Blakes london

A custom designed kitchen with a statement ribbed pedestal island, natural marble worktops, timber chevron floors, bronze hardware and fluted glass units create an elegant backdrop to views over the world's most famous cricket club. Overlooking Marylebone Cricket Clubs Lords Cricket ground, this penthouse apartment boasts uninterrupted panoramic views over London.

TEDDINGTON — Blakes London

A monochrome contemporary shaker kitchen in London's Hampstead Village. Traditional style, with Carrara marble and black granite worktops set within a modern village apartment. Brass hardware, combined with Farrow and Ball hand-painted cabinetry makes for an elegant scheme. A fluted glass home bar adds flair and usability to this new build flat.

HENDHAM FIELDS — Blakes London

A custom kitchen in Wandsworth, South West London, in a luxury 5 bedroom home with a new basement renovation. Kitchen with marble island, Bathroom Vanity, dressing room and guest room study all made bespoke by Blakes London.

Any good interior designer will tell you islands aren’t just for larger kitchens – smaller spaces can also benefit from this stylish and practical addition. But where should it sit? What are the best materials? And how should it be lit, and the seating arranged? After asking a range of kitchen designers and interiors experts, we learnt one size certainly does not fit all….