shelving and green interior]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ IKEA's Tiered Bamboo Basket Mimics a Dedicated Produce Drawer, but Without Having to Sacrifice So Much Space — Plus, It Looks Good ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/shopping/ikea-kanelmott-vegetable-basket</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Specialized storage for your fruits and vegetables helps them stay fresher for longer — and often looks better, too ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Shopping]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Harriet Curzon ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/S3BbHEf6Hz9QAXtcnspAUA.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[KANELMOTT Vegetable/Fruit Basket in Bamboo on bench]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[KANELMOTT Vegetable/Fruit Basket in Bamboo on bench]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Should Kitchen Cabinets Match Your Wall Colors? There's a New Answer for 2026, According to Designers ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/should-kitchen-cabinets-match-wall-colors</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Kitchen cabinets and walls don't need to match, but they should still feel connected, experts say ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:22:35 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Portia Carroll ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DL3DAR2VhPXuGo8bUNQ44h.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[There&#039;s not much between this pale pink and light lemon but it&#039;s enough to notice a distinction]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A light pale pink and lemon kitchen with an island and glass chandelier hanging above the white worktop]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 3 Colors That Just Work Brilliantly for Outdoor Kitchens, and Go Beyond Basic Timber Finishes ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/outdoor-kitchen-color-ideas</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Take your outdoor kitchen to the next level this summer and opt for one of these expert-approved shades ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:25:12 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Brandon Architects]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Do I Really Need a Steam Oven? Experts Decide Whether This Upgrade Is a Nice-to-Have Luxury or a Modern Kitchen Essential ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/do-i-need-a-steam-oven</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ They may be loved by chefs, but are they necessary in your home kitchen? The experts explain exactly what they think about these kitchen appliances ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:45:14 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Beth Davis. Design: Holte]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[bright and light kitchen with dark timber cabinetry and stainless steel counters]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[bright and light kitchen with dark timber cabinetry and stainless steel counters]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Just-Launched IKEA Bottle Rack Is the Detail That Will Make Your Kitchen Cabinets Look Custom — And It Can Be Used to Store Almost Anything ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/shopping/ikea-variera-bottle-rack</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Cabinets, countertops, drawers, or even the fridge — this is how to stylishly stack anything from bottles to tins, jars, or cans ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:04:39 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ellen Morris ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/S8GjEGuYxvYQc4YjmRA9PA.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Quickest, Most Effective Update for Your Kitchen? New Barstools — These Are the Best Ones to Buy Now ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/shopping/bar-stools</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ From warm wood and woven textures to sculptural silhouettes and upholstered designs, these are the indoor bar stools bringing more personality into kitchens. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:30:29 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ iokasti.sotirakopoulou@futurenet.com (Iokasti Sotirakopoulou) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Iokasti Sotirakopoulou ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RXrxVUVoVq2FGmgyxsBquj.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Minimalist Quick-Drying Organizer Stops Water Sitting Around Your Kitchen Sink All Day — and You Can Use It in Your Bathroom, too ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/shopping/amazon-quick-drying-sink-organizer</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Practical and super affordable, this clever find solves your sink woes for an instantly streamlined space ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Shopping]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Roundhouse]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ These Are Officially the Biggest Storage Trends for Kitchens in 2026, According to Kitchen Designers ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/kitchen-storage-trends-for-2026</link>
                                                                            <description>
                            <![CDATA[ From toe-kick drawers to behind-door racks, underutilized kitchen areas are trending in designs this year ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:15:14 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ Ruth.Doherty@freelance.ti-media.com (Ruth Doherty) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ruth Doherty ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7dgmho75tmuhySBCmAXHLf-1280-80.jpg">
                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Alexandria Hall. Design: Studio Milne]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Outdoor Kitchen Trends That Will Take Your Al Fresco Dining to the Next Level for 2026, and Beyond ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/outdoor-kitchen-trends-for-2026</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ A step up from that rusting old barbecue — these outdoor kitchen trends are stylish, functional, and perfect for summer hosting ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:58:26 +0000</updated>
                                                                                                                                            <category><![CDATA[Outdoor Living]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Jimi Smith. Design: Foxterra Designs]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[beautiful modern garden with a firepit and pergola over the bar and kitchen ]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[beautiful modern garden with a firepit and pergola over the bar and kitchen ]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Should Wooden Floors Match Wooden Cabinetry? There's a New Answer in 2026 for How to 'Wood Match' in a Way That Feels Elegant and Elevated ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/should-wooden-floors-match-wooden-cabinetry</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Why a mixed timber palette, along with other complementary materials, creates a richer kitchen that feels softer and much more luxurious ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:33:53 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Portia Carroll ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DL3DAR2VhPXuGo8bUNQ44h.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Makers]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[Note how the change in pattern differentiates the subtle change in tone.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[a wood and marble kitchen in an extension]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sorry, but Basic Islands Are Out — These 7 Dynamic Kitchen Island Trends Are Defining Luxury Kitchens in 2026, Instead ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/kitchen-island-design-trends-26</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Just when we thought we’d seen every possible island upgrade, this year’s trends knock it out of the park ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 29 May 2026 07:42:56 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ info@lindaclayton.com (Linda Clayton) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Linda Clayton ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WriPWpUM4VqDHMG7r5nF2L.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Frank Garnica. Project: Urbanology.]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Gigi Hadid Gave Us a Quick Glimpse of Her Kitchen, and We've ID'd This Cult British Brand on Her Countertop ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/shopping/gigi-hadid-addison-ross-grinder</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Where to buy the coolest kitchen accessories, according to the style mogul ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Shopping]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ruby Smith ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Yu2JodGhFmYYN3AYi2SmGb-1280-80.jpg">
                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for God&#039;s Love We Deliver]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Your Kitchen Needs More Art in It — Here's How Designers Make It Feel Personal, Not Out-of-Place ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/kitchen-art-ideas</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Mounted on your kitchen island, the back of a banquette, or on a shelf in your glass-fronted cabinets? Why not, say designers ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nicky Rampley-Clarke ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XravVhtWPhL3RcpTWsQB4D.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Martin Moore. Design: Studio Vero ]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Outdated Styles of Kitchen Flooring Designers Say They're Avoiding in 2026 ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/outdated-kitchen-flooring-2026</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Want a kitchen with lasting appeal? These are the old and passé flooring choices to avoid, according to experts ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 27 May 2026 22:35:18 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Lilith Hudson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d4UnLgn8mYLScXKTmpSFNf.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Blakes London ]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[Don&#039;t let your choice of kitchen flooring age your space; avoid these styles for a kitchen that feels timeless. ]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A dark blue black kitchen showing an island with fluted kitchen detail, marble worktops and splashback and gold taps and hardware]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 3 Bold Kitchen Choices Experts Urge You to Avoid — These May Hurt Your Home's Re-Sale Value When You Put Your Home on the Market  ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/bold-kitchen-choices-to-avoid-when-selling-your-home</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ These kitchen design choices won't just be a waste of money; they can actually impact the value of your home, say the experts ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 04:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 27 May 2026 09:22:01 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Jeremy Wilson. Design: Marianne Tiegen]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[A kitchen with sandy walls, brushed steel cabinets, a large vase of flowers, and a wood dining table with woven chairs]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A kitchen with sandy walls, brushed steel cabinets, a large vase of flowers, and a wood dining table with woven chairs]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Color to Paint Your Kitchen, According to Color Psychology — And the Surprising Shade an Expert Says Actually Doesn't Work ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/kitchen-color-psychology</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Whether you want your space to feel restorative or high-energy, this is your expert guide to how certain shades can change the feel of your kitchen ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:03:53 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Karen Haller ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UdSAiGba4QSg76MVYP4TAe.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Prue Ruscoe. Design: Altus Design Studio]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[A colorful kitchen with dark green cabinets and blue bar stools in front of an orange marble island with a vase of fluffy vibrant flowers on top next to open sliding doors]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A colorful kitchen with dark green cabinets and blue bar stools in front of an orange marble island with a vase of fluffy vibrant flowers on top next to open sliding doors]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 6 Things All Luxury Kitchens Used to Have 10 Years Ago, but That Designers Say You Should Skip in 2026 ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/things-designers-skip-in-luxury-kitchens</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Once part of a list of absolute “essential” luxuries, these items have now been scrapped by the designers ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Expert Advice]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Portia Carroll ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DL3DAR2VhPXuGo8bUNQ44h.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Blakes London ]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[The new focus is on shape, material, form, and function.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A kitchen with a large wooden island with a marble top and ogee edge that acts like a dining table with stools around it]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Can I Mix Handles and Handleless Cabinets in a Kitchen? Designers Debate and Give Their Verdict ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/can-you-mix-handles-with-handleless-kitchen</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ You don't have to stick rigidly to kitchens with handles or totally handleless designs. Here's why the experts do both, and why you should too ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 06:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Expert Advice]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Lara Sargent ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/W24hiaAi2uA7NFbH9VACee-1280-80.jpg">
                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Blakes London]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[Mixing handles and handleless cabinets in the same kitchen is about style and functionality]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[a bespoke kitchen showing a mix of handlefree cabinets on the island and base units and tall kitchen units in dark blue with gold handles and knobs]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 7 Kitchen Material Trends Experts Say Will Define How You Style Your Space in 2026 ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/kitchen-material-trends</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ With a focus on warmth, texture, and tactility, these are the materials kitchen experts predict will be everywhere this year — and beyond ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 21 May 2026 08:35:43 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[ Ben Anders. Design: Studio Braw ]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[beautiful open plan kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a waterfall edge marble island and black tiled backsplash]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[beautiful open plan kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a waterfall edge marble island and black tiled backsplash]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Fluted Kitchen Cabinets Are Being "Specified More Than Ever" Right Now — But Here’s How to Get Them Right for 2026 ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/fluted-kitchen-ideas</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Fluted kitchen cabinets are going nowhere in 2026, so we asked the experts to explain how to make this design detail feel of the moment ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 06:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Lara Sargent ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SvD86dsa9cYUNc2MGAqKvk-1280-80.jpg">
                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Blakes London ]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[Slim fluted cabinet fronts on the kitchen island create a subtle, contemporary twist]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A dark blue black kitchen showing an island with fluted kitchen detail, marble worktops and splashback and gold taps and hardware]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 6 Kitchen Backsplashes That Are Making Your Kitchen Look Cheap — and What Designers Say You Should Choose Instead for an Elevated Design ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/backsplashes-that-make-your-kitchen-look-cheap</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Not all backsplash materials feel luxurious — here’s what can make a kitchen look cheap, and what to choose instead, according to the experts ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 06:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 18 May 2026 09:33:38 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Portia Carroll ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DL3DAR2VhPXuGo8bUNQ44h.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Neptune]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[Note how the light reflects off these vertically laid metro tiles and creates movement and character around this timeless kitchen.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[An off-white traditional kitchen by Neptune with a lamp to the light, metro tile backsplash behind the cooker and a pretty frilly pendant light above the island]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 3 Kitchen Cabinet Colors That Look Great With Wood — These Combinations Feel So Right for 2026 ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/kitchen-cabinet-colors-that-look-great-with-wood</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Give your wood a boost and pair it with one of our expert-picked kitchen cabinet colors — these fail-safe options are bound to impress ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Expert Advice]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Jim Stephenson. Design: HOLTE]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 'Layered Backsplashes' Are the Trend That'll Make Your Kitchen Feel Richer — Even Though It's Probably Going to Save Money on Your Budget ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/mixed-material-backsplashes</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Fully functioning material combinations — why designers are choosing to layer textures and tones, and how to make them work for you ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Portia Carroll ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DL3DAR2VhPXuGo8bUNQ44h.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Olive &amp; Barr]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[An off white kitchen with gloss metro wall tiles above a marble worktop and brass wall lights either side of an open shelf ]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[An off white kitchen with gloss metro wall tiles above a marble worktop and brass wall lights either side of an open shelf ]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ So, Are Sage Green Kitchens Still in Style in 2026? They Can Be, but Only If You Know How to Make Them Not Feel Dated  ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/are-sage-green-kitchens-still-in-style</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The go-to shade for the past decade - are we finally seeing the end of the sage green kitchen? Perhaps not, according to our experts ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:49:22 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Anson Smart. Design: Flack Studio. Styling: Joseph Gardner.]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[a sage green and stone kitchen with a timber island bench]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[a sage green and stone kitchen with a timber island bench]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Forget Flat White Kitchens — This Designer's Nuanced Take on All-White Cabinets Looks So Much More Considered and Luxurious Than a One-Tone Design ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/cote-de-folk-surrey-kitchen-project</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Once an abandoned cottage, this Surrey home has been transformed into a modern haven, complete with a white kitchen that is anything but boring ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 12 May 2026 10:09:48 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Chris Snook. Design: Côte De Folk]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[small corner kitchen with white cabinets and yellow trim with a dining table in the middle]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[small corner kitchen with white cabinets and yellow trim with a dining table in the middle]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Mixed Metal Kitchens Are the Next Big Thing in Design — Here's How to Do Them in 2026 ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/mixed-metal-kitchens-trend</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The ultimate 'cool-girl' kitchen trend, this style shows a quiet confidence that will make your home feel irresistibly chic ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 08 May 2026 08:33:04 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Abimis]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[a beautiful stainless steel kitchen with gold detailing, ceramic tile floors, and neutral walls]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[a beautiful stainless steel kitchen with gold detailing, ceramic tile floors, and neutral walls]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to Make a Kitchen Smell Good All the Time — 5 Tips That Offer 'Passive Scenting' Without Compromising Your Sense of Taste While You Cook ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/how-to-make-a-kitchen-smell-good</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Instead of overwhelming your olfactory sense, these tricks will ensure your cooking space is pleasantly perfumed ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:27:47 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Amiya Baratan ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uWfbYTQAgcR79SR5ZvEs9B.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Adam Scott Images. Design: Turner Architects]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[Instead of confusing your senses and oversalting your food, learn how to optimally scent your kitchen.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A bright white kitchen with an island, an orange accent wall with a fridge, tiger print chairs, and a skylight]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ These 10 Design Ideas Will Make Your Kitchen Feel Bigger, Without Extending Your Home — These Tricks Open Up a Space 'Visually' Instead ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/how-make-a-kitchen-feel-bigger</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ It all comes down to understanding how the eye reads the room — and these clever tricks from color to layout make a big difference ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:35:11 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Portia Carroll ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DL3DAR2VhPXuGo8bUNQ44h.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Mary Wadsworth. Design: Makers]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[Light, open and airy – that&#039;s the goal!]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A modern minimalist kitchen with a single wide open shelf over the sink and an olive tree styled next to it]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Kitchen Handle Trends That Will Make Your Cabinets Feel So Right for 2026, and Beyond, According to the Experts ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/kitchen-handle-trends-2026</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ From burnished brass to decorative backplates, these kitchen handles will elevate your cabinets to the next level in 2026 ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:43:32 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Lara Sargent ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CgxdXxMsXcSPWagcWLLb6B-1280-80.jpg">
                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Inglis Hall ]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[Solid brass linear handles enhance the sleek lines of this classic kitchen]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[a classic timber kitchen with solid brass linear handles shown in a kitchen with green/blue painted walls and ceiling]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 10 Broken-Plan Kitchens That Set the Tone for Spaces in 2026 — They Strike the Perfect Middle Ground Between Open-Plan Living and Closed-Off Spaces ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/broken-plan-kitchens</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Designers share how these multifunctional spaces are at once connected, while also providing pockets of calm and separation ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:46:22 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Portia Carroll ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DL3DAR2VhPXuGo8bUNQ44h.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Chris Snook. Design: The Main Company]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Kitchen Flooring Trends That Are Dominating Spaces in 2026 as Design Experts Pivot to Styles That Embrace Softness, Warmth, and Character ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/kitchen-flooring-trends-2026</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ From natural finishes and characterful textures, the latest trends prove that in 2026, it's what's underfoot that sets the tone for the kitchen space ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Portia Carroll ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DL3DAR2VhPXuGo8bUNQ44h.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Ca&#039; Pietra]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[The perfect amount of sleekness and drama in a kitchen can be found right here.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A sleek modern kitchen with tumbled edge limestone tiles]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Characterful Kent Countryside Kitchen Was the Final Step in a Decade-Long Renovation Project — And It's the Definition of Saving the Best Till Last ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/features/kent-countryside-kitchen-ledbury-studio</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ 10 years in the making, this beautiful kitchen design is rich with surprising finishes and unique touches ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:38:46 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Ledbury Studios]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[large modern kitchen with a range cooker, dark cabinets and soft, curved edges]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[large modern kitchen with a range cooker, dark cabinets and soft, curved edges]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Most Design-y Air Fryer Ever? I Got an Early Look at SMEG's Good-Looking New Launch — And It's a Comparable Price to Ninja  ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/news/smeg-to-launch-new-air-fryer</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I'll be honest, most air fryers look like oversized eyesores to me, but this is the launch that will eventually get me over the line ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:50:48 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:19:41 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Hugh Metcalf ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uaK8voafSJLANGWJrcsXLj.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Kitchen Extension Trends Industry Experts Say Will Define 2026 — And They All Come Back to Feeling More 'Connected' ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/kitchen-extension-trends-2026</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Considering a kitchen extension this year? These ideas will be making waves according to the industry experts... ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Rachel Christie ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FY8i7TFE3wF6iYmRAeBWDC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Taran Wilkhu. Design: Emil Eve Architects]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[&lt;em&gt;&lt;/em&gt;]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A modern kitchen extension with white floors and walls and countertops, with a small wood table in the center next to a window seat and sliding doors leading to a patio area]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Did IKEA Just Quietly Launch Its Most On-Trend Kitchen Door Fronts Yet? They're Giving High-End Designer Looks, but Without the Price Tag ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/shopping/ikea-terrsjo-door</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ IKEA's TERRSJÖ accent kitchen fronts are an affordable way to create a bespoke-looking space ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Shopping]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[IKEA]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[small modern kitchen with red, wave-pattern cabinet doors from IKEA]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[small modern kitchen with red, wave-pattern cabinet doors from IKEA]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Genius Things Kitchen Taps Can Do in 2026 — And Whether They're Worth the Extra Expense ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/genius-things-kitchen-taps-can-do</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ From chilled sparkling water to high-tech fingerprint settings, here are five cool kitchen tap features you may or may not need... ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Expert Advice]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Lara Sargent ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/okstnwhDfXpYBRVA6oVSF3-1280-80.jpg">
                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Makers]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[What extra kitchen tap features should you invest in?]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[a cream shaker kitchen with an oak cupboard, marble worktops and a gold kitchen tap ]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 8 Kitchen Tile Trends for 2026 That Perfectly Balance Form and Function — From Contemporary Twists on the Classics to Unexpected Applications ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/kitchen-tile-trends-2026</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ These are the kitchen tile trends the experts predict will take over this year — and they're as beautiful as they are practical ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:43:25 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[ Bo Abode London, Otto Tiles]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[kitchen extension with light grey cabinets and a red tiled kitchen island]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[kitchen extension with light grey cabinets and a red tiled kitchen island]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sorry, Timber Countertops, You Will Be the First Thing to Go When I Remodel — But Can They Still Be a Good Idea? I Asked Kitchen Designers to Break Them Down ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/pros-and-cons-of-timber-countertops</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Timber countertops undoubtedly look beautiful, but they won't be the best option for every kitchen. Here, the experts explain where to use them and when to avoid ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Expert Advice]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Natasha Brinsmead ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UWMNPZHpwYmfQJt4HRqMSb.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[deVOL]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[rustic green kitchen with wooden worktops and metro tiles on the wall with pot hanging racks and ceramic sink]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[rustic green kitchen with wooden worktops and metro tiles on the wall with pot hanging racks and ceramic sink]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 7 Genius Things to Include Inside Kitchen Drawers That Make Your Space So Much Better Organized ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/advice/things-to-include-in-kitchen-drawers-for-better-organization</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ These are the quiet drawer details that work hard out of sight to make a kitchen feel effortless and satisfying every single day ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Expert Advice]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Portia Carroll ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DL3DAR2VhPXuGo8bUNQ44h.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Kitchens by Holloways]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Gutsy Farrow & Ball Color Is the One Interior Designers Love for Kitchen Cabinets — It "Gives You a Hug Every Time You Walk Into the Room", They Say ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/farrow-and-ball-hay-yellow-kitchen-cabinets</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ This muted, warm yellow tone sparks instant joy, and we could all do with a bit more of that ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maya Glantz ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PCBxbwzDMcKn8KVz2d7m7P.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Alexander Baxter, Studio Mac]]></media:credit>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Ways to Make Your Kitchen Extension Feel More Expensive, Without Necessarily Spending Much More ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Want to avoid the ubiquitous plain white box? Elevate your kitchen extension without paying a premium — here's how ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:46:00 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Rachel Christie ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FY8i7TFE3wF6iYmRAeBWDC.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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