A stunning Blue/Grey Handmade kitchen with White quartz, stunning island and white ceramic Undermounted sink
Photo of a medium sized traditional grey and teal l-shaped kitchen/diner in London with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, an island, white worktops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, grey floors and exposed beams.

Stephen Clément
This is an example of a medium sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.

SPOUTNIK Architecture - photos Pierre Séron
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Paris with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets and an island.

Design ideas for a medium sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Cheshire with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, purple cabinets, composite countertops, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.

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Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass worktops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback and an island.

When Melanie Leakey began thinking of what her dream kitchen would look like, bringing nature indoors and capturing the essence of shinrin-yoku – the Japanese art of forest bathing – was a priority. One of the newest additions to the CRL Quartz collection, Cristallo Azure, helped the team from Milestone Ecodesign fulfil the quite specific brief. The quartz surface, teamed with green paint for a feature wall, bamboo flooring and stone-effect Eco2 cabinets, helps transform the wrap-around extension on the back of a 1960s semi-detached house in the suburbs of Bradford into a zen-like space. “I wanted a really natural look and felt the azure blue would mimic a lake next to the trees, and it worked perfectly,” explains Melanie. CRL Quartz Cristallo Azure work surface, Blue Quartz worktop Cristallo Azure creates a zen-like atmosphere that is striking When Melanie Leakey began thinking of what her dream kitchen would look like, bringing nature indoors and capturing the essence of shinrin-yoku – the Japanese art of forest bathing – was a priority. One of the newest additions to the CRL Quartz collection, Cristallo Azure, helped the team from Milestone Ecodesign fulfil the quite specific brief. The quartz surface, teamed with green paint for a feature wall, bamboo flooring and stone-effect Eco2 cabinets, helps transform the wrap-around extension on the back of a 1960s semi-detached house in the suburbs of Bradford into a zen-like space. “I wanted a really natural look and felt the azure blue would mimic a lake next to the trees, and it worked perfectly,” explains Melanie. CRL Quartz Cristallo Azure kitchen worktop Installed by Select Solid Surfaces in Keighley, Cristallo Azure makes a stunning visual impression, while the durability of the quartz material ensures it will stay looking beautiful with minimal maintenance. The striking intensity of the sea-green colour makes it the perfect choice for this project, where it contrasts so well with the nature-inspired décor around it. “Everyone has either worktops on the black/white/grey spectrum or beige – we wanted to be a little different!” Melanie admits. Entering the newly created space from the existing house, the dining area accommodates a large glass-top table and seating, with bi-fold doors beyond leading out to the patio. To the right of the dining area lies the kitchen, with a long bank of tall units for storage on the rear wall and a kitchen island as a centrepiece. Complete with hob, sink and bar stools and topped with Cristallo Azure surfaces it is this furniture that turns the room into the multi-functional space Melanie was hoping for. “The new kitchen looks out onto our south-facing garden, so we wanted to have a kitchen island that incorporated the hob and sink so we could make the most of the views,” emphasises Melanie. “I also think it’s rude to talk to someone with your back to them because you’re stirring something on the hob!” “We wanted a really social space where we could entertain guests without having to excuse yourself because you need to focus on making a meal, so wanted a couple of bar stools for the island so guests/family could take a seat and talk to the chef whilst they make dinner.” CRL Quartz is the ideal surface for such a multi-functional kitchen area. A practical alternative to natural materials yet with all the beauty that the marble look brings to the kitchen, engineered quartz stone such as Cristallo Azure is scratch, heat and stain resistant and never needs to be sealed. “The island is one of the aspects we are most pleased with. It does exactly what we wanted it to do, and it looks fabulous whilst it does it.” The chosen décor is a brave step away from the often-seen neutral tones of modern kitchen design, but there’s no doubt that the finished space is everything that Melanie and her family hoped for from the new space. As she concludes: “I think it is a combination of the use of natural materials and colours that work so harmoniously together, plus the fact that the kitchen is designed around the home chef – everything you need is either straight in front of you or only a few steps away. Plus, the use of the cabinets means everything can be tidied away leaving us with a clean, streamlined kitchen.”

Beautiful contemporary yet rustic open plan kitchen. Bottle green shaker style cabinets and modern marble counter tops.
Medium sized traditional galley kitchen/diner in London with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Our client had recently purchased a classic Victorian home with an orangery. Previously the kitchen was only in the original part of their home, but they wanted to make more of the space and change the original U shaped kitchen to an L shape with an island. The choices picked were from Rotpunkt in a range called Tempo (shaker style door) which were painted in a bespoke shade of green. The island is from Bauformat in a range called Singapur in Brass. The handles were bespoke and sourced through other suppliers and the quartz worktops are in Silestone Eternal Noir (suede finish). The result is a completely unique and modern look which is beautiful, classic and modern all at the same time with plenty of clever storage.

Our client had recently purchased a classic Victorian home with an orangery. Previously the kitchen was only in the original part of their home, but they wanted to make more of the space and change the original U shaped kitchen to an L shape with an island. The choices picked were from Rotpunkt in a range called Tempo (shaker style door) which were painted in a bespoke shade of green. The island is from Bauformat in a range called Singapur in Brass. The handles were bespoke and sourced through other suppliers and the quartz worktops are in Silestone Eternal Noir (suede finish). The result is a completely unique and modern look which is beautiful, classic and modern all at the same time with plenty of clever storage.

This custom made extractor mantle adds detail and doubles up as a display shelf for nik-naks and helps add personality to the space.
This is an example of a medium sized bohemian l-shaped kitchen/diner in Buckinghamshire with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, travertine flooring and an island.

We had the opportunity of creating a truly unique kitchen. We have not created something like this before, nor have we seen such a kitchen. The main material is valchromat which has been routed to create a distinct pattern in the doors.

Design ideas for a medium sized modern kitchen/diner in London with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, glass sheet splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.

After downsizing to their new home in Wallingford, our clients, both catering industry professionals, sought a kitchen that was functional yet elegant, perfectly suited to their lifestyle. The kitchen features our Ridgeway Bespoke Range, designed with inframe cabinetry crafted from durable tulipwood. Each piece was hand-painted in a rich dark blue with subtle teal undertones, creating a bold yet sophisticated statement. This kitchen design includes solid oak drawer boxes that add a natural warmth and luxurious contrast to the dramatic colour palette. As well as a cleverly integrated breakfast bar in solid oak is seamlessly concealed within the cabinetry, maintaining a clean and uncluttered aesthetic. The worktops are made from Ariastone Quartz in the stunning Azura finish. This choice combines durability with a sleek and polished look, providing a practical yet stylish surface for cooking and entertaining. Equipped with state-of-the-art Siemens appliances, the kitchen meets the demands of professional chefs while blending seamlessly into the design. The kitchen also includes premium Blanco sinks, perfectly paired with the quartz worktops for a cohesive and elegant look. Recognising that the existing kitchen space was smaller than they were used to, Sarah, our talented designer, reimagined the internal structure, extending the kitchen to create a more accommodating layout. While they explored options with other kitchen companies, they ultimately returned to Ridgeway Interiors, impressed by Sarah’s ability to truly understand their needs and craft innovative solutions. Our team fully managed the project, with Carl leading the building work and Alan expertly fitting the kitchen. If you’re looking to transform your kitchen with a bespoke design tailored to your needs, get in touch with us. Our expert team is here to bring your dream kitchen to life.

Photographer: Altan Omer
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary home in London.

Caroline Monfort
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Paris with blue walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back custom shaped hot tub in Sydney with natural stone paving.

Open riser cantilevering concrete staircase with structural glass central panel, glass floors and concealed lighting. Photography: Lyndon Douglas
Photo of a medium sized contemporary concrete u-shaped staircase in London with open risers.

Medium sized mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Palma de Mallorca with no island, terracotta flooring, brown worktops and recessed-panel cabinets.

Copper is slowly creeping its way into colour palettes throughout the home; and kitchen design is no different. A copper, grey and blue colour palette was chosen for this new kitchen design. The Oxford blue and copper create a complementary combo that’s vibrant and rich. Working with the client, we created a design that contrasts the Mackintosh Sculptured doors painted in Oxford Blue and White Mackintosh Sculptured doors. The Worktops are a soft grey to complement the blue units and are an exquisite CRL Verona quartz with a rich OGEE Edging which gives the worktop a really luxurious touch. The client wanted a smart traditional style kitchen that was built for entertaining. So the tall units include a chefs pantry, a wine glass/ wine prep unit and in column Caple wine cooler serves the needs of guests at the dining table. All the appliances are Neff and include two slide and hide pyrolytic ovens, a Flex induction hob, built-in microwave & grill, and an American fridge freezer. The units also house an integrated dishwasher and a built under fridge in the “u” part of the kitchen allows ingredients to be easily accessible by the cook. To make efficient use of the space we custom made the plate rack and extractor canopy. Adding a few copper accessories to bring an elegant copper glow into the entertaining space. The beautiful handcrafted porcelain Shaws sink with Perrin and Rowe Phoenician tap gives a traditional, practical influence to the kitchen whilst a few touches of copper in the pendant lights and kitchen accessories lend warmth to a very simple colour scheme of grey and blue and immediately adds character and interest. The lighter grey of the worktops enhances the contrast and adding turquoise keeps the palette fresh. Photos by Lia Vittone