23 Inspiration John Mackay has two passions in life: designing the finest handbuilt kitchens and taking to the skies in his vintage light aircraft. There is, he says, a surprising amount of cross-over between the two. Apparently his best design ideas take shape in clear blue tranquillity above the clouds. You will find him with feet planted firmly on the ground, working alongside his team of skilled craftsmen in his Oxfordshire workshops, lovingly creating beautiful kitchens for discerning families.