At Kitchen Design Centre, we’re all about creating kitchens that make a statement. Our kitchens are a departure from standard fitted kitchens, bringing new styles, layouts, textures and tones to our customers’ homes – and always to stunning effect.
This week on the blog, we’re taking a look at designer island cooker hoods – a bold choice of extractor hood that can really bring a unique touch to a room.
A cooker hood is an important part of any kitchen: positioned directly over the hob, they help to reduce cooking smells, heat and condensation by sucking them out of the room. An efficient cooker hood can also trap grease and prevent it from being deposited all over your kitchen. Cooker hoods should be carefully chosen to ensure maximum efficiency.
If, like many of our customers, you opt for an island or peninsula layout in your kitchen, designer island cooker hoods are an ideal choice. We have a wide range of cooker hoods for you to choose from, and our staff can talk you through finding the right one for your designer kitchen.
When it comes to creating a designer kitchen with the “wow factor”, a beautiful island cooker hood is a good place to start. They can be a stunning visual statement, drawing the eye to the centre of the room and helping to fill a space that, in many kitchens, remains empty and unused.
And while some customers worry that a ceiling-mounted cooker hood can be inefficient and overly noisy, or block out light, our designers take into account height, width, power and noise reduction to ensure that your hood looks great and performs just as well.
It’s not just the air flow in your kitchen that can be improved by the installation of designer island cooker hoods. Choosing to move your hob and extractor hood to the centre of the room allows you to move most of the action there too.
Cooking and preparing food on a central island or peninsula can be much more enjoyable than being tucked away in a corner with your back to the room, particularly if your kitchen includes an open-plan layout or a crafty seating area on the other side of the counter.
Our talented designers are experts in making the most of your space. An island or peninsula layout – complete with a stunning hood – could be the perfect way to make the most of your kitchen.
We’ve got a wonderful range of island cooker hoods that will complement both modern and traditional kitchens, so why not drop in today and talk to one of our friendly staff members?
Introducing Beth Ainsworth to our Blackburn showroom. Beth brings fresh ideas and plenty of enthusiasm to kitchen design. Off the clock, I’m most likely in the gym.
We’re passionate about tailoring our designs to fit your lifestyle, so whether you want a space to entertain or a family-centric kitchen to spend quality time together, our designers know exactly how to make your dream kitchen a reality.
When you book an appointment, you’ll be introduced to your personal kitchen designer, who will sit down with you in our dedicated meeting space to discuss what you want for your dream kitchen. Then, when you’re happy with the final design, they’ll become your dedicated project manager as they oversee every aspect of the installation, guaranteeing exceptional customer service as we deliver the kitchen of your dreams.
Our Summer Sale is officially ON! ✨
If you’ve been dreaming about a new kitchen, there’s never been a better time to make it happen. From timeless designs to modern family spaces, now is the perfect opportunity to save on the kitchen you’ve always wanted.
Visit our showroom or link in bio to get in touch to find out more.
AS SEEN ON GEORGE CLARKE’S BEAUTIFUL BUILDS: FROM DATED LAYOUT TO DREAM ENTERTAINING SPACE
When Katherine and Andrew purchased their property, they always knew a full renovation would follow.
With both the outdated kitchen and untouched garden requiring significant transformation, the project soon became part of Channel 4’s George Clarke’s Beautiful Builds – it was an opportunity they felt perfectly aligned with their vision for the property.
While searching for a local kitchen specialist, Kitchen Design Centre immediately stood out thanks to its long-standing reputation, glowing customer reviews and welcoming showroom experience.
The brief focused on creating a sleek, contemporary kitchen that would feel open, social and highly functional, while complementing the wider architectural renovation of the home.
The finished design delivers a beautifully balanced space that combines clean lines with luxurious detailing.
One of the standout features is the striking worktop design. The waterfall edge peninsula creates a bold focal point within the room, while the continuation of the material across the side panels introduces a seamless, premium aesthetic.
Functionality was equally important throughout the design process, with carefully considered storage solutions and high-quality appliances helping to simplify everyday living. Among Katherine and Andrew’s favourite additions is the Neff oven, praised for both its versatility and pyrolytic self-cleaning function.
The completed result is a sophisticated contemporary space that completely transforms how the home looks, feels, and functions, perfectly reflecting Katherine and Andrew’s original vision from the moment they moved in.
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SUMMER JUST GOT EVEN BETTER FOR YOUR DREAM KITCHEN!
You don’t have to keep waiting for your dream kitchen. With flexible finance options on kitchens over £20,000, it’s ready when you are. Spread the cost of your kitchen plans and move forward in a way that works for you this summer.
With our exclusive Quooker offer, when you purchase any Quooker Tap and Tank system with a kitchen over £20,000, you’ll receive a FREE Quooker CUBE worth £1,250, plus free installation worth up to £384, and 4 free CO₂ cylinders worth £70. It’s everything you need to enjoy chilled, filtered, sparkling and boiling water straight from your tap.
And when you step into our showrooms, there are even more opportunities waiting for you, including exclusive savings on selected ex-display kitchens and up to 50% off selected stock appliances. Don’t miss this rare chance to secure something special, with design and value combined.
That said, like all great things, these summer offers are only available for a limited time — once they’re gone, they’re gone!
The kitchen isn’t just a place to cook — it’s the heart of the home.
At our Kitchen Design Centre, we believe your kitchen should be the centrepiece of your house, where style meets functionality and every moment matters. From morning coffees to family dinners and everything in between, your kitchen is where life happens.
That’s why we design spaces that bring people together — beautiful, practical, and tailored to you. Whether you’re dreaming of a sleek modern look or a warm, classic feel, we’re here to help you create a kitchen that truly feels like home.
Visit us today and start designing the heart of your home.
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