As summer is finally on its way, and our showrooms across the North West are lit (intermittently!) by glorious golden sunlight, the Kitchen Design Centre team are all spending a lot more time in the kitchen – whether we’re readying for a Father’s Day feast, trying out things we’ve seen on Great British Bake Off or simply whipping up a fresh summer salad.
In the spirit of the seriously good summer eating on the way, we’ve put our heads together and come up with ideas to help you spruce up your kitchen for summer. Read on for a few ways to bring the best out your kitchen and get the summer off to a great start.
If you’re like us and your shelves are littered with tins of out-of-date beans, half-opened jars of olives, and left-over Christmas pickles– well, nothing will make your kitchen feel cleaner than a good old clear-out.
Not only will everything look lighter and more summery, you’ll make some well-needed space for classic summer foods, like fish, fruit and salad vegetables.
Talking about salads – if you’ve been holed up throughout the winter months subsisting on shepherds’ pie and casserole, it’s likely your salad crockery is gathering dust on a shelf somewhere.
Dust those dishes down and get ready to pile them full of rocket, lettuce, baby spinach, radish and spring onion. There’s a smashing set of summer salad recipes here, courtesy of the BBC – we have it on good authority that their Niçoise is not to be missed.
Sorbets are all the rage this summer – healthier and more elegant than ice-cream, they take a bit of finesse when combining the ingredients but are an impressive way to end a summer meal.
You’ll undoubtedly want to clear room in the fridge/freezer when you taste this mouth-watering recipe from the Guardian. Neff Freezers come in a variety of carrying capacities, so you won’t worry about running out of sorbet-space any time soon!
If your idea of sprucing up a kitchen is slightly more radical why not consider one of Kitchen Design Centre’s fantastic ex display kitchens?
Here at Kitchen Design Centre we often change our displays around when we’re looking to showcase a new range, and ex display kitchens present a great opportunity for those seeking savings on their dream kitchen.
Thanks to their stellar quality and low price, our ex display kitchens are always snapped up quickly, so if you’re hunting for a designer kitchen – mark us on your map!
Whether you need sophisticated kitchen appliances or a quote on one of our bespoke designer kitchens, contact Kitchen Design Centre today – our team are on stand to help you realise your summer kitchen dream.
A STUNNING CLASSICAL KITCHEN FOR A LUXURY APARTMENT
When Karen and Peter downsized from their farm, they opted for a luxurious apartment in a historic hall in Holmfirth, Yorkshire. For their dream kitchen, they turned to Lauren Couperthwaite at Kitchen Design Centre, Housing Units, Failsworth.
Initially considering a local bespoke kitchen company, Karen found they couldn’t match the extensive product range and expert design skills of Kitchen Design Centre.
The brief was to celebrate the apartment’s grand architectural features—high ceilings, natural light, and intricate coving—while crafting a kitchen that blended seamlessly with the home’s traditional aesthetic. Lauren’s choice of a pale sage green ash-effect eucalyptus finish brought timeless charm, perfectly paired with classic handles.
ARE YOU READY TO MAKE YOUR DREAM KITCHEN A REALITY?
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This year, the kitchen will take on even more significance in home design. It’s now more than just a place for meals; it’s a space that reflects your tastes and individuality, much like your living room, and so it deserves the same forethought and planning. With bespoke kitchens on the rise in 2025, we’ve found that lots of customers are moving away from generic designs and one-size-fits-all solutions in favour of kitchens that cater to their unique needs, personalities, and lifestyles.
Whether you’re designing a space for a large family, a multifunctional area to work and eat, or simply a stylish place to enjoy your meals, a bespoke kitchen offers the perfect blend of style and function, so that your dream kitchen is everything you need it to be and more.
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The clock is ticking on these exclusive offers – so don’t wait too long!
We’ve got some brilliant offers in store for you this year, so you can take your pick of ways to transform your kitchen for the New Year. You can Buy Now, Pay 2026 for your dream kitchen, so our designers can get started sooner on making your vision a reality! What’s more, you can claim up to £1,750 cashback with a range of further selected Neff appliances.
Our Winter Sale also gives you a chance to get your hands on our incredible ex-display kitchens, each one of which has a long history of wowing people in our showrooms, and now available at truly unbeatable prices.
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Another busy day yesterday for Simon at our Barrowford showroom. Starting off with a photo shoot - here’s a sneak peek! How cute was the company too. Their cat was helping Mark out get the shots right.
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