Kitchen with Quartzite Benchtops, White Splashback and Coloured Appliances Design Ideas

A contemporary kitchen distinguished by its soft pastel tones and luxurious walnut accents and, crafted to excite and delight family and guests alike. In-frame cabinetry with beaded-shaker doors is finished in pastel grey and natural walnut, hung on exposed butt hinges and paired with brushed brass knobs for a timeless yet stylish look. Crisp white stone worktops, upstand, and a full-height backsplash provide a clean foundation, while glazed upper cabinets and statement pendant lighting introduce brightness and contrast against the richness of the walnut. The kitchen is thoughtfully zoned for efficiency: food storage is consolidated between a large LG American-style fridge/freezer and tall pantry; cooking is centred around the substantial cream AGA beneath an oversized contemporary hood; and cleanup is streamlined with an undermounted sink flanked by an integrated dishwasher and generous pullout bins. The island provides expansive prep space alongside seating for casual dining, while a dedicated breakfast station houses tea, coffee, and small appliances, ensuring main worktops remain clear and uncluttered. The walnut breakfast station and pantry unit are striking centrepieces, showcasing dramatic bookmatched burl veneers with swirling, eye-like patterns—nature’s artistry framed within cabinet doors. Walnut is also found carefully layered throughout the design: the integrated bookshelf, bespoke wine rack, drawers, carcassing, and the island’s substantial countertop, creating warmth and texture while highlighting key features. The completed space seamlessly combines contemporary design with the artistry of natural materials. It is a kitchen of character and comfort, a luxurious yet liveable centrepiece to be the heart of the home.

“A bold artistic expression, it radiates a unique and inimitable charm that captivates at first glance.” Set within a charming period property in the village of Shillington, Hertfordshire, this kitchen was designed to capture the romance, colour, and character of our clients’ time spent in Italy. Their love for the country and the many memories made there became the driving inspiration for this warm, vibrant, and timeless space. Opting for our In-Frame Shaker cabinetry, the clients embraced its classic proportions and enduring style, having it hand-painted in Farrow & Ball Cooks Blue – a vivid hue reminiscent of the Mediterranean, chosen to perfectly complement the magnificent Smeg x Dolce & Gabbana Range Cooker. The cabinetry is elevated further with Hendel & Hendel Belgravia polished nickel handles, offering a refined and timeless finishing touch. The kitchen follows an L-shaped layout anchored by a central rectangular island, complete with an elevated solid oak breakfast bar stained in Rubio Cotton White – the ideal gathering spot for casual dining or morning coffee. The Smeg x Dolce & Gabbana Range Cooker and matching extractor hood form the heart of the design, turning cooking into a work of art. This limited-edition collaboration celebrates all things Made in Italy, featuring the Divina Cucina collection’s bold colours and intricate patterns inspired by Sicilian majolica ceramicware. The Chimney Hood proudly wears the vibrant Dolce & Gabbana print, making it a true statement piece and a fitting tribute to our client’s love for Italian culture and cuisine. Alongside the statement range, the kitchen is equipped with Premium NEFF integrated appliances, including a fridge freezer and dishwasher, as well as a Caple Wine Cooler and Caple Microwave, all positioned for convenience. The sink run features a Shaws Shaker double bowl paired with a Perrin & Rowe Phoenician widespread mixer with rinse in pewter, and a Quooker Nordic Round in stainless steel for instant boiling water. And not forgetting the bespoke over-window mantle that seamlessly connects the cabinetry, with integrated LED lighting adding both practical illusions and a refined design detail. All surfaces are finished in Dekton Malibu, a porcelain worktop that brings a fresh, modern look, both stylish and durable, to this Italian-inspired hub. Additional touches include a coffee station with reeded glass-fronted doors and jars filled with rich Italian coffee, and the tall, slim pantry cupboard is discreet yet provides generous storage. There are also deep drawers with custom inserts, a corner Le Mans, and a pull-out unit for cooking oils and spices. This kitchen tells a beautiful story of the Mediterranean, bringing a slice of this into a quintessentially English home.

This classic kitchen was designed as part of a full refurbishment, creating a space that feels entirely at home within this charming cottage setting. At its heart is Häcker Systemat cabinetry, finished in a rich, bespoke NCS green on real wood lacquer doors, paired with a natural fine oak carcass. Horizon Stone Spider Gold quartz worktops introduce refinement, complemented by a Blanco Belfast crystal white gloss ceramic sink and a Quooker Classic Fusion Round tap in patinated brass. Appliances include Siemens throughout, alongside a Fisher & Paykel fridge freezer and an Everhot burgundy range, balancing modern performance with traditional charm. Visit our website for more kitchen designs.

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View from the kitchen space to the fully openable bi-folding doors and the sunny garden beyond. A perfect family space for life by the sea. The yellow steel beam supports the opening to create the new extension and allows for the formation of the large rooflight above.

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Una pareja joven. Un peque que es el rey de la casa. Madi, la adorable mascota de la familia. Y un reto: hacer de un ático en el centro, de medidas justitas y con una gran terraza, la casa donde todos querrían vivir.

The fully openable bi-folding doors with large flat rooflight above help create a warm sunny space - perfect for a cat to spend the day! This photo also shows the yellow beam supporting the rear extension with the fitted shelving below. The free-standing cream-coloured Smeg fridge is carefully integrated into the design. The tall cupboards to the right hand side of the fridge conceal a compact utility space/linen cupboard with washing machine and hoover cleverly hidden away!

This contemporary-country kitchen, painted in a rich, dark green, is accented by a handmade oak breakfast bar, and elevated with luxury brass hardware. In-frame Shaker doors and slab drawers are finished in Farrow & Ball’s deepest dark Studio Green, paired with Cambria Swanbridge quartz worktops and polished brass handles from Armac Martin for a bold yet refined contrast. A wall of tall cabinetry consolidates dry, cool, and frozen storage, while positioning two ovens at eye level for ease and efficiency. A Villeroy & Boch Belfast sink introduces a country note, complemented by a Quooker boiling water tap custom-finished by Yardley Bespoke to match the hardware. The discreet downdraft extractor allows uninterrupted sightlines across the space. The kitchen additionally features pullout spice-racks and integrated pullout cutting boards for that added bespoke functionality. Designed to the client’s brief, the oversized oak breakfast bar features a waterfall edge that wraps the back of the peninsula, providing both a raised seating area and a clever visual screen between the kitchen’s worktops at work and living zones. V-groove panelling, open shelving, a wine cooler, and hidden push-to-open drawers complete the peninsula as an impressive output of craftmanship it its own right. The finished kitchen manages to strike a confident balance between rural charm and contemporary edge—carrying just the right amount of traditional charm and tactile warmth into the 21st century.

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As part of a renovation of their 1930's town house, the homeowners commissioned Burlanes to design, create and install a country style galley kitchen, for contemporary living.

This beautiful light blue kitchen adds a unique twist to our classic Hartford style. Our Iris paint adds just the right amount of colour to show personality without becoming overwhelming, picking out key details such as the beaded frames and delicately carved cornice. The Falcon Deluxe range cooker, in its new colour of Blue Nickel, completes the look for a perfectly coordinated kitchen. The bespoke kitchen island has been hand-finished in Tom Howley’s Iris paint, with a Silestone Yukon work surface precision-cut to the custom dimensions. We included the Dusted Oak base to provide a touch of contrast and additional convenient storage.

Detail of the yellow beam supporting the rear extension and the fitted shelving below. The free-standing cream-coloured Smeg fridge is carefully integrated into the design.