A new kitchen is one of the most exciting changes you can make to your home, but knowing where to begin isn’t always easy. From choosing a layout and deciding on a style to thinking about storage, appliances and budgets, there’s plenty to consider.

With the help of Lakeland Kitchens, we’ve pulled together five things worth considering before you get started.

1. Think about how you use your kitchen

Before choosing cabinets and worktops, think about how you use your kitchen and what you’d like to change.

Is it primarily somewhere to cook, or a space for family and friends to gather? Do you need more storage, additional worktop space or somewhere to sit and enjoy a morning coffee?

Make a list of what works, what doesn’t and what you’d love to include. A good kitchen design should make everyday life easier.

2. Consider your space and layout

Does your existing layout make the best use of the room? Could moving appliances or rethinking the position of cupboards create a more practical space?

You don’t necessarily need a large kitchen to achieve a great design. Clever planning and thoughtful storage can make a real difference, even in smaller spaces.

An experienced kitchen designer can help you explore different options.

3. Get some inspiration

Whether you’re drawn to a timeless Shaker kitchen or a sleek contemporary design, gathering inspiration can help you discover what you really like.

Pinterest or social media pages, interior magazines and photographs of completed kitchens are great places to start. Look for common themes in colours, materials and finishes.

Then you can explore the kitchen collections and completed projects from Lakeland Kitchens,
based here in the yard.

4. Set a realistic budget

Establishing a budget early will help you understand what’s possible.

Remember to consider appliances, worktops, installation, lighting and any additional building
work. Think about which elements matter most to you and where you’d prefer to invest.

It’s also worth allowing some flexibility for unexpected costs, particularly when renovating an older property.

5. Visit the Lakeland Kitchen showroom

Photographs and brochures are useful, but there’s nothing quite like seeing a kitchen in person.

You don’t need to have everything decided beforehand. A few inspiration images,
approximate measurements and an idea of your budget are enough to get the conversation started.

Ready to get started?

Here at the yard, we’re home to Lakeland Kitchens, an independent, family-owned kitchen specialist offering contemporary and traditional designs.

Why not pop into their showroom to explore the collections, see materials and finishes up close, and chat to the team about your plans?

Find out more about Lakeland Kitchens.