Classic British craft, refined for today
Traditional kitchens celebrate joinery, heritage profiles, and generous storage. We pair in-frame doors, beaded panels, and decorative cornice with soft-close runners, hidden lighting, and modern appliances. Each room is measured, designed, and installed by our Fareham team to suit manor houses, farmhouses, and period terraces across Hampshire.
Lead time
12–16 weeks
Cabinet warranty
10 years
Door styles
In-frame, raised panel, bead
Finishes
Hand-sprayed or stained timber
Layered detail, lasting quality
From raised panels to mantle surrounds, traditional kitchens are full of crafted moments. Here are recent finishes that show how we balance warmth, storage, and elegant hardware.
Made for homes with history
Farmhouse and barn conversions
We lean into natural oak, framed doors, and chimney features that respect exposed beams. Freestanding-look dressers and boot-room storage keep the room practical for muddy boots and busy family life.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces
Slimmer stiles, lighter colours, and glazed wall cabinets keep narrow rooms bright. Concealed extraction and tall larders maximise height while respecting original cornice lines.
Country manors and larger homes
Statement mantles, paneled appliance housings, and in-frame drawers give depth. We add hidden appliance garages, wine storage, and soft undercabinet lighting for evening ambience.
Extensions blending old and new
A classic door with modern hardware and sleek quartz lets the kitchen bridge period architecture with contemporary glazing. Shadow gaps and discreet lighting keep everything cohesive.
Timber frames, ornate profiles, reliable mechanics
Traditional kitchens reward close inspection. We specify timber frames, moisture-resistant carcasses, dovetailed drawers, and premium hinges so ornate detailing never compromises longevity. Every cornice, pilaster, and mantle is proportioned to your ceiling heights and window placements.
Door & trim choices
- In-frame doors with optional bead, raised panels, or ovolo edges.
- Decorative cornice, light pelmets, and curved end posts for softness.
- Bespoke mantle surrounds to frame range cookers or induction hobs.
Worktops & appliances
- Honed or leathered granite, marble-effect quartz, or timber insets.
- Range cookers (Everhot, Aga, Falcon) integrated with modern extraction.
- Quiet dishwashers, warming drawers, and filtered hot taps to declutter counters.
Storage planning
- Pantries with spice racks, marble cold shelves, and concealed plug points.
- Wide pan drawers with peg systems, cutlery inserts, and tray dividers.
- Boot-room benches, utility tall storage, and laundry zones behind matching doors.
Traditional doesn’t mean old-fashioned
We use layered lighting, integrated speakers, and smart controls to keep the room comfortable without visible technology. Seating is planned so guests feel part of cooking without blocking prep space, and ventilation is sized for quiet operation in open-plan settings.
Lighting plan
- • Warm-white undercabinet lighting to wash the frame profiles.
- • Pendants over islands sized to the seating count, with dimming.
- • In-cornice uplighting to give evening softness without glare.
- • Discreet plinth lighting for safe night-time movement.
Finishing touches
- • Aged brass, pewter, or porcelain knobs for tactile contrast.
- • Antique mirror or reeded glass in dresser doors to bounce light.
- • Integrated seating cushions and panelled walls for coherence.
- • Colour-drenched sculleries so mess stays hidden during hosting.
Explore other looks
Prefer cleaner lines or handleless cabinetry? Compare our modern and Shaker options to see how finishes, rail widths, and hardware change the atmosphere.
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 design your
traditional kitchen
We’ll map storage, lighting, and appliance choices to your cooking style, then present drawings and samples so you can see every detail before we build.