If you’ve popped by our showrooms recently, you may have noticed some exciting new displays, all designed with the fabulous German Oxford range. After seeing this particular range during our Hacker factory tour in October, we knew we had to get our hands on it!
The great thing about all the ranges at Kitchen Design Centre is their versatility. Although we may be using the same colours, materials and furnishings in a number of homes, there are so many ways we can make a kitchen personal to a client’s needs. This is what we decided to demonstrate across our Colne and Manchester kitchen showrooms, creating very different kitchen designs using the new German Oxford range.
At the Colne kitchen showroom you’ll find a beautiful beige grey display. It’s accented with white painted shaker doors and angel white granite to complement the mix of door colours. “It’s English inspired cabinetry meets German precision manufacturing,” explains designer Simon Thomas.
Intelligent features include a dresser shelf unit all with the latest recessed led lights as well as some of the latest interior organisation systems called MOVE. These innovative storage systems are really impressive and include things like solid wood inner fitting and cutlery trays, base units with waste systems, interior drawers with removable bottle racks and a special cooking storage system.
Of course, one of our kitchens wouldn’t be complete without top-end appliances and a showroom kitchen is no different. For this display we’ve chosen a 90cm duel fuel range cooker with a built in chef top and a traditional mantle with 120cm stainless steel chimney hood, a built in microwave and top of the range dishwasher, as well as the latest Neff Vita fresh fridge – that keeps your produce fresh for up to four times longer.
Over at the Manchester showroom you’ll see that designer John Crosby has worked his magic with the German Oxford range too. After seeing how well the cashmere and white doors worked together, he decided to also introduce a contrasting colour – walnut. John integrated a full stave 80mm American Walnut breakfast bar into the design to create a completely different look and feel to the German Oxford range. A mantle was also built to house a Britannia Intimo hood, creating a real focal point in the kitchen and a more traditional, natural look by integrating yet more wood.
Other fabulous features include a useful broom unit, with the interior set out to house every day items, such as coats and jackets, brushes, vacuum cleaner and a wire shelving system for cleaning products. A larder unit, which has pull out drawers to make access into the unit much easier, was also designed into the kitchen space. These units sit by the must-have American Fridge Freezer, which has an ice making facility and temperature control VarioBox.
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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