A Contemporary Family Home

Designed as part of a new build family home, this open-plan kitchen was shaped around light, space and everyday use. From the outset, our client had a clear vision for a kitchen that feels open and uplifting, while working comfortably for family life and informal entertaining. Skylights draw daylight deep into the room, and reflective high-gloss flooring helps amplify the natural light, ensuring the space remains bright and welcoming throughout the day.

To support this vision, a restrained palette was chosen to enhance the sense of openness. Our client wanted a light, cohesive backdrop that would allow the scale of the space to take precedence, leading to the use of pale cabinetry and Silestone Snowy Ibiza worktops throughout. In contrast, a dark-stained island was introduced to add depth and structure, grounding the room and providing a strong focal point.

The island plays a central role in how the kitchen is used on a daily basis. Our client envisaged it as a place where the family could come together, for meals, homework or relaxed conversation. Designed with integrated seating and a discreet drinks cabinet, it functions as both a practical working surface and a social point, balancing usability with visual presence.

This kitchen was designed and installed for a family in Ashby de la Zouch, just minutes from our workshop and showroom in Leicestershire. We work with homeowners throughout the county and surrounding towns, including Coalville, Loughborough, Leicester, and Lutterworth. If you're planning a new build or open-plan kitchen and want a space designed around how your family actually lives, we'd love to be involved from the start.