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Posted on: 14/05/2012 in
'Kitchen Design'
Fitted kitchens have come a long way. 20 years ago mention fitted kitchens and a long run of Formica clad cabinets along the walls in dark brown or tangerine sprang to mind. Not so today. Fitted kitchens have quite literally eclipsed themselves. Besp...
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Posted on: 08/05/2012 in
'Kitchen Ideas'
A custom kitchen was always at the top of my wish list. For family reasons!
What precisely happens in your kitchen? Is it a place you rush through in the mornings all clutter and bowls and books as the family leave for the day and a welcome refuge...
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Posted on: 30/04/2012 in
'Kitchen Extensions and Renovations'
Now that ‘Location location location’ has taken a back seat in these recessional times, we find ourselves considering smaller projects and thus where we once built we are now extending, redecorating and renovating! New projects centered o...
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Posted on: 23/04/2012 in
'Kitchen Extensions and Renovations'
Regardless of your preferences or your wishes the only way to ensure you get the unique kitchen of your dreams is to realize a budget. A realistic one at that! As custom kitchens are the ultimate choice when planning a revamp it is wise to understand...
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Posted on: 19/04/2012 in
'Kitchen Appliances'
Clients who buy AGA cookers are loyal customers. They know that an Aga is for Life and is the centre piece of every traditional kitchen. The AGA is known worldwide for its durability, with many cookers still operating after more than 50 years.
&n...
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Posted on: 16/04/2012 in
'Kitchen Extensions and Renovations'
How many times have you liked something if only you could just tweak this and that? Add a little something, take away a little something? ‘Making do’ and ‘living with’ a kitchen design that is ‘sort of’ right. Well...
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Posted on: 10/04/2012 in
'Kitchen Design'
Rarely do we buy something unseen. Be it a small or substantial item we don’t usually buy blind. Certainly when it comes to a big investment such as a new custom kitchen we need to look, listen and research.
The first port of call shou...
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Posted on: 02/04/2012 in
'Kitchen Design'
Our individuality is our common ground. We all have different interests, different needs and desires. And so when it comes to designing our homes we must take this into account. When creating unique kitchens the process should involve not just your k...
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Posted on: 26/03/2012 in
'Kitchen Design'
Centuries old traditions of woodturning, cabinet making and inherent creativity make Irish designers in general and Irish kitchen designers in particular, world class in their field. However, not all designers are equal. At Andrew Ryan, a Wexford bas...
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Posted on: 20/03/2012 in
'Kitchen Ideas'
Imagine stepping into the kitchen of your dreams. What do you see? A classic kitchen. Beautifully handcrafted cabinets, some of solid wood, some hand painted. Stunning work surfaces of marble and quartz. Sleek and professional looking ovens, ho...
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Posted on: 12/03/2012 in
'Kitchen Styles'
Have you ever walked into a space and had a really good feeling? What is it, you wonder? Nice colors? Great furniture? Correct alignment with the sun?! It’s no accident actually. Rather, it is when great design meets good quality. When a spa...
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Posted on: 06/03/2012 in
'Kitchen Ideas'
The story behind classic kitchen décor is a well loved and timeworn one. Our homes reflect our lives and our personalities; our individuality. They should be full of our histories, our passions and our aspirations. A timeless and classic...
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Posted on: 21/02/2012 in
'Kitchen Design'
If you are looking for something unique, something bespoke, something tailor-made it is always about the fit and the luxury. Custom kitchens are just that. A luxury kitchen by definition implies something desirable, pleasant and comfortable. When the...
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Posted on: 09/11/2011 in
'Kitchen Design News and Magazine Features'
Sinead and Conors Dublin home is a listed building so any expansion of the current floor space would take time. So in the meantime, they embarked on phase one of their beautiful bespoke kitchen with Andrew Ryan Furniture; the results of which are stu...
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Posted on: 03/11/2011 in
'Kitchen Design News and Magazine Features'
The client carried out a complete renovation of their newly purchased home and wanted to create a bright contemporary kitchen area.
To read the full article as featured in Ireland's Homes Interiors & Living Magazine, click here. ...
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Posted on: 03/11/2011 in
'Kitchen Design News and Magazine Features'
Andrew Ryan have created a welcoming kitchen with contrasting walnut wood and handpainted cabinetry for Eva O'Donovan and her family.
To find out more about this Kitchen project, click here...
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Posted on: 03/11/2011 in
'Kitchen Design News and Magazine Features'
Sally and Davids main aim was to created a spacious kitchen which all the family could use while at the same time facilitating their entertaining lifestyle.
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Posted on: 03/11/2011 in
'Kitchen Design News and Magazine Features'
Rachel knew she wanted a cream painted, solid wood kitchen with various different finishes such as a flush finish with beading and cornicing around the doors. It was just a case of fitting in all the elements.
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Posted on: 03/11/2011 in
'Kitchen Design News and Magazine Features'
Simon and Denise wanted a kitchen that would fit in perfectly with their stunning Foxrock property. After a visit to Andrew Ryan Furniture, a stunning handpainted kitchen is what resulted and it proved to be everything the couple hoped for.
To rea...
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Posted on: 03/11/2011 in
'Kitchen Design News and Magazine Features'
Originally Laura wanted a modern kitchen, but in the end went with a traditional kitchen in order to keep in line with the original buildings design and features. She chose a kitchen island unit and Carrera C Marble Counters.
To read the full arti...
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