Framed, balanced, and beautifully calm
Shaker kitchens are defined by proportion, restraint, and craftsmanship. We build framed doors with crisp rails, durable timber, and smooth paint finishes, then layer modern storage, soft-close hardware, and integrated lighting. The result is a kitchen that feels timeless in a Georgian townhouse, a coastal cottage, or a modern extension—quietly luxurious and designed to serve daily life.
Typical lead time
10–14 weeks
Cabinet warranty
10 years
Paint options
400+ tones
Worktop pairings
Quartz, stone, timber
Details you can feel
Solid frames, perfectly even shadow lines, and hand-finished paintwork are the hallmarks of a true Shaker kitchen. Here are a few recent textures and palettes from our Hampshire installs.
Tailored to the home, not a template
Period homes
Keep character with framed doors, inset plinths, and classic cornice. We colour-match to heritage paints, add tongue-and-groove panelling, and conceal modern extraction to keep proportions calm.
Country cottages
Slim rails, warm whites, and light-reflecting satin finishes brighten lower ceilings. Curated hardware, compact larders, and bench seating maximise charm without crowding the room.
Extended family spaces
In open-plan spaces we pair a painted Shaker run with a contrasting island, hidden pocket doors for breakfast stations, and low-noise extraction so cooking feels part of the room without dominating it.
Modern builds
A pared-back Shaker with minimal bead, slab end panels, and slim quartz edges gives a contemporary twist. We align sightlines with glazing, integrate lighting, and keep profiles crisp.
Balanced frames, practical interiors
Every Shaker kitchen we build starts with the frame thickness, rail width, and shadow gap. From there we plan how you cook, host, and store. Expect dovetailed drawers, soft-close hardware, smooth cabinet reveals, and storage that feels almost invisible until you need it.
Cabinetry & finishes
- Tulipwood, ash, or oak frames with stable moisture-resistant cores.
- Hand-sprayed paints in Farrow & Ball, Little Greene, or bespoke mixes.
- Option for visible grain stains, two-tone palettes, or colour-drenched islands.
Worktops & appliances
- Quartz, sintered stone, or honed granite with pencil or chamfered edges.
- Butcher block or oak for breakfast bars when warmth is needed.
- Induction hobs with integrated extraction to keep sightlines open.
Storage & workflow
- Full-height larders with internal drawers and spice racks.
- Corner optimisers, pocket-door breakfast stations, and tray dividers.
- Drawer galleries for utensils, pans, and recycling to keep counters clear.
Designed for real cooking, calm hosting
Whether you batch-cook, host regularly, or need a calm space for family life, we plan the working triangle, appliance placement, and ventilation so the room feels effortless. Zones for prep, cooking, baking, and clearing are anchored by lighting that flatters the paint finish and keeps surfaces usable day and night.
Workflow priorities
- • Islands sized for two chefs, with seating that doesn’t block the prep run.
- • Galley layouts with wide gangways and integrated waste near the sink.
- • Ovens at ergonomic height, with cooling racks and baking storage adjacent.
- • Ventilation specified to suit open-plan acoustics and ceiling heights.
Material pairings we love
- • Painted frames in Bone or Pigeon with honed Carrara-style quartz.
- • Deep green islands with satin brass pulls and warm white perimeter units.
- • Natural oak accents, reeded glass, and unlacquered brass taps for patina.
- • Soft black handles against dusky blues for a tailored, modern edge.
Compare other styles
If you love framed doors but want slimmer lines or handleless cabinetry, explore our other collections to see how finishes change the feel of your space.
Loved by homeowners
“We are absolutely delighted with the kitchen the design for which we developed with Matt’s great patience over a long period of time. The result has given us the perfect layout for our needs. Matt took great care to inform us of progress and the process of installation.”
Adrian Hannen
Let’s plan your bespoke
Shaker kitchen
Visit our Fareham showroom or book a home consultation. We will measure, sketch, and prototype colour palettes so you can see exactly how your Shaker kitchen will feel before we build.