Want a bigger kitchen but don’t have the space available to you? Or perhaps you’re looking to add some wow-factor features and style to your culinary space so that it leaves that lasting impression.
Whatever your situation, adding presence to your kitchen can help to create a really special setting, while creating the illusion of space. With just a few style and material hacks, you’ll be able to achieve a kitchen with star quality without that hefty price tag.
In today’s blog, we’re sharing just a few design ideas that will help you to add presence to your kitchen, leaving you with a space that’s the envy of all your friends…
Forget the pre-conception that mirrors are just for bedrooms and bathrooms. Adding one or two mirrors in your kitchen space will create the illusion that your space extends further than it actually does. For the best results, position your mirror opposite a window or door to make your space airy and bright.
While dark, heavy, woods can close down a space, creating a warm yet cosy space, lighter, brighter materials, such as glass, do the opposite. Stylish and chic, glass is a great alternative for your furnishings and creates the illusion of a larger, clutter-free space.
Clean lines and careful positioning of furniture and appliances also eliminate visual clutter and open up your space. For your worktops, bright white Corian can also add modern vibrancy and a minimalist touch.
We can’t emphasise how important natural light is in opening up a space. While a small window may give the impression of a dark and dingy space, larger windows or multiple windows maximise the light that comes into your kitchen and enlarges the space.
While you may think kitchen islands are bulky and best suited to larger spaces they are actually a great space saver. They reduce the need for worktop space and provide lots of hidden storage. What’s more, an island can add some real personality to your kitchen space, helping you to create that much-wanted standout style.
Extending corridor flooring into the kitchen brings uniformity and the impression of greater space. A coherent feel across rooms – such as the utility space, kitchen and dining area also help to create space, especially if similar styling and décor is used throughout.
We’ve already mentioned the use of mirrors and glass in your kitchen in a more conventional way, but how about using these materials creatively? Adding a contemporary touch with a glass-tile mosaic backsplash makes a great focal point that draws the eye, while reflecting the light coming from under cabinet lighting across your space.
If you would like to find out how to make the most of your kitchen space, why not visit us at one of our fabulous North West kitchen showrooms in Manchester, Blackburn or Colne.
A brilliant trip to London with our showroom managers @kitchen_design_centre, as we joined Blanco in celebrating an incredible milestone — 100 years of manufacturing sinks and taps!
A century of innovation, design, and quality craftsmanship.
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Your vision, our expertise.
At Kitchen Design Centre, we don’t just supply kitchens; we help you create a total vision for your home. Our team specialises in reimagining your space, ensuring the new design isn’t just beautiful, but perfectly functional.
From the very first spark of an idea to the final, streamlined installation, we guide you through every step of the process. Whether that be offering structural tips and big-picture design ideas that go beyond the kitchen footprint, or ensuring every corner is utilised to its best potential whilst maintaining flow, function and light.
George Clarke once said, “If you don’t get the layout right nothing else feels right. If your space flows and works properly it just makes you feel better, happier.” We at Kitchen Design Centre strive to get this right and draw from decades of experience, specialist skill and expertise to help each of you realise your vision for your dream kitchen.
Start your journey with us today at our Barrowford showroom. We can help you with projects ranging from small kitchen makeovers to large-scale renovations. While we don’t supply the trades, we can confidently direct you to the perfect trusted professionals to fulfil your dreams.
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There’s just something magical about a kitchen at Christmastime — the warm glow of the oven and the scent of cinnamon drifting through the air.
Here’s to the heart of the home — where recipes turn into traditions and simple moments become the ones we never forget.
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It’s getting chilly outside — pop into one of our showrooms for a hot coffee and to discuss your Christmas kitchen wish list.
Winner’s Announcement!
To mark Kitchen Design Centre’s 40th Anniversary, we wanted to celebrate by giving something meaningful back to our loyal customers. Every person who purchased a new kitchen from us during the qualifying period was automatically entered into a special prize draw to win £4,000 back from the cost of their kitchen.
We’re excited to reveal that the winner of this fantastic prize is Mrs M from Colne!
We had the pleasure of visiting her last week to share the news in person — and she was over the moon.
A heartfelt thank-you to all our customers for celebrating this milestone year with us. Your continued support means everything.
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