Little & Large
The latest appliances come in all shapes and sizes...we’ve picked the very best slimline and grand scale models to complement your kitchen.
When it comes to fully kitting out the kitchen, your choice of appliances is as important as the furniture itself. It’s all well and good to consider functionality and design, but what about the matter of size? If you have a small room, or want to double up and pack more in, it’s worth thinking about a slimline option. Or, maybe big-is-best is your thinking? Well, the latest models are sure to suit.
Space saving solutions
Most manufacturers offer a compact version of popular appliances, so the great news is that you needn’t sacrifice on style to be the proud owner of one of these signature pieces. Perfect for streamlined galley kitchens and the hubs of city apartments, these miniature incarnations may be discreet but work wonders. Or, if you have a granny flat or a second kitchen at home, then be sure to add them to your shopping list.
Extra inches may not be at your disposal, but you can still take advantage of the benefits of cutting-edge technology, energy efficiency and powerful performance. Dishwashers with a 45cm width, instead of the usual 60cm, can now offer up to ten place settings, making light work of the washing-up after a great dinner party.
Cooking up a storm
Avid chefs will be delighted to hear about super modular hobs that are perfect for both smaller kitchens and island installation. You can also select the required edging width that’s best suited to your scheme. Or, why not mix ‘n’ match to your heart’s content? Combine a wok burner with an induction or gas hob for a cook’s ‘theatre’ as you rustle up a tasty feast in front of onlooking visitors. Meanwhile, the newest built-in ovens and mini range cookers to hit the market mean that you can still take pleasure in creating yummy dishes regardless of the limits of your food prep zone. Who’s for lasagne or roast with all the trimmings? 
Chilling out
When it comes to storing various fresh recipe ingredients and fine wines, homeowners with limited space to manoeuvre need not lose out. Scaled-down fridge freezers will slot into those narrow gaps at the end of a run of units, and still provide more than enough area for housing essential items. With some very careful planning, connoisseurs can even store their bottles in tall and slender cabinets, stretching from floor to ceiling, utilising awkward spaces around larger appliances. So, who’s to say big is always best?
Massive attack
Plus-sized appliances have obvious benefits - music to the ears of busy householders and entertaining enthusiasts...you can cram more in, saving time on tedious chores. A big drum washing machine means fewer loads while a giant American-style fridge freezer keeps more food fresher for longer, cutting down shopping trips. If you’ve the room and have always craved an all-singing-all-dancing, customised zone, then why not consider a bespoke range cooker, crafted to your specific requirements? Team it with a twin or industrial-like powerful hood for maximum extraction plus instant ‘wow’ factor.
Best of both
Now we’ve given you a rundown of some of the fabulous products on offer, take your pick to totally accommodate you. Does your family like to bake together? A double oven and a smaller single cooker might be the answer. Or, if you’re an avid host with the most, you could team up impressive wine stores for leave-alone vintages with miniature versions that offer easy access during parties. So, ask yourself what’s on your wish-list and you’ll relish the flexibility these great buys can bring into your home.
