Spring is already in the air, and with the weather due to get brighter and warmer over the next few weeks, we thought it worth taking a look at a particularly intriguing kitchen design idea that’s coming into season – using plant life to enhance the mood and feel of your space. In our last post, we explored a few great reasons why you might want to incorporate plant life into your designer kitchen. Now, let’s look at a couple of ways you can do it!
Once you’ve decided to incorporate some plant life into your kitchen design, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make will be about where you’re going to put it. You’ll probably find that different types and sizes of plant will be best suited to different spaces. Here are just a few of our suggestions on how to get started!
Tall plants
If you have any large empty spaces along any walls or in corners, you might want to consider taller plants first. If you’re careful about where you place them against the wall, you might find that they can occupy a large space quite comfortably. It’s size can help it prevent a space from looking too sparse, and as long as it’s given room to breathe, it’s relatively easy to avoid the area looking too crowded, too.
Of course, the great thing about tall plants is that you can generally move them until you’re happy with the overall effect. What’s more, tall and slim plants can also make ceilings seem slightly higher than they really are, which is great for creating the illusion of more room when space might be premium!
Short plants
While tall plants obviously work best when they’re at ground level, if you find you’ve got any empty space higher up, then shorter plants with leaves that expand outwards can really come into their own. Something like a chlorophytum comosum, or spider plant, can be kept atop your cupboards or shelving so that its leaves cascade down over the edges, which can create quite a striking and distinctive effect.
Potted plants
If you’re looking for something a bit more unassuming on the other hand, small potted plants like ferns or succulents can give your kitchen some subtle elements of colour when placed along the shelves or windowsill in your kitchen. These are ones that you do actually have to judge quite carefully, as it can be all too easy to make the space look too crowded by having too many other ornaments or kitchen utensils sharing the space. Equally, you’ll also want to judge the distance carefully to ensure that they don’t end up making the space look too sparse.
All that will depend on exactly how much space you’ve got to spare, and indeed how big the plant itself is. If you’re unsure of whether or not it’s achieving the effect you’re going for, a second opinion is always helpful!
If your potted plants are a little on the larger side of course, you might decide that they’re actually too big for the windowsill. In which case, they might be better suited as a focal point for your kitchen table or kitchen island instead.
Our designers each have their own wealth of experience and passion for kitchen design, so you can trust us to help you achieve exactly the effect you want for your space. We understand how to combine all the diverse aspects of your kitchen, from its colour scheme to its plant life to its natural light – and form them into a cohesive whole, giving you a space that is truly the heart of your home.
Feel free to take a quick look through our case studies to get a better idea of what we can achieve for your space!
Due to the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, at the time of writing (March 2021) we’ve had to temporarily close our designer kitchen showrooms in Failsworth in Manchester, Urmston in Manchester, Blackburn, Barrowford, and Woolton in Liverpool. However, we’re ready to open our doors again as soon as it’s safe for our customers – until then, why not book a free Designed From Home service?
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.
Kitchen Design Centre is proud to feature on George Clarke’s Beautiful Builds which features Katherine and Andrew’s Manchester build this Thursday 11 June , 8pm, CH4
We can’t wait to watch it!
Who doesn’t love a peek into someone else’s kitchen?
Visit our showrooms to explore our stunning display kitchens in person. Pop in for a browse—we’ll have the kettle on, or you can try out our instant hot taps!
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