The perfect kitchen balances form and function, and few elements achieve that balance better than a thoughtfully designed island. From sleek modern surfaces to warm rustic worktops, these 21 kitchen island ideas showcase a range of styles and layouts to inspire your next remodel or refresh. Whether you want a social hub for family gatherings, … Read more

Choosing bay window shutters was one of the best decisions we made for our 1930s home. When we first viewed the house we loved the bay windows and the character they brought. Bay windows flood a room with natural light, but they also make it easy for neighbours or passersby to see inside from multiple … Read more

I’ve always thought a home should grow and change with you, yet sometimes a room simply stops functioning. The furniture sits awkwardly, the flow feels wrong, and no amount of tidying makes it feel right. When that happens, I no longer rush out to buy something new. Instead, I look at what I already own … Read more

Today on Design Hunter we visit the warm and considered home of India and Magnus, the creative couple behind Haarkon. India is a photographer whose quiet, thoughtful images I’ve admired for years. As I’ve been exploring photography myself recently, I’ve grown to appreciate how she finds beauty in ordinary moments and everyday corners. When I … Read more

Paid partnership with Rado This year designjunction moved from King’s Cross to the Southbank and welcomed a new headline sponsor: Rado. The Swiss watchmaker has long placed design at the heart of its identity, collaborating with established designers on new timepieces and supporting emerging talent through international design competitions. Rado also combines its design focus … Read more

One of the biggest benefits I discovered after starting my own business has been the chance to connect with other creative professionals, freelancers, and independent business owners. Many self-employed people will recognise how important it is to build a supportive network—friends, peers and cheerleaders who understand the highs and lows of working for yourself. These … Read more

January is the traditional time to make resolutions, but for me August has always been a season for fresh thinking and planning. After years in higher education I still think in academic years, and the quieter rhythm of late summer prompts me to take stock, set goals for the coming months and consider new directions. … Read more

Some renovations begin on an empty lot; this one began with a curated collection and a big ambition. When a young Brooklyn family moved into their 1890s rowhouse, they arrived not with a blank slate but with a remarkable stash of furniture, lighting and materials saved for “someday.” Between raising a small child, running businesses … Read more

Audiophiles may scoff at the idea, but when designing audio products intended to appeal to a female audience, there is a strong case for treating the object like a fashion accessory — even like a handbag. Design plays a major role in purchase decisions, and a product that blends into a stylish lifestyle can attract … Read more

I always enjoy noticing interesting floors when I’m out and about. It’s become a small personal ritual to photograph patterns, textures and surfaces underfoot, and I rarely miss a chance to share an image on social media under the playful hashtag #ihavethisthingwithfloors. A recent collaboration with Luxury Flooring invited me to keep a photo diary, … Read more