INSPIRATION
Many of our clients have requested our help designing other rooms in their houses. Whether it be boot rooms, larders, utility spaces, dog sleeping areas, even dog showers, we have lots of ideas to help you plan the perfect space.
MAN’S BEST FRIEND
Long walks with our beloved four legged furries, usually results in some muck and bullets, whatever the weather. Dog shower rooms are all the rage and space permitting, Rover can have a whole room designated solely for his needs. Low level shower cubicles provide easy access and are perfect for a nice warm wash, so no more battling and lifting into the bath. Not necessarily exclusive to pooches, pop the kids in there too on their way through!
Why leave it there when you can also provide Rover with his own personal storage facility and sleeping quarters. Bespoke shelving and cupboards store leads, towels, coats and treats all tidily in one place.
Not forgetting our feline friends, cat access flaps can be installed in imaginative places.
For the equine enthusiasts out there, we have extensive knowledge pertaining to all things horsey. Bespoke tack rooms that maintain the optimum temperature to keep saddles and bridles in top condition, kit storage and security are all things we can advise on and build for you.
THE PANTRY
The good old chef’s pantry has made a comeback in recent years and features in both traditional and contemporary kitchens. Large rooms can accommodate fabulous walk-in areas that offer optimum storage space and can even hide away small appliances from sight, keeping the main kitchen surfaces free and uncluttered.
Coffee stations are on trend, in the home and in the office. Screened by bi-folding or pocket doors, coffee machines, crockery, toasters etc will be revealed behind a smart, worktop pantry.
THE DRINKS CABINET
Behind this elegant Shaker style facade lies the ‘Pièce de Résistance’ of any home. Gins, wines, whiskies, whatever your tipple, house your essentials in beautifully tailored storage and wow your guests.
The drinks cabinet provides cross bottle holders, glass storage, integrated door storage for mixers and garnishes, worktop area, drawers and shelving. Illuminating warm LED lighting is the icing on the cake. Just imagine preparing a favourite cocktail for family and friends at Christmas time or a summer party. What a talking point this little gem would be.
CLEVER STORAGE
Drawers, drawers, drawers. The pan drawer revolutionised pot storage with its depth and strength and we now see all manner of variations incorporating refrigeration. From housing the humble frying pan to food vacuum packing, the kitchen drawer has become the easy access workhorse of the base unit.
In partnership with drawer storage solutions, pull out larders and racking provide ample kitchen storage, making even the smallest space incredibly well organised and accessible.
JEWELLERY
Accessories are the key to making your kitchen personal and unique, at Design Nation, we like to call them kitchen jewellery. A set of handles can bring cabinets to life and really make your kitchen pop. Bold worktops and splashbacks. coupled with eclectic lighting, can transform a room and create a stunning environment.
Appliances are the jewels in the crown and you can add some real signature pieces to make a kitchen statement. An important consideration when planning a kitchen is how you live your life day-to-day. Prioritise what is important to you and your family and select the fundamentals to help you achieve the things you love doing and eliminate the irritations.
Appliance design has moved on in leaps and bounds in recent years. Extractor hoods grab centre stage becoming the focal point above an island unit. Boiling water taps have banished the kettle from the worktop, providing instant hot water for drinks and cooking. If baking is your thing, then a proofing or warming drawer should be a must have. The choices are endless and we know where to find them all.
GADGETS
We all love a gadget and anything that makes everyday life a little easier is welcomed with open arms. With some thought and planning, unsightly wiring and clutter can be reduced to a minimum. Charging points for electronic devices can be cleverly hidden away in a drawer or cupboard. Pop up sockets drop neatly away when not in use. Protect valuables with a professional drawer safe built into your kitchen.
THE WORKFORCE
The linchpins holding it all together are the hinges, runners, levers and lift systems that do all of the hard work for smooth gliding and weight bearing capacity. The clever accessories give us organisation and bring order to our chaotic lives. We choose to use the highest quality fittings from leading brands such as Blum, Peka, Tecnoinox, Vauth Sagel and Orgalux for best customer experience.
Refuse and recycling are now an important responsibility for everyone and a fundamental part of kitchen design. According to geographical location, each borough implements its own policy regarding collection and recycling processes that we can help you organise for simplicity. There are various ways to collect, sort and store rubbish in an environmental and green way, eliminating the ugly bins of yesteryear.
OTHER ROOMS
Design Nation can transform other rooms in the home into beautiful spaces. Whether your style is classic or contemporary, we design bedrooms, bathrooms, home office space, utility rooms and outdoor kitchens. Bespoke, custom made furniture is available through our joinery partners.
