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Inspired by the exquisite floors of Italy, Havwoods has added nine new engineered wood flooring designs to its Italian collection. Crafted from European oak, the range is comprised of small, narrow planks, which enable the floor to be laid in intricate herringbone or chevron patterns as well as conventional plank designs. The new styles offer lighter, more neutral finishes, and can be laid in one shade or mixed to create a multi-toned design.

From £46.74 per m2.

We are all looking to make more sustainable choices, and to meet the demand designers are coming up with ever more ingenious ideas. Renowned kitchen company British Standard has joined forces with ethical luxury designer, Elvis & Kresse, to create a new range of cupboard door handles and drawer pulls made from old fire-hoses that have been saved from landfill. The deep red handles will add a splash of colour and industrial chic to your design, while helping you to do your bit for the planet. The collection is available to order online, from £37 for a loop handle.

Tranquil shades are all the rage at the moment and the trend continues into the kitchen with Everhot’s latest Dusky Blue range cooker. The understated colour has a timeless charm that would work as well in a cottage kitchen as it would a Victorian semi. Everhot’s electric ranges are also praised for their efficiency, being well suited to running off renewable energy sources, from solar panels to water turbines, as well as mains electricity. Prices start at £6,770 for the Everhot 90 in Dusky Blue.