Creating your Designer Kitchen

Kitchens are big business, and if you have the budget there is nothing more luxurious than a bespoke fitted kitchen designed exclusively for your home. High gloss kitchen doors, the latest technologies and high-end modern materials scream quality and style, and if this appeals to you then you need the services of a Specialist Kitchen Designer.

The best place to start is by searching on-line for kitchen design services in your local area. By browsing through their websites you will get an idea of the services they offer and the styles of kitchens they install. It is unlikely many will give any indication of price at this stage but expect to pay a minimum of £15000 for a complete service.

Short-list the ones you like the most and contact them to arrange a consultation. This may involve meeting a designer at their showroom, others will suggest a home visit so they can take measurements and discuss your requirements. It helps if you have some idea of how you would like your new kitchen to look. Do you prefer sleek, contemporary design with high gloss kitchen doors and Corian worktops? Or is a solid oak country style kitchen more to your taste? If you are completely clueless don’t worry about it. A good designer will have endless suggestions on how to make the best use of the available space.

When hiring a professional kitchen design service they will be able to help you with much more than just choosing the units and door fronts for your new kitchen. They can help you decide what appliances to install and where best to place them to complement the ergonomic flow of your kitchen. As technology is continually evolving so is the kitchen and there are new and exciting appliances coming to the market all the time. From boiling water taps to warming drawers and steam ovens, a designer will know what the ‘must have’ gadgets are and how they can work for you.

They will help you to plan a colour scheme for your room, advising on how to make your space appear bigger and brighter taking full advantage of natural light. For example, High gloss kitchen doors in white will bounce light around the room bringing a dark space to life.

As with any grand design, it is the small details that makes the difference between a standard installation and a bespoke service. Although this level of service is expensive, the quality of workmanship and the advice of a professional will undoubtedly be worth every penny.