More and more families are opting for open plan kitchens in their homes. This style of kitchen can work beautifully in many houses, and frequently combines spaces for cooking, dining, and relaxation. At Kitchen Design Centre, we’re experts in designing and building stunning open plan designer kitchens for our customers across the North West.
Today we’re featuring a range of ideas for open plan kitchens, and looking back at some of our beautiful customer kitchens to inspire you.
If you would like a generous open plan kitchen, but think there’s not enough space in your house, why not consider moving your kitchen to another, more spacious room? Another option is “knocking through” two or more rooms to create your ideal open plan space.
This may sound drastic, but it needn’t be. Remember: an open plan kitchen can combine the functions of several rooms in a traditional home. Visualising how a new kitchen will look can be difficult, however- and that’s where the experts at the Kitchen Design Centre can help you.
Mark and Jane Hudson were renovating their 200-year-old cottage but weren’t sure exactly what they wanted for the kitchen. They decided after visiting our showroom that our innovative design ideas were ideal for them.
A free design visit helped to give them a clear idea of the possibilities, and they chose to knock through two rooms and install beautiful tri-fold patio doors, creating a light and open space. Their luxurious open plan kitchen is cutting edge, and was delivered mostly while they were away on holiday!
Open plan kitchens can be multifunctional, so it’s important to plan your room with clear areas for each activity to avoid a messy look.
Melvyn and Lorraine Allsop created their luxurious German-style kitchen by knocking together three rooms. With the help of our talented team at Kitchen Design Centre, their light and airy new room has defined space for food preparation, with integrated appliances and high gloss units.
A long island with a breakfast bar is a smart yet relaxed dining area, concealing useful extra storage. At one end of the room a relaxed living area can be found, with a comfy sofa and wall mounted television. It all adds up to a design with flow, and without confusion.
You can help to create a modern and streamlined effect by integrating the appliances in your kitchen. Kitchen Design Centre is a Neff Master Partner, which means that we’re a flagship company for world-renowned designer appliance manufacturers Neff, so you can be sure all our gorgeous kitchen appliances are top quality.
For Stuart and Barbara Farquhar, it was especially important that the sleek look of their new open plan kitchen wasn’t compromised. Space was limited, so our designer had to be creative in where and how appliances were fitted, including a purpose built dresser concealing the washing machine! Their stunning designer kitchen features all the latest Neff appliances, including a warming drawer and built-in microwave.
At Kitchen Design Centre, we are true kitchen specialists- designing and delivering kitchens is all we do, so we know our stuff!
We’re the best place to come to for open plan designer kitchens across the North West: we’ve got beautifully appointed and easy-to-reach kitchen showrooms in Manchester, Blackburn and Colne.
We thrive on making our customers’ ideas come to life, so why not come to one of our showrooms or book a free design visit to discuss your needs?
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.
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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!
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