When Mr and Mrs Oldham moved into their detached home in Romiley three years ago, it was as tenants. As time passed, the couple fell in love with the house and asked their landlord whether he would be prepared to sell. Luck was on their side: they purchased the house and set about making it their own.
Kitchen Plan
Mrs Oldham recalled purchasing the house, saying,
“The house is really quite unusual – it’s set on different levels, with the kitchen leading out to the garden. It’s gorgeous – really light and airy, but it was crying out for a lovely new kitchen – we absolutely hated the old design!”
Although they’d been considering a new kitchen for quite some time, it was chance that led the couple to Kitchen Design Centre:
“We looked around a lot of other places, but many of them were very ‘samey’ – and the cabinets weren’t all that good quality when you had a closer look.
“We’d been to Housing Units, where Kitchen Design Centre’s Manchester showroom is based, plenty of times but we’d never actually been into the showroom. This time, though, we just wandered in and spotted the kitchen we ended up with straight away – it was a total eureka moment!
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“We spoke to Paul, our designer, and told him we wanted that kitchen replicated in our own home. Once we’d seen that there was no point looking anywhere else.”
The kitchen that caught the couple’s eye was a chic traditional kitchen with smooth lines and rounded edges adding a touch of modernity. Painted oak shaker-style cupboard doors add a touch of colour, while Bethel White granite work surfaces add texture and interest.
The kitchen has been tailored to fit perfectly in the Oldhams’ home, and stylish finishing touches really make it their own.
A rustic mantel frames the cooking area, where a top quality ex-display Britannia range cooker takes pride of place. These traditional features are balanced out by the contemporary mirror splash-back that opens up the room, reflecting the peninsula and the cosy dining area beyond.
Finished Kitchen
On either side, panels of Safari Brasilica wood add warmth and natural beauty to the room, replicated by the gently curving breakfast bar and sideboard, both in the same material.
Mrs Oldham couldn’t be happier with the quality and look of her traditional kitchen, commenting:
“The cabinets are just fantastic quality. They’re a rounded shaker style, and they’re two toned – off white and a beautiful grey-green colour.
“The wood on the breakfast bar is a really special touch, and Kitchen Design Centre made me a sideboard to match. People come in and are just wowed by it. Little touches like that matter – and you get a wonderful bespoke service with Kitchen Design Centre.”
Despite a traditional feel, the kitchen is designed to make life easier for the couple, boasting a discreet Neff built-under fridge, a beautiful antique white butler sink, and an Ionian mixer tap in chic chrome.
The couple also opted for a state-of-the-art Neff dishwasher with the TimeLight projection system, which displays the remaining cycle time on to the floor.
Curved base units on the back of the new peninsula, which replaces a clumsy island, form part of a casual seating area, where the couple can cosy up on stylish high stools that tuck in neatly.
The new kitchen has transformed the way that the Oldhams use the space:
“With the beautiful new kitchen and dining area, it’s just lovely if we have people round to dinner. We’ve got a TV on the wall now, and those lovely stools – people can perch and keep whoever’s cooking company. We had a really clear vision of what we wanted, and we’ve got it.”
And it’s not just the beautiful designer kitchen that won praise from Mrs Oldham – she had plenty to recommend about Kitchen Design Centre, too.
“Our designer Paul has a lovely personality – he came to the house, sat down with us and took his time getting a feel for what we wanted and how the kitchen should work for us. He talked to us about where we move and what we do in the kitchen, and that’s how he decided where the different components would fit best.
“We did have a certain budget on this project, and Kitchen Design Centre actually came in under that. We’d really recommend them as a company. You never get the feeling that it’s just business for them, or just a question of meeting targets. And although they were clearly busy every time we went in or spoke to someone, they always had time for us. They were just brilliant.”
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"We just fell in love with the kitchen we bought from Kitchen Design Centre. Once we saw it, there was no point looking anywhere else..."
"The Oldhams are a lovely couple, and this was actually a really straight-forward project thanks to the fact that they walked into our showroom and spotted the kitchen of their dreams right in front of them!"Paul Harrington
"I’m really pleased with the way this stylish traditional kitchen fits into Mr and Mrs Oldham’s home. We’ve taken something inherently classical and added some modern touches that tie in neatly to the sociable dining area for a really lovely overall effect."
Paul Harrington
Failsworth, Manchester
TRADITION MEETS MODERNITY IN OUR LIVERPOOL SHOWROOM
In our Liverpool showroom, we’ve masterfully blended the best of traditional and modern design elements to create a unique, timeless kitchen display. This space is a perfect mix of classic elegance with contemporary functionality, and the focal point is the stunning L-shaped island, which serves as both a practical workspace and a social hub. Its clever design seamlessly links into a media wall and presentation area, incorporating the essence of modern open-plan living.
The colour scheme is a sophisticated mix of Concept130 Roma Graphite shaker cabinets paired with Montreal light fine oak handleless units and taupe trim handles. This combination offers a perfect balance between traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design, perfect if you appreciate the classics but want something a little more updated.
Standout appliances:
Neff 30cm Wine Fridge
Neff 80cm Induction Hob
Neff Single Oven
Neff Tall Integrated Fridge
Neff Dishwasher
MODERN MINIMALISM AT ITS FINEST IN OUR URMSTON SHOWROOM
Our Urmston showroom display showcases a bold, modern kitchen design that effortlessly blends both form and function. The handleless units create a streamlined, uninterrupted flow throughout the space, perfectly complemented by the ultra-matt black finish on the worktops. This pairs beautifully with the elegant black ribbed-veneered door for the focal wall.
This minimalist design approach offers a chic, contemporary vibe, ideal if you love the clean, clutter-free aesthetic. To enhance this look, we’ve used warm accent colours that break up the monochrome palette, adding a sense of inviting depth and warmth to the overall space. The subtle, extravagant marble panels add a touch of quiet luxury, their natural veining providing visual interest and texture against the sleek black surfaces, especially when lit by warm LED lighting. This fusion of modern materials and timeless elements, such as marble, creates a display that is both stylish and practical!
Standout appliances:
Neff N90 Ovens with premium 6.8” touch screen display and Twist Pad Flex control
Neff Flex Induction Hob
Silgranit Blanco Sink
Quooker Tap
THE BARROWFORD SHOWROOM’S HARMONIOUS AND ELEGANT DISPLAY
In Barrowford, we’ve embraced a calming, earthy palette that combines functionality with elegance. The display features Hampton Ash wood doors painted in a Natural Umber shade, mixed with Scala Olive green flat doors, and completed with a mix of antique brass handles. The warm, neutral tones of the Natural Umber give this kitchen a wonderfully cosy feel, making it a welcoming space for both cooking and entertaining.
One of the key features of this display is the 30mm Vanilla Noir quartz worktop, which stands out with its dark, characterful design. The designer bench seating includes pullout storage to maximise space without sacrificing style. The bifold worktop unit and sliding doors on the island showcase smart storage solutions. Finally, the open shelves add a touch of rustic charm!
Standout appliances:
Neff Collection Oven
Neff XL Fridge Freezer
Quooker Classic Fusion Tap
Double Bowl Tartufo Sink
THE BLACKBURN SHOWROOM’S SLEEK AND MODERN MASTERPIECE
Our new Blackburn display is a testament to a modern, streamlined design. It features a bold black and oak colour scheme, seamlessly blending practicality and contemporary aesthetics. The tall units are clad in a Black Velvet Oak, adding depth and contrast to the sleek black wall units. The Toronto base units and matching worktops are finished in Natural Vintage Oak for a beautiful and cohesive end result.
One of the standout elements of this display is the quirky curved breakfast bar, a unique feature that blends functionality with style. Raised planters behind the bar add a touch of greenery; perfect if you love bringing natural elements into your kitchen.
Standout appliances:
Neff 60cm CombiZone Black Induction Hob
Integrated Design Hood
Neff Fully-integrated dishwasher
Neff Integrated Frost Free Under Counter Freezer
More from the team’s annual trip to Germany to the headquarters of Hacker Rodinghausen showroom.
Staff from all of our showrooms attended to view the new exciting ranges of kitchens and colours that are available from now. They were given a full factory tour & took part in product workshops. It was an intensive 2 x day trip however they had a fabulous time.
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