When you’re tired of the badly fitting doors and curled plastic edges it really is time to move on and commission a NEW kitchen. And you can have one from about £3000. The other end of the scale is infinite so before you decide how much you’ve got to invest, ask me for a consultation about your options. I’m qualified to advise on and design both kitchens and bathrooms.
First, look at the space. You may not have to put everything back in the same place. Maybe removing a wall is an option and will help movement and efficiency both in the kitchen and in the whole house or flat. Second, what’s the budget? You need to have an idea what you’ve got to spend so you know where to put the most money It might be better to use basic cabinets and get a wow factor with bespoke work tops, glass splashbacks or amazing lighting. I can advise on all these and also which companies to approach to do the job. I have a little black book of companies who can do a great job without any problems. Thirdly, prepare! Firstly you need to think about how you’ll cope without a kitchen for at least a week. Contractors will usually be able to leave youwith a supply of water but you’l need an idea of where you’ll cook and wash up until the sink and cooker are back in place. This may be a time to have a holiday, you can safely leave Hollytree Design in charge of procedings while you’re away. Also, when the cabinets and appliances arrive you need to have a secure space to keep them until they’re installed. Is there another room or space in the garage you can use?
But don’t let the logistics put you off. Putting in a new kitchen can increase the value of your property by 4% according to the Royal Institution of Chartered surveyors (RICS) and enhance your life dramatically.
