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The kbbreview Interview: Graham Johnston, Kitchens International

One of Scotland’s biggest KBB retailers is back in private hands after an MBO. So how will new owner Graham Johnston restore and grow the multiple award-winning company’s fortunes?

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Adopted Retailer July 2026: Church Farm Kitchens

Church Farm Kitchens has not had it easy since founders Charlie and Alex Braidwood set off on their retail journey. But now, the light at the end of the tunnel is starting to shine brightly…

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New in showrooms: July 2026

Our regular round-up of new or redesigned KBB showrooms. This month we’ve got a number of retail businesses opening additional showrooms, and another Kutchenhaus opening that further adds to the franchise empire…

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Showroom of the Month: Kitchen World, Dublin

Kitchen World’s latest Dublin showroom marks a significant milestone for the retailer and “showcases the growing appeal of German kitchen design”, says Derek Pearse, national sales director.

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Sola Kitchens marks 20 years in business

Sola Kitchens is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year with a series of events, films and retrospective content looking back at the company’s development.

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Opinion: Why your showroom growth has stalled

Aaron Rudman-Hawkins, MD of The Evergreen Agency, argues that when growth stalls in KBB retail, the issue is rarely effort or execution – but an over-reliance on a single channel that has reached its limit.

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Charging for design: Which model works?

Although every retailer has an opinion on it, one thing most designers can agree is that whether they do – or don’t – charge for design, they’d certainly like to. But with so many models around, what’s the best way to turn your designs into goldmines?

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Phillip Ozorio: Join up to stand out

As it becomes harder to get noticed, retailers need to give themselves a professional edge by signing up to one of the industry’s accreditation organisations, says design director Phillip Ozorio at Connaught Kitchens.

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The power of offering a full service

Although taking an active role in installation might sound like you’re signing yourself up for more work, Andrew Waite believes that supply-only retailers need to be able to own the entire process more than ever before.

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How to scale your retail showroom using a business coach

kbbreview’s Matt Baker considers how a business coach could help an independent retailer unlock their next stage of growth…

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Adopted Retailer April 2026: Church Farm Kitchens

We return to Church Farm Kitchens in Worcestershire as they start to piece together the company’s narrative and realise that it is indistinguishable from their own family story…

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Uform to host 2026 STORI brand conference and awards

Uform is set to bring together its STORI retail partners in Northern Ireland this May for a brand conference and awards event.

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Kutchenhaus: 100 showrooms and counting…

Leading German kitchen brand Kutchenhaus has recently reached a significant milestone, opening its 100th UK showroom.

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Nearly half of kitchen retailers hit by sales drop in past year

New research reveals that while trading remains challenging, many independent kitchen retailers are adapting, investing and staying confident about the year ahead.

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Meet our finalists: New Kitchen Retailer of the Year 2026

The kbbreview Retail & Design Awards are the biggest awards in the kitchen and bathroom independent retail industry. Here, we take a look at the finalists for the New Kitchen Retailer of the Year 2026.

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Meet our finalists: Kitchen Retailer of the Year 2026

The kbbreview Retail & Design Awards are the biggest awards in the kitchen and bathroom independent retail industry. Here, we take a look at the finalists for the Kitchen Retailer of the Year 2026.

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New in Showrooms: January 2026

In our monthly feature, we shine a spotlight on a handful of the latest bricks-and-mortar KBB showrooms to have opened their doors…

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The 2025 Kitchen Market Report

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…

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The kbbreview Interview: Graham Johnston, Kitchens International

Adopted Retailer July 2026: Church Farm Kitchens

New in showrooms: July 2026

Showroom of the Month: Kitchen World, Dublin

Sola Kitchens marks 20 years in business

Opinion: Why your showroom growth has stalled

Charging for design: Which model works?

Phillip Ozorio: Join up to stand out

The power of offering a full service

How to scale your retail showroom using a business coach

Adopted Retailer April 2026: Church Farm Kitchens

Uform to host 2026 STORI brand conference and awards

Kutchenhaus: 100 showrooms and counting…

Nearly half of kitchen retailers hit by sales drop in past year

Meet our finalists: New Kitchen Retailer of the Year 2026

Meet our finalists: Kitchen Retailer of the Year 2026

New in Showrooms: January 2026

The 2025 Kitchen Market Report

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