Kitchen Rebuild / Renovation
In May 2023, we were invited to replace an existing kitchen that no longer suited the clients’ needs or the character of their home.
From the outset, the project required a bespoke design approach: the original kitchen had tight spatial constraints, so every element was carefully planned to maximise space, improve usability, and create a layout that truly worked for the family.
A Big Idea…Born on Strip-Out Day
When we arrived to begin stripping out the old kitchen, a casual conversation with the clients took an unexpected turn. While joking about how great it would be to knock through the dividing wall and create one large, open space, we didn’t expect to return the next morning to find them fully committed to the idea! Their enthusiasm transformed the project into something far more ambitious—and ultimately far more rewarding.
As we dismantled the old units, we also uncovered one truly vintage surprise: a long-forgotten chicken biryani microwave meal from 1991 hiding behind a cupboard. A little comic relief for the team!
What the Work Involved
The project quickly expanded into a full reconfiguration of the space, including:
- Knocking down the original dividing wall to open up the kitchen and dining area
- Stripping walls and ceilings back to bare
- Installing brand-new electrics, including upgraded wiring and additional sockets
- Re-plumbing the existing system and rectifying some surprisingly poor water and heating pipework
- Complete replastering for a clean, flawless finish
- Fitting a fully bespoke, custom-designed kitchen tailored to the new, enlarged layout
Throughout the process, the clients kept the team well fuelled with a steady supply of coffee and snacks—a gesture we greatly appreciated during the long days on site!
The Final Transformation
The finished kitchen was nothing short of spectacular. Opening up the space completely changed the flow of the home, creating a bright, spacious, and sociable area that now forms the heart of the house. The custom kitchen installation maximised functionality while complementing the new open-plan design.
This project is a perfect example of how a bold mid-renovation decision can lead to an outstanding result—and we were delighted to bring the clients’ vision (and spontaneous inspiration!) to life.
Client Comments
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Martha / Daryl Phillips, Bristol. May 2023.
We’d love to build something amazing together
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