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Semi-Fitted Kitchens


The removal of wall units and elaborate mouldings is becoming increasingly popular in contemporary kitchen design.  This design has simple predetermined elements and is physically attached to the surrounding architecture but can it still be classified as being fitted?  Is the modern kitchen now permanently in the state of “semi-fit”? 
Could it also be argued that kitchen design is becoming so calculated, premeditated and modularised that it loosing the artisan touch?  Do skilled craftspeople now need only a battery drill to create modern masterpieces!
The drive for efficiency can provide cost effectiveness but you can also alienate the skills handed down for generations!  It is a fine line!
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  1. Unknown15 December 2014 at 08:00

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