Designer kitchens come in all shapes and sizes, which can make it challenging to choose the right one. Naturally, you want a kitchen you’ll be 100% satisfied with. In this article, we’ll share tips and inspiration to help make your decision a little easier.
What is a designer kitchen?
What exactly is a designer kitchen? It’s a kitchen made with high-quality, durable materials, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, and finished with a luxurious look. Unlike standard kitchens you’ll find in any kitchen store, a designer kitchen is anything but ordinary. You don’t want a standard kitchen, right? That’s why it’s important to think about the style you want. Is it absolutely necessary when having a custom kitchen made? No, but it helps to know what you like—and what you don’t.
Different types of designer kitchens
Designer kitchens come in different shapes, sizes and styles. After all, everyone has their own taste, as well as unique needs and requirements. Still, there are often standard styles to determine what kind of kitchen you want. Do you want clean lines or rather a robust and authentic look? To give you some inspiration, we briefly cover the 3 most common styles of kitchens.
Country kitchens
Rustic and authentic—does that sound like your style? If so, a country kitchen might be the perfect fit for you and your home. Country kitchens are often seen in shades of white or with a wood finish. Did you know they’re often associated with the comforting feeling of coming home? This is thanks to their warm colors and natural materials. Add a bar, and you’ll have the perfect space to enjoy your beautiful kitchen with guests. Can you picture it already?
Modern kitchens
Country kitchens have their charm, but some people prefer clean lines and handleless designs. Are you a fan of minimalist design and sleek aesthetics? Then a modern kitchen is the perfect choice for you. A modern kitchen can be fully customized to your taste, complete with luxury appliances, just like other styles. Later in this article, we’ll share tips, advice, and inspiration on selecting appliances for your new kitchen. But first, let’s take a quick look at industrial kitchens.
Industrial kitchens
Industrial kitchens are known for their sturdy materials combined with black or gray steel. This is a good example of an industrial kitchen. This type of kitchen is becoming more and more desirable. You often see this combined with a concrete kitchen top. Do you have an idea or picture of how you would like your industrial kitchen to look? Then show it to us and we can tell you exactly what materials are used.
What appliances are important in a designer kitchen?
When you have a designer kitchen custom-made, you can choose from a wide range of appliances—because nothing is too extravagant for us. From a wine cooler to a warming drawer, or even a built-in coffee machine and a bar, we can make it happen. Unlike large kitchen retailers, where choices are often limited, we offer complete flexibility. For the same investment, we can create a kitchen that perfectly suits your interior design needs. If you’re interested in exclusive kitchen appliances, the investment may be slightly higher, but with us, you’ll get the dream kitchen you’ve always wanted, complete with the appliances you truly desire—something large kitchen companies often can’t provide.
How much does a kitchen cost?
A standard kitchen typically costs between €7,500 and €17,500, but prices can easily reach €25,000 or more—and still not deliver the kitchen of your dreams. On top of that, the choice of appliances is often limited to just three or four brands. With us, you can choose from a wide range of premium brands, including AEG, Bosch, Grohe, Miele, Pelgrim, Quooker, Reginox, Siemens, Zanussi, and Bora. Thanks to our direct relationships with suppliers, we can offer these appliances at competitive prices with full guarantees. Plus, quick delivery is always possible.
Buy a kitchen or have it made?
When you want to kpoen a kitchen from a big kitchen company you have less choice than when you have a kitchen made. If you want a kitchen that fits your needs perfectly, it's best to have a kitchen made. We will be happy to think with you.
If you have a sample of your dream kitchen you can show it to us. We will discuss this together with your wishes and requirements. We can then tell you exactly what materials have been used and what you had better not do or do. We can then advise you as best we can. Then we'll get to work on your design, and after approval we'll get to work on the designer kitchen of your dreams. When we make your kitchen, you can stop by our workshop in between.... After making your kitchen we will come to you and assemble your dream kitchen on location.
The advantages and disadvantages of buying a designer kitchen from a kitchen company
We list the advantages and disadvantages of buying a kitchen for you.
The benefits of buying a kitchen
- you can physically view the kitchens in the store.
The disadvantages of buying a kitchen
- you have little choice of equipment;
- you do not have a unique kitchen because other people can also buy your chosen kitchen;
- you are really stuck with a certain style of kitchen because they are already made in a factory.
The advantages and disadvantages of having a kitchen made
We list the advantages and disadvantages of having a kitchen made for you.
The benefits of having a kitchen made
- you can choose what style kitchen you want because we will make it for you;
- You can choose from a range of luxury appliances, thanks to our strong relationships with the brands mentioned earlier in this article.
- you have personal contact;
- you can choose from a variety of quality and durable materials;
- you’re welcome to stop by and watch as we bring your kitchen to life.
- your kitchen will be designed, made and installed by us;
- you’ll receive a unique kitchen that perfectly aligns with your interior design vision and personal requirements.
The disadvantages of having a kitchen made
- having a kitchen made can cost a little more than a standard kitchen from a major kitchen company;
- a kitchen brought to you by Atelier 19 cannot be viewed in person first.
Conclusion: have kitchen made or buy
Buying a kitchen from a large kitchen retailer is a waste of money. For the same price, we can create a custom kitchen that perfectly suits your wishes and requirements. Nothing is too much for us—share your vision, and we’ll bring it to life.
Would you like to have a kitchen made by Atelier 19?
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