Keen to embrace the features of the traditional property, her aim throughout was to contrast old and new with a modern kitchen.
Needing a kitchen company that could advise on the use of the space and be design-led, she turned to Paul Harrington at Kitchen Design Centre. She approached several companies but felt none of them understood what she was after. This contrasted heavily with Paul who she felt interpreted the brief perfectly and gave invaluable advice to change the long, thin kitchen in to a large, contemporary open-plan one.
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As a keen Pinterest user, Sue had created several design boards and had an idea of the look she wanted. When she visited the Failsworth showroom she fell in love with a display that featured pale wood cabinets and planned to incorporate these with altering textures throughout the space. The result is contrasting Laser Soft GL Graphite and Laser brilliant GL units with Oak Sand on the island and open wall units.
When it came to appliances, Sue wanted to be able to cook with gas and was delighted that Neff did a gas hob, choosing the Domino Hob in Black Glass. She complemented this with a Flexinduction Hob and a suite of Neff ovens: the Hide and Slide Oven, Compact Oven and Microwave and the high Warming Drawer.
A Neff Fridge and No Frost Freezer completed the Neff appliances and Sue also chose a Quooker Pro3 Flex Chrome tap and a Caple Wine Cabinet.
She’s delighted with the finished kitchen and feels it really makes the downstairs of the house, “the kitchen in amazing, I can’t believe how fabulous it looks. I’ve had so many compliments and love how it works for us on a day-to-day basis but also how fantastic it is to entertain in. Kitchen Design Centre were fantastic from Paul to the fitters. Being able to visit a large showroom was vital for me too.”
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"The kitchen in amazing, I can’t believe how fabulous it looks. I’ve had so many compliments and love how it works for us on a day-to-day basis but also how fantastic it is to entertain in. "
"This was a great project to work on because remodelling the downstairs and creating an open-plan area effectively gave me a blank canvas to work with. Sue had some great design ideas and the finished kitchen is the perfect example of contrasting colours and textures."Paul Harrington
Paul Harrington
Failsworth, Manchester
Our Summer Sale is officially ON! ✨
If you’ve been dreaming about a new kitchen, there’s never been a better time to make it happen. From timeless designs to modern family spaces, now is the perfect opportunity to save on the kitchen you’ve always wanted.
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AS SEEN ON GEORGE CLARKE’S BEAUTIFUL BUILDS: FROM DATED LAYOUT TO DREAM ENTERTAINING SPACE
When Katherine and Andrew purchased their property, they always knew a full renovation would follow.
With both the outdated kitchen and untouched garden requiring significant transformation, the project soon became part of Channel 4’s George Clarke’s Beautiful Builds – it was an opportunity they felt perfectly aligned with their vision for the property.
While searching for a local kitchen specialist, Kitchen Design Centre immediately stood out thanks to its long-standing reputation, glowing customer reviews and welcoming showroom experience.
The brief focused on creating a sleek, contemporary kitchen that would feel open, social and highly functional, while complementing the wider architectural renovation of the home.
The finished design delivers a beautifully balanced space that combines clean lines with luxurious detailing.
One of the standout features is the striking worktop design. The waterfall edge peninsula creates a bold focal point within the room, while the continuation of the material across the side panels introduces a seamless, premium aesthetic.
Functionality was equally important throughout the design process, with carefully considered storage solutions and high-quality appliances helping to simplify everyday living. Among Katherine and Andrew’s favourite additions is the Neff oven, praised for both its versatility and pyrolytic self-cleaning function.
The completed result is a sophisticated contemporary space that completely transforms how the home looks, feels, and functions, perfectly reflecting Katherine and Andrew’s original vision from the moment they moved in.
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SUMMER JUST GOT EVEN BETTER FOR YOUR DREAM KITCHEN!
You don’t have to keep waiting for your dream kitchen. With flexible finance options on kitchens over £20,000, it’s ready when you are. Spread the cost of your kitchen plans and move forward in a way that works for you this summer.
With our exclusive Quooker offer, when you purchase any Quooker Tap and Tank system with a kitchen over £20,000, you’ll receive a FREE Quooker CUBE worth £1,250, plus free installation worth up to £384, and 4 free CO₂ cylinders worth £70. It’s everything you need to enjoy chilled, filtered, sparkling and boiling water straight from your tap.
And when you step into our showrooms, there are even more opportunities waiting for you, including exclusive savings on selected ex-display kitchens and up to 50% off selected stock appliances. Don’t miss this rare chance to secure something special, with design and value combined.
That said, like all great things, these summer offers are only available for a limited time — once they’re gone, they’re gone!
The kitchen isn’t just a place to cook — it’s the heart of the home.
At our Kitchen Design Centre, we believe your kitchen should be the centrepiece of your house, where style meets functionality and every moment matters. From morning coffees to family dinners and everything in between, your kitchen is where life happens.
That’s why we design spaces that bring people together — beautiful, practical, and tailored to you. Whether you’re dreaming of a sleek modern look or a warm, classic feel, we’re here to help you create a kitchen that truly feels like home.
Visit us today and start designing the heart of your home.
Kitchen Design Centre is proud to feature on George Clarke’s Beautiful Builds which features Katherine and Andrew’s Manchester build this Thursday 11 June , 8pm, CH4
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