It’s not just a case of planning units symmetrically, or making sure that the overall layout has what’s commonly referred to as a working triangle. It’s a skill that takes many years to accomplish, and should include continuity of design, aesthetic looks, considered accessories, locations of appliances, functional, directional and feature lighting and so much more!

In an ever increasing world of TV shows dedicated to celebrity chefs, or programs such as the Great British Bake Off, challenging us to embrace our inner baker, the desire to become a fabulous cook has never been higher.

For the majority of novice chefs, a stylish and well planned kitchen is essential. Like many tradespeople who might blame their tools, a non-functioning, badly planned kitchen is a ‘recipe for disaster!’

In the current uncertain circumstances that we currently find ourselves in, many people are somewhat hesitant about committing to a large purchase.

However, having in a new kitchen installed in your home is certainly a great investment, frequently adding more to the value of your property than just the financial outlay.

The Shaker movement was originally based in the north of England, under the name of the United Society of Believers. In the 1770’s, some of this group decided to break away and move to New York, where they settled in self-sufficient communities, under the principals of simplicity, utility and honesty.

Synonymous with quality and craftsmanship, a kitchen that is manufactured here in the UK is assumed to be of a certain caliber. At Ray Munn Kitchens, we only supply quality British kitchens. However, more often than not, these kitchens are either painted, of a more classic door detail or both and this style isn’t to everyone’s taste.

The doorstyle is likely to have been influenced by a historical design, such as timeless Shaker or a more traditional ‘raised and fielded’ detail. Equally, the colour of a classic kitchen will be perceived to be a painted finish, typically a tone of cream.

Masters of design and style, the Italians know just which shade of yellow to use… After Rosso Red, Giallo Solare Yellow is one of the next most favourite Ferrari colours, so that’s probably why yellow as an accent colour works so well in our contemporary Italian kitchens.

Whether your current one simply looks tired and old fashioned, or whether it’s a kitchen that you’ve ‘inherited’ when you moved home and it simply isn’t to your taste, there’s never been a better time to invest in that new kitchen you’ve been dreaming of!

Offering so much more than just additional storage, long gone are the days when this area was simply classed as a ‘breakfast bar’. In fact, this trend has become ancillary, so if low level dining or an occasional breakfast bar is required, rather than being the main focal point, the seating area is seamlessly incorporated into the overall area.

Using a kitchen designer to plan your new kitchen is not just recommended, it’s imperative. This might sound like an exaggerated statement, but a kitchen is an expensive investment. Just one wrong measurement can affect many things…

Chic, smart and stylish, a grey kitchen has the ability to suit any style of kitchen. Whether your preferred kitchen design is traditional, contemporary, or country cottage, minimalist, Shaker or industrial, with so many shades of grey available there is sure to be one that appeals.

Whether it’s tiles for a kitchen or bathroom, upholstery fabric for a sofa or soft bedroom furnishings in pale grey, interior spaces have never had more grey options to choose from.

In recent years, stainless steel and chrome have been firm favourites as the metallic accent in many kitchens.

Long before the popularity of stainless steel and chrome came along, brass was really the only choice.

At Ray Munn Kitchens, creating dream kitchens is our speciality.

Not only do we take the time to get to know you and your likes and dislikes, we believe great kitchen design should complement your lifestyle.

All Mum’s like to be wined and dined on Mothers Day. However, it’s not always easy to book a table since restaurants and pubs become oversubscribed very quickly and subsequently, both the food and service can often leave a little to be desired. So why not create the ideal Mothers Day experience at home with a Ray Munn designed kitchen?

It’s always a good idea to have some thoughts as to the type of kitchen you like, prior to visiting a kitchen showroom. Equally before your visit, contemplate the styles of kitchen that are less appealing! This useful information will assist our designers, saving time and enabling us to produce designs more readily in-tune with your tastes and requirements.

Just as with certain items of clothing, wrist watches, cars and even range cookers, there are certain furniture designs that never disappear. Subtle updates and details, from time to time, encourage fresh appeal.

Whilst in pursuit of a modern kitchen furniture solution, you are undoubtedly tired and bored by the plethora of clinical looking high gloss kitchens, sold by so called ‘designer brands’ that have an equally pretentious price tag!

Whilst this might all sound very much like ‘Changing Rooms’ or interior designer speak for a large some of money, a feature wall can be easy to do, achieving both practical and wonderful visual results.

Just as with all other services, the best time to look at lighting is at the initial planning stage. Retrospective lighting, more often than not, has limited impact and functionality.