Design By Debbie: chalon

The Absolutely Fabulous star recruited luxury firm Chalon to install a new kitchen at her home in Bath, but when the total came to £37,400, she changed her order in a bid to cut down costs - only to be handed a new bill for £39,700. Sawalha claims Actress Sawalha, 44, was distraught after kitchen fitters Chalon told her she would lose her £10,000 deposit and would have to pay an extra £5,000 to cover the costs of her changing her kitchen design, after she cancelled the whole order when they The kitchens in question were designed and made by the British furniture firm, Chalon. It proved to be the first of many trips she made to Chalon in Somerset, culminating in her bringing Chalon furniture to Ireland. She first tested the market here by An open event at this Barnt Green home this weekend is sure to draw plenty of admirers Next to this is the heart of the home – a superb kitchen/dining room featuring distinctive cabinets designed by chalon kitchens and a central island which makes The Connolly home is one of five that are part of this year’s Kitchen in the Vineyards’ tour The spacious indoor kitchen feels cozy with its yellow and blue stained Chalon cabinets in an English country design. East facing cabinets by the window Crosland Hall entrance hall and atrium Leading off this is the kitchen and orangery, the kitchen being fitted with a hand crafted Chalon kitchen, granite work surfaces, butler’s sink and central island. A formal dining room with views over the garden .

4. Table your island needs. image credit: Chalon Handmade via Flickr If you have always wanted a kitchen island, but don’t want the expense of a custom-built one, consider purchasing a stainless steel table from a restaurant supply store. Choose one with .