With an opportunity to renovate their new kitchen for their long-term needs, the Glancy’s brought on board the only company to truly understand their vision; Kitchen Design Centre.
Faced with a decision to either move to a more modern property or extend and modernise their current kitchen, the Glancy’s decided on the latter.
Kitchen Plan
“Renovating our kitchen and adding an extension to our home cost us significantly less than finding a new, suitable home,” explains Mr Glancy. “As the extension took place at the back of the house, we needed to completely revamp our kitchen – it was a great way to modernise our property,” he adds.
Having made the decision to invest in a designer kitchen, the couple began their search for the perfect company to help them achieve their needs. “We went to several kitchen showrooms and stores and Kitchen Design Centre were the only ones who really understood our vision and needs. Quite a few of the other companies had tempting schemes but this wasn’t enough – we needed a company we could trust and who we were confident could give us what we wanted,” explains Mr Glancy.
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All Neff, these included a full-height fridge and full height freezer, a top-of-the-range Aqua-assist oven which has a water chamber to add moisture to cooking, a combination microwave, warming drawer, a washer-drier, a full size dishwasher and an 800mm induction hob inset into the breakfaster bar enabling Polly to cook and socialise at the same time.
When it came to choosing the units, Maxine and Polly opted for Hacker Cashmere gloss units – accented with purple glass cupboards, which proved to be a masterstroke.
“Polly has a good eye for detail – like the rest of her house she has included lots of colour in a very stylish way. The purple glass accents combined with the Cashmere is very striking. The glass cupboards are lift up giving easy access, so it is very practical.”
Creating room for the appliances as well as creating lots of storage space was a challenge that Maxine rose to and the ergonomics of the kitchen work really well.
Finished Kitchen
The handleless design meant the kitchen would be easier to clean and would be unlikely to gather dust, while the finishing touch of white Corian with champagne high gloss acrylic gave that perfect, bright and sparkling look the Glancy’s were after. “John, our designer, also thought about things that hadn’t even crossed our minds – such as the positioning and height of cabinets to prevent us from having to bend down. He built a kitchen that was best suited to us,” explains Mr Glancy.
The Glancy’s new kitchen featured a quooker tap, fantastic ceiling lighting – to make up for the lack on windows in the room – and a great bulkhead lighting feature above the TV area. Of course, a modern kitchen wouldn’t be complete without a whole host of NEFF appliances and the Glancy’s certainly weren’t short of those. Their new NEFF appliances included two single ovens, a combination microwave, those all-important warming drawers, a large induction hob, wine cooler, dishwasher and fridge. “We actually wanted to make a couple of changes along the way but this was never a problem for the Kitchen Design Centre team. They were always open to changes and our ideas,” adds Mr. Glancy.
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"“We absolutely love the final kitchen. Everything just works for us and everyone who was involved in the project was superb, especially John Crosby, our designer. We’d absolutely recommend Kitchen Design Centre to anyone.”"
"The Glancy’s already knew they wanted to bring a clean, modern touch to their kitchen and we helped make this a reality with a modern, German handless kitchen, designed exactly to the couple’s needs and requirements. We incorporated features on the couple’s wish list, including lots of storage space and seating for three people, as well as adding feature lighting, high spec appliances and a kitchen island."John Crosby
John Crosby
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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