We just love this contrast. Secret spaces provide ample space to keep everything handy but hidden… but most importantly, easy to find when you really need it. Making your kitchen work for you is key to our planning.

A little bit of flare…this beautifully crafted solid wood breakfast bar contrasting the cool stone island adds a touch of softness to this classic shaker kitchen. The round pendants and curved bar stools are the perfect finishing touches.

A larder is not just a storage cupboard! This large larder layout provides an abundance of super space to make it a workspace as well as a storage space…the contrasting oak against the painted cabinetry makes it even more of a feature.

Your kitchen is where you’re going to entertain, knock-out your best meals, chat about your day with the family, or wind down for the evening, so your lighting needs to be adaptable and fit with your needs. Find out more in our latest #kitchenblog – mapleandgray.co.uk/tips-for-layer…

Time for wine? We are noticing more people wanting wine coolers included in their new kitchen, and why not?! This beautiful large island had plenty of room to add this stylish wine cooler fridge to complete the look. What extra appliance would your dream kitchen have?

The metallic handles bring focus to the range cooker in this gorgeous kitchen. The pale grey and deep blue are a popular mix, and we can see why. The solid stone work surfaces complete the fresh look.

Multi-level areas help to define the different sections of an open plan home. Designing a kitchen that complements the rest of your home is part of the vision.

On display or hidden away? Both! When it’s appropriate. The mix of glazed windows on the display cupboards, and pivoting doors that hide away for this larder, embrace both approaches to storage in this fabulous kitchen.

Finishing touches make all the difference to the overall effect of a kitchen. These stylish bar handles with textured ends stand out against the minimalist shaker cabinetry making this a bold and inviting kitchen.

Sinks are a vital part of your kitchen, used for preparing food, cleaning dishes, to washing hands. There are many types out there that work so well with, and complement, our bespoke kitchens. Find out more in our latest #kitchenblog - bit.ly/3Brx0ch

The kitchen is the centre of the home, and for this kitchen it is the perfect entertaining space. The glass shelves and pivot doors for the ‘bar’ make this a display feature when in use… the wine cooler is a perfect focal feature too.

Easy access makes such a difference in a kitchen, especially if you’re a family always on the go. The colour matched tidy end rails and simple open storage solutions are the handy things we think about when designing kitchens, ensuring they deliver to your needs.

Drawers behind doors… it’s a curious combination to some, but as you can see in this stylish neutral shaker kitchen, the contrasting natural wood drawers mean you can get to the back of the cupboard with ease. What would you store in these sliding shelves?

House parties seem to often end up in the kitchen. Having an island gives somewhere for guests to stand and natter with you whilst you whip up the next delicious course. Can you be part of the party and keep on with the cooking in your kitchen?

Would you two tone in your home? There are no rules that say all the units need to match, sometimes it's better when they don’t. In this large kitchen, introducing the deep blue contrasts beautifully with the light white. This keeps the space feeling open and airy.

Fancy pant-ry. If you have the space, a pantry is a wonderful addition to your kitchen. They add value to your home and value to your kitchen living. Smart shelving and storage means you can utilise all possible space. With everything to be close hand when you're cooking.

Standout, make a statement. Making your kitchen your own can be achieved as simply as hanging an elegant, eye-catching lighting creation. In this kitchen you can see the impact; the chrome pendants reflects the room from centre stage. Its almost like a piece of art on display.

In your element. This kitchen has earthy undertones; the stone-coloured units, the natural wood floor, the exquisite quartz splash back, work surfaces and end panel… you cannot help but feel calm and grounded.

This skinny pull-out drawer is perfect for storing spices; the oak interiors to the navy-blue shaker with silver finish handles make it gorgeous too.

The cutlery and utensil drawers are often an underrated feature, but fear not, we’re here to make sure they get the consideration they deserve. The cutlery drawer is probably your most visited kitchen space each day, so it’s handy to make it useful.