Depending on how committed you are to the lifestyle, it might take a bit of thought to perfect your dream vegan kitchen. However, as experts at a designer kitchen company, we can assure you that the results are well worth the effort! Like any kitchen, there’s room for a lot of variation in vegan kitchens, depending on your personal preferences, but this week on the blog we’ve taken the opportunity to give you a few general tips on how to get started. Read on!
First things first – fruits like bananas, apples, citrus, onions and garlic can all live on your countertops if you’ve got the room for them. They can survive quite comfortably outside of the fridge, serve as an extra dash of colour in your kitchen, and can help you stay motivated in your vegan lifestyle! As well as these, it might be worth thinking about having an indoor herb garden on your windowsill; not only does it smell great, but you have fresh ingredients to hand whenever you need them!
As you no doubt know already, there are relatively few vegan-friendly ready meals, which is great news – it encourages you to use your kitchen more! When setting out your pots, pans and utensils, it’s worth organising your kitchen early so that you know where everything is. It sounds obvious, but you can all-too-easily lose motivation if you’re struggling to find that crucial ingredient or utensil mid-way through preparing a meal. As staples to the vegan lifestyle, we’d suggest a good blender, food processor, a reliable cutting board and sharp knives. If you can, dedicate counter space to having all these out ready – you might be surprised at how much a clean, functional and organised kitchen makes a difference when you start cooking!
When stocking your vegan pantry, think about what’s seasonal. Sticking to a green diet means that certain ingredients may be more difficult to find at certain times of year, so it might be worth stocking up on something in advance, or adjusting your diet to match! Once again, organisation is key – grouping your ingredients and attaching labels to the jars not only helps you quickly identify what you need, but can also give your pantry a wonderfully vintage, farmhouse look. As to what’s actually going in it, start with the basics and work your way up from there – you’ll want legumes, grains, pastas, sauces and condiments, at the very least.
Of course, these are all quite general tips on how to design your own vegan kitchen – you might even decide that a green colour scheme is in order! Whatever you choose, we’re here to help. Our kitchen designers combine their natural talent with years of experience and a deep passion to help you create a dream kitchen that’s truly a reflection of your personality.
Pop into any one of designer kitchen showrooms in Manchester, Colne or Blackburn to marvel at some of our stunning displays, and see what our designers can do for you!
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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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