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Caffe Del Matino - Morning Coffee the Italian way
The Bialetti Moka pot has been around for decades — and for good reason.
Strong, smooth coffee and great flavour.
This is the exact one I use at home and honestly, I wouldn’t swap it. Tap the links below to get your Italian Coffee morning
Bialetti Moka Pot : https://sovrn.co/1ljtd25Bialetti
Lavazza Coffee Cup: https://sovrn.co/uqpcypvLavazza
Illy Decaffeinated Ground Coffee: https://sovrn.co/1qd9o1c
Clean lines, modern and stylish : Wren Kitchens
Our inspiration for the kitchen came from Wren Kitchens - which we actually bought and we love it! Take a look on this link below (this is not an affiliate link).
https://www.wrenkitchens.com/kitchens/shaker-timber-moon-white-grain/13630
The tiles are just beautiful - they have that rustic feel but are so easy to clean! Click on the link here to find out what I mean: https://sovrn.co/8zmaqsk
There are two items in this picture that I couldn't live without. Firstly, my SMEG cooker - oh wow! I am so pleased with this. Click on the link here to see it up close: https://sovrn.co/1i0g8g6
and the other....
My Lakeland Airfryer - this is perfect for those days when you just want to quickly put something together - why didn't I buy it sooner! Click on the link here to see what I mean: https://sovrn.co/i0y7ufg
Smart Kitchen Styling on a Narrow Wall: Our solution
In this part of the kitchen at No.1 Portland, we had to get creative. The room would have felt too narrow with full‑depth fitted units on both sides, so instead we designed our own slimmer, custom‑looking storage using IKEA Havsta units paired with a beautiful solid wooden worktop. The result is a space‑saving solution that still looks polished, intentional and completely at home in a modern kitchen.
This setup proves that you don’t need a full renovation — or standard kitchen cabinetry — to create a stylish, functional workspace.
By mixing ready‑made pieces with thoughtful styling, you can achieve a bespoke feel on a realistic budget.
The nearest unit is Ikea Havsta base unit with sliding doors - we chose this to keep more space when opening. Click on this link for the actual unit: https://sovrn.co/1px29qe
The second unit is a Havsta storage unit - which includes the bottom cupboard and top cupboard both with forward opening doors, this is now our larder cupboard. Click on this link for the actual unit : https://sovrn.co/1guqehr
To finish off the look and to add some springtime and decadence to your kitchen take a look at the following:
Tower Damascus Knife Set: https://amzn.to/3MH4MUu
Nkuku Recycled Glass Cake Dome: https://sovrn.co/f1vvzut
If you’re looking for ideas for narrow kitchens, small‑space storage or affordable kitchen styling, this area is full of inspiration. It’s a reminder that with a bit of imagination, even the trickiest corners can become beautiful, practical parts of your home.
The wooden worktop is a piece we bought from a local Sawmill - you will be able to find this at any local sawmills near you.
Please note: When putting the units in situ ensure the top cupboard is securely fastened to your wall.
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