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New looks

Colour coded

The Quintesse kitchen collection from Modern British combines Shaker-style cabinetry with chamfered door profiles and elegant detailing; from £45,000 (0800 038 5245; www.modern-british.com)

Light the way

Vaughan has introduced the Bentworth lantern, shown in large with a Verdigris finish, £1,695 (020–7349 4600; www.vaughandesigns.com)

Bright light

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