Most read in-depth article: Do designers need showrooms?

Published: July 8

Author: Andrew Davies

A new wave of designers is operating without showrooms, redefining how clients buy and experience kitchens and bathrooms. We speak to three specialists about working remotely, charging for design, and finding clients…

---

2: Supplier profile: House of Rohl

Published: January 23

Author: Rebecca Nottingham

With the facility officially up and running, James Smith, director of marketing and innovation EMEA at House of Rohl, reveals why the new Fortune Brands HQ and production facility in Staffordshire is about more than just investment in its brands…

---

3: What are the big kitchen and bathroom trends for 2025?

Published: January 17

Author: Francesca Seden

In this bumper market and design trends special, we’re exploring the industry’s predictions for the designs and styles set to play a huge role in the KBB sector this year…

---

4: The kbbreview Interview: George Dymond, Magnet UK head

Published: July 7

Author: George Dean

The UK head of national retailer Magnet says the business is enjoying a comeback, but despite the winds of change blowing favourably, by his own admission, “it’s not always plain sailing”…

---

5: How’s business – Analysis of 2025 so far

Published: June 3

Author: Andrew Davies

In this special analysis, we ask leading independent kitchen and bathroom retailers for their views on footfall, order book, order value and overall business confidence to get a qualitative snapshot of the market…

---

6: The kbbreview Interview: Vince Gunn, Harvey Jones CEO

Published: January 8

Author: Andrew Davies

Harvey Jones is one of the biggest names in UK premium kitchen retail but it’s seen its share of turmoil after a series of ownership changes ended in a pre-pack rescue early last year. For CEO Vince Gunn, it’s time to move forward with a new strategy and purpose… 

---

7: What’s the point of selling appliances?

Published: January 7

Author: Andrew Davies

It’s a common refrain among kitchen retailers that they don’t make any money from selling appliances – is this really true? And if it is, why do they still do it and do suppliers really understand these motivations properly?

---

8: The 2025 Kitchen Market Report

Published: September 8

Author: Jayne Barber

After another tough year for kitchen sales and installation, the latest JKMR ‘Overview Report on the UK Fitted Kitchen Market’ reveals a surprisingly resilient picture of the industry – with independent studios leading the charge in value growth. Jayne Barber digs into the data and what it means for the road ahead…

---

9: The kbbreview Interview: Laurence Llwellyn-Bowen

Published: September 3

Author: George Dean

British design legend Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is on a personal crusade to save the public from the horrors of dull homes. And he’s partnering exclusively with independent kitchen retailers to help spread his gospel…

---

10: Supplier profile: The Marble Group

Published: June 26

Author: Matt Baker

From a family garage to a £3.1 million factory expansion, The Marble Group is proving that purpose-driven business isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a blueprint for success. Co-owner Theo Constanti tells us more…