What a fantastic year it’s been here at Kitchen Design Centre. Our talented team of designers have helped many customers realise their dream kitchen and we’ve witnessed the completion of a wide range of stunning projects in both traditional and contemporary styles.
As always, creativity has been at the very heart of our projects; whether that be smaller gallery kitchens or larger kitchen spaces that incorporate dining, living and entertainment areas. Whatever the space, the end results have been spectacular! Here’s a look at some of the incredible customer kitchens we’ve designed and installed in 2022:
A truly unique design is evident in An industrial Scandi Style Kitchen by designer John Crosby. The customer originally wanted a shaker style kitchen but John came up with a modern, handle-less design, incorporating raw materials throughout and complementing the original features in the room. Central to the design was an ‘L’ shaped island that works perfectly, filling the large space.
In contrast to this, Showroom Manager Simon Thomas created A Classic kitchen with Modern Elements: a stunning classic design with a predominantly traditional feel but incorporating modern elements throughout. Simon’s vision transformed the space as he reconfigured the entire room, knocking a wall down and opening up the kitchen to create a combined snug area.
A large space in a house in Hale, Cheshire called for a dramatic, grand design and designer Paul Harrington delivered with Design Brilliance: A striking contemporary design with one of the longest islands we’ve ever done. This kitchen also featured our unique Silver Star textured door which contrasted brilliantly with the white palette of the rest of the kitchen.
Designer Will Hustler created the perfect compact contemporary design for a kitchen in the Ribble Valley, opening up the space to create both formal and informal dining within the kitchen. It was a real transformation from the existing kitchen design but Will ensured a vibrant, contemporary feel with coloured lighting and created a much more practical space with more preparation area and storage.
The perfect kitchen, utility and boot room for a tractor shed was a unique project that called for expert design. Designer Suzanne Ryan stepped in and was faced with an agricultural building with half a roof, no door and missing walls when she first visited this dilapidated tractor shed. A great deal of vision was required and treating the space like a blank canvas, Suzanne created a stunning contemporary open plan living and dining area.
And of course, we can’t let a review of 2022 go without mentioning one of the highlights of our year: having our design skills recognised at the prestigious Northern Design Awards where we were finalists in the Kitchen Design Space category for this fabulous Dark Style Industrial Kitchen. Congratulations to Rowan Chick and the Urmston team. What a fantastic achievement.
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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