insideKENT Magazine Issue 133 - May 2023 | Page 168

HOME + GARDEN
What needs to be considered when installing a bespoke kitchen ?
The design process plans for a seamless installation ; and clients see their rendered designs before the kitchens are made . It is important that the kitchen is fitted into a fully finished room : all electrical and plumbing work completed , range ovens in place and connected , plastered and painted walls , flooring finished – from wall to wall . Ventilation is an area that needs to be considered before the room is finished : there may be only one external wall and if the extractor needs to be vented instead of using a recirculating kit , it will have to go there .
The kitchen cabinetry is the final part of a kitchen installation .
Were there any project pitfalls ?
Collins Bespoke ’ s designers and project managers spend a lot of time focused on the planning processes , so clients are presented with detailed and accurate proposals of their kitchen projects . Because of this , most projects run smoothly . Planning is especially important in a period home , like this one , where walls and floors are sometimes not in sync , and we know there always must be room for movement and adjustments .
The kitchen installation happens last , usually , once the room is finished . Of course , this can be tricky for Collins Bespoke ’ s installers : fitting bespoke cabinetry to newly painted walls and on newly tiled floors requires a lot of carefulness . However , installation teams are experienced and professional . And , if a mishap does happen , they are trained and skilled craftsmen , so can always fix it .
Why choose Collins Bespoke ?
With experience and knowledge , empathy and understanding of design and space , and their own workshop employing skilled and trained craftsmen , Collins Bespoke can oversee your kitchen project from start to finish . They will create a room which is practical and beautiful , and a wonderful enduring place for your home .
Collins Bespoke would like to thank Russ and Aniket Pritchard for asking them to design and make this kitchen . You can see more about their home renovation on Instagram : @ ahometolast .
You can also find out more about Collins Bespoke and see more of the beautiful kitchens they have made at www . collinsbespoke . com and @ collinsbespoke , or visit their showroom and design studio at Old Surrenden Manor , Bethersden , Ashford , Kent .
www . collinsbespoke . com
SHAKER-STYLE KITCHEN AND BOOT ROOM
Shaker-style cabinetry - Collins Bespoke Kitchen painted finish - Farrow & Ball ’ s Railings and Natural Oak Boot room painted finish - Farrow & Ball ’ s Indian Yellow Kitchen sink - Shaw ’ s Boot room sink - Villeroy & Boch Kitchen tap - Quooker Boot room tap - Perrin & Rowe Handles - Armac Martin Hob - Bora Ovens - Siemens Worktops - Polinato Black Forest and Carrara Marble
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