The ‘broken-plan’ kitchen is essentially a modern take on today’s open-plan kitchen. It features all the things we love about open-plan living while leaving out the aspects that turn others away from the popular trend.
Instead of offering a completely open-plan space, which is criticised by some as lacking privacy, intimacy and looking a little messy, the new ‘broken-plan’ plan design features half walls and other design ideas to help maintain a feel of distinct living spaces.
A half window, or window that scales the length of your kitchen, is a great way to keep the fluidity of an open living space while ensuring privacy. Another advantage of a window, rather than another solid structure like a wall, is that it keeps light consistent throughout the whole space.
Ideal for larger kitchens, the mezzanine offers a great way to keep things sociable while ensuring two completely distinct spaces. Cook and dine on the ground level and socialise with friends and family above. The mezzanine level needn’t sit high above your kitchen space either; just a metre or so would work.
Open-plan living saw us knocking down walls, so it would be silly to do at 360 and put them back up. To divide your ‘broken-plan’ living space, why not play with the shape and style of your kitchen space with the insertion of half walls? Pop one between the cooking area and the sociable dining space to clearly separate work and pleasure. A half-wall also allows you to join in with the conversation when guests are sat in the more sociable area.
Despite the addition of these new design features, the ‘broken-plan’ kitchen still ticks all of those boxes of open-plan living. It’s still really sociable, making it ideal for families and those that like to entertain, and it’s still spacious, light, and bright while being bang on trend. Your living area feels more like a living space, rather than a sofa thrown into a kitchen. And a work space offers a better environment for structure and focus, rather than just a space full of distractions in the kitchen.
Despite having only recently emerged as a trend, we’ve been creating and designing ‘broken-plan’ kitchens for years.
In this space-saving kitchen, we knocked down the wall between the kitchen and dining room to enhance the light and fluidity of the space. The dining area was positioned just around the corner from the kitchen work space though, to identify two very distinct areas.
For this super stylish kitchen, designed with social soirees in mind, we implemented a bubble wall to create the feeling of two very distinct spaces. The colour changing LED light wall helped separate the catering area of the kitchen from the chillout part, without the need for a solid block of structure.
If you like the sound of the new ‘broken-plan’ kitchen, why not get to work on a brand new designer living space today? At Kitchen Design Centre, we can help turn your designs and dreams into a reality with top materials, finishes, appliances, and design features. Drop into your nearest kitchen showroom today to browse some of our recent work or talk to one of our designers.
A brilliant trip to London with our showroom managers @kitchen_design_centre, as we joined Blanco in celebrating an incredible milestone — 100 years of manufacturing sinks and taps!
A century of innovation, design, and quality craftsmanship.
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Your vision, our expertise.
At Kitchen Design Centre, we don’t just supply kitchens; we help you create a total vision for your home. Our team specialises in reimagining your space, ensuring the new design isn’t just beautiful, but perfectly functional.
From the very first spark of an idea to the final, streamlined installation, we guide you through every step of the process. Whether that be offering structural tips and big-picture design ideas that go beyond the kitchen footprint, or ensuring every corner is utilised to its best potential whilst maintaining flow, function and light.
George Clarke once said, “If you don’t get the layout right nothing else feels right. If your space flows and works properly it just makes you feel better, happier.” We at Kitchen Design Centre strive to get this right and draw from decades of experience, specialist skill and expertise to help each of you realise your vision for your dream kitchen.
Start your journey with us today at our Barrowford showroom. We can help you with projects ranging from small kitchen makeovers to large-scale renovations. While we don’t supply the trades, we can confidently direct you to the perfect trusted professionals to fulfil your dreams.
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There’s just something magical about a kitchen at Christmastime — the warm glow of the oven and the scent of cinnamon drifting through the air.
Here’s to the heart of the home — where recipes turn into traditions and simple moments become the ones we never forget.
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It’s getting chilly outside — pop into one of our showrooms for a hot coffee and to discuss your Christmas kitchen wish list.
Winner’s Announcement!
To mark Kitchen Design Centre’s 40th Anniversary, we wanted to celebrate by giving something meaningful back to our loyal customers. Every person who purchased a new kitchen from us during the qualifying period was automatically entered into a special prize draw to win £4,000 back from the cost of their kitchen.
We’re excited to reveal that the winner of this fantastic prize is Mrs M from Colne!
We had the pleasure of visiting her last week to share the news in person — and she was over the moon.
A heartfelt thank-you to all our customers for celebrating this milestone year with us. Your continued support means everything.
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