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Design your kitchen in time for Christmas: Hi, July 2025 issue!

Posted on 3rd June 2025

July 25 cover about designing a kitchen in time for Christmas

Want a new kitchen just in time for the holidays? Then, say hello to our July issue – out now – where we’re bringing you a handy guide on getting the timeline right, and so much more. Here’s what to expect this month…

My job is an incredibly varied one; one minute I’m having a 10am breakfast meeting in Claridge’s, the next, I’m at a showroom watching how a shower toilet operates (I enjoy both equally, by the way). This month, I found myself in a garden centre in Berkshire trying to choose between peonies and gypsophila for a kitchen shoot I was set to style the next day. (You can see the results of this shopping trip on the cover of this issue.)

Stunning, real kitchens

While my day-to-day differs greatly, so do the kitchens on our covers. Usually, you’ll find big-budget, big spaces, big concepts – but for this issue, I was attracted to something else: big dreams.

I first came across Dot’s Instagram page (@thefaffingnest) when she was starting on her renovation journey with a petite budget, but plenty of ideas. I watched as she and her dad put together her kitchen with their own hands, and decided I wanted to know more about her story and the design process.

Homeowner's kitchen renovation with neutral shades, green wall panelling, natural decor and colourful tablescaping. — Fancy a tour of Dot’s inspiring kitchen renovation? Photography: Kayley Trippick Words. Styling: Georgina Townshend.

Fast forward a few months, and here she and her renovation are – adorned on the front cover, accessorised with those freshly cut flowers I took probably far too long in choosing. In fact, her story has inspired me to reach out to other renovators on Instagram and see their kitchen befores and afters.

Magazine feature about kitchen makeovers. — These stunning kitchen renovations tell inspiring stories.

Get your kitchen in time for Christmas

While looking at the cover, you may have noticed (along with that gorgeous bouquet) that we also had the audacity to use the ‘C’ word in July. I would apologise for this sacrilege, but actually if you’re wanting a new kitchen in time for December, you’ll be thanking me later.

Magazine feature about designing a kitchen in time for Christmas. — Follow our guide to ensure your kitchen is ready for the big day.

Trust me, if you’re really serious about getting a kitchen design that is perfect for you and your space, the time to start looking is now.

Project inspiration

Also in the issue, you’ll find – less festive, you’ll be pleased to know – features on some great design ideas. These include Med-style kitchens (Sangria, anyone?), double showers, to loft conversions – I’ll definitely need this, due to being in the very early stages of one myself. Watch this space!

A Mediterranean-inspired kitchen design blended with English charm. — Drawn to the rustic allure of sun-kissed Mediterranean kitchen design? We help you get the look. West London Terraced House project by interior designer Laura Stephens. Photography: Boz Gagovski.

A sophisticated bathroom design with a painted freestanding tub with double showers behind a half wall with glass screen. — Is the luxurious double shower worth the effort? Find out in the July issue. Project by Charlotte Heather Interiors. Photography: Mark Nicholson.

Magazine feature about new bedroom launches. — Keep abreast of the latest looks for a hefty dose of inspiration.

Magazine feature about designing a loft conversion. — We’ve also got the lowdown on extending your home upwards.

If you’re in need of any more kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom inspiration, don’t forget to check out our Instagram for daily tips, tricks, and trending ideas.

As always, I hope you enjoy the issue,