When it comes to contemporary kitchens, the handleless kitchen reigns. Sleek, chic, and fashionably minimalist, it looks great in every home. While style is undeniably important, there are a huge number of reasons to choose a handleless kitchen design – as you’ll find out today’s blog…
A handleless kitchen is essentially a kitchen where the drawers, cabinets, and units are handle-free. Instead of handles, the units are fitted with one of a number of designs, including grooves, a continuous rail style, or a push-to-open door. The effect is both stylish and practical – a must in any modern kitchen.
Handleless kitchens offer a much smoother transition from dining room to kitchen than a kitchen with handles. Handles can often interfere with the composition of having both rooms next to each other and make a space feel closed-in, while handleless design opens up spaces and is perfect for open plan living.
The absence of handles means there are no awkward places for dirt and grime to hide and gather. This not only means your kitchen will be more hygienic, it also minimises the work you’ve got to do during your weekly clean.
Sometimes it’s the finer details such as taps, light fittings and handles that can take the longest time to decide on. Choosing a kitchen that doesn’t require handles means one less decision to make and more time to focus on other areas of your kitchen space.
One of the best things about a handleless design is that it’s very much tailored to the adults in the home and is pretty much kid-proof. If you’ve got young children you’ll more than likely want to remove anything that could potentially harm them i.e. handles sticking out, or dangerous cleaning products within your kitchen cupboards. A handleless kitchen allows this with its grown-up design.
While many wow-factor kitchen features work best in larger kitchens a handleless design is an equally great option for smaller kitchen spaces. If you’re tight on space, choosing a handleless design in a white or light colour will make your room appear larger and less cluttered, as well as bringing it up to date with modern-day trends.
Inspired by the chic style of a handleless kitchen? If so, why not pay us a visit at one of our showrooms in Manchester, Blackburn, or Colne. You’ll not only be able to chat to one of our expert designers, you’ll also be able to view our latest kitchen designs and get a glimpse of what could be yours this year! Find out about your nearest kitchen showroom here.
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Little kitchen decisions that make everyday life SO much easier 🙌🏼
We positioned the dishwasher right beside the drawers where we keep our plates, bowls and cutlery, and honestly… it’s made unloading so much quicker!
It might seem like a small detail when planning your kitchen, but getting the layout right can make such a difference to how your kitchen works day to day.
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Introducing Beth Ainsworth to our Blackburn showroom. Beth brings fresh ideas and plenty of enthusiasm to kitchen design. Off the clock, I’m most likely in the gym.
We’re passionate about tailoring our designs to fit your lifestyle, so whether you want a space to entertain or a family-centric kitchen to spend quality time together, our designers know exactly how to make your dream kitchen a reality.
When you book an appointment, you’ll be introduced to your personal kitchen designer, who will sit down with you in our dedicated meeting space to discuss what you want for your dream kitchen. Then, when you’re happy with the final design, they’ll become your dedicated project manager as they oversee every aspect of the installation, guaranteeing exceptional customer service as we deliver the kitchen of your dreams.
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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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