Project Details
Kitchen Style: Monroe Painted Solid Wood Kitchen Colour Scheme: Porcelain (Main Kitchen), Sage Green (Island), Fjord (Larders) Worktops: Quartz Flooring: 14mm Smokey Aqua Stop Laminate Appliances: Integrated Double Oven & Microwave, 900mm Hob Service Level: Full Design, Supply & Professional Installation
The original kitchen had great architectural character. Exposed timber beams, high ceilings and generous roof lights gave the space warmth and plenty of natural light. It had strong foundations and real potential.
However, the solid oak cabinetry felt heavy and dated. The darker tones absorbed light rather than enhancing it, and the tiled flooring added to the traditional feel. Despite the size of the room, it didn’t feel as open or cohesive as it could have.
The layout also needed improvement. Storage wasn’t fully optimised, with lower cupboards and corner spaces underused. The island wasn’t functioning as efficiently as it should for everyday preparation, and the overall flow between cooking, storage and prep areas lacked clarity.
The space had all the right elements — height, light and structure — but it needed a more considered design to bring everything together and make it work better for modern living.
Here is a more detailed and natural expansion of The Design Concept section, with added depth and flow while keeping it professional:
Rather than choosing a single colour throughout, we introduced a carefully considered tri-colour scheme to create depth and subtle contrast within the space. The aim was to keep the overall feel calm and cohesive, while allowing different areas of the kitchen to have their own identity.
Porcelain was selected for the main cabinetry to form a soft, neutral base. This shade reflects natural light beautifully and helps the room feel open and balanced against the exposed timber beams above. It creates a clean backdrop that allows the architectural features of the space to remain visible, rather than being overshadowed.
