Modern farmhouse kitchen

[Lonecatwithkitten]

We are moving to a 16th century farmhouse it has a nice kitchen, but we have come into some money and are in a position to have a wow kitchen - plus this I think was one of the reasons why the house took a long time to sell the kitchen was not that of a £1M+ house.
There is a black Aga which will still, this a traditional farmhouse thick walls, low ceilings with stripped beams and small windows which are externally painted sage green as part of the listed building status.
I like the idea of a coloured kitchen, have white currently and it shows every mark which with pets is not great.
I am looking for suggestions that are classic and so long lasting and think solid wood kitchen to last. I want a butlers sink.
Grateful for all suggestions.

Where we live many family homes are period houses as you describe. Everyone I know who has had a new kitchen fitted in this type of house has used a local bespoke kitchen designer and fitter who has designed and fitted a properly carpentered ( is that a word?) solid wood kitchen that fits their house. If it's listed, remember you might need permission for certain changes. This means you can have things like pantry cupboards, wine storage, a warmed cat sleeping area (yes, really), cutesy engraved plinth with your house name etc. to your hearts content. And at this standard, it doesn't work out much more expensive than 'off the shelf' places like Neptune, which won't give the same quality or uniqueness. Maybe start with a local designer specialising in these types of houses, who can then move you onto carpentry services etc. They can then help with colours/ wood types etc. The only advice I would give is, if you are at all keen on cooking, have an everyday gas hob and I've as well as your Aga. Our range is used mostly for drying socks and warming damp dogs. There are so many riffs on 'farmhouse kitchen'. Ours' is very traditional and simple shaker style, painted House White with oak surfaces. My brother in law's (in the Cotswolds, and much, much more expensive) is all Hague blue wood, white marble tops, abstract oil paintings and copper wotnots but it still works beautifully because it's been properly designed by people who understand about texture and light.

@BoogleMcGroogle this what I am a local carpenter, but have no idea what style ideas to even start with or colours. I am aware of the AGA limitations and intend to have an induction hob ( no gas) and double oven for the summer so I am not stuck with the AGA on in a boiling summer.
I have looked at Neptune, but it didn't set me on fire.

I'd start with finding a good kitchen designer. Its not a cheap option, but the difference between individually designed kitchens and something more standard is huge, especially if your kitchen isn't a standard shape/ form. Make sure you find someone used to working in period homes because I think it's a particular set of skills. Ask to see pictures of their design work. I've seen all sorts of colours work in period kitchens ( my aunt's is a sort of mulberry purple and looks gorgeous) but if I was let loose with a palette it would still look appalling. You need someone with experience and a good eye.

Have a look at:www.omegaplc.co.uk/mackintosh?brand_session

@BoogleMcGroogle having googled local independent kitchen designers I see exactly what you mean - a world of difference. I think the investment of being able to tell a designer what I want and they suggest style and colour is the best idea.

All I would say is if you have low ceilings , be careful with wall units. We rented a cottage once and in the whole expensive handbuilt kitchen there was only one unit with a shelf tall enough for cereal boxes. And fitted bookcases everywhere too short for A4 books. I'm sure it's possible to get an old worlde look with modern function.

You need a bespoke made (local carpenter would be perfect) in frame wooden kitchen. Your house may also have wonky walls etc so this would be the best way to embrace that rather than getting standard units to fit.

I agree with all the others saying find a local independent expert and get them to build to your own spec. This is exactly what we did with ours, and have a completely unique kitchen, made to fit every millimetre perfectly.

There's loads of inspiration around / Pinterest or magazines etc.

We took inspiration from this designer, based on one of his designs & and then merged into exactly what we wanted.

I could not love my kitchen more!

www.tomhowley.co.uk/?key=848447&campaign=1WG-KB&date=07-20&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyveQ-ra06gIV6YBQBh1OdwnDEAAYASAAEgJWfvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Plain English is the most desirable kitchen designer for this sort of project. It’s so expensive that most people cheat and get a kitchen company/ carpenter to copy.

www.plainenglishdesign.co.uk/

But if you have the money l would say it’s worth it.

Plain English, Tom Howley etc are all lovely but if you want the same look and especially for a Farmhouse kitchen these people would suit - www.solidwoodkitchencabinets.co.uk/kitchen-inspiration/farmhouse-kitchen . I know someone who has a kitchen from them and is very happy.
We’ve ordered our kitchen from Davey and Alger also known as Handmade kitchens of Christchurch - which are even cheaper but still good quality.

I've read all the kitchen posts on Mumsnet and there's one designer who stands out. Karen at OnePlan. And as far as I know, she doesn't sell stuff, so no pressure or hidden agenda. Need to book about a month ahead though as she's quite busy. I've got a slot booked in August!

This a local kitchen designer and the. He works in partnership with a local carpenter that I found. I think I will try him first.

This a local kitchen designer and the. He works in partnership with a local carpenter that I found. I think I will try him first.

@Lonecatwithkitten that is stunning! Good luck.

Local independent are good, ask around. Also DeVol and small one may suit you. They are expensive. Plain English is beautiful too for bespoke kitchens. Can I suggest you look on Instagram for pictures from these companies and it may inspire you? Then you can use those images to ask for recommendations. There are many beautiful kitchens out there! My BIL has a Martin Moore kitchen that still, after 24 years gets featured in magazines. It cost a fortune but has been worth every penny

I assume you mean Smallbone; ). You can get virtually the same kitchen as a Devol one by using a company like Davey and Alger (HMKC). Both use Tulip wood for the doors and have larder cupboards etc etc - the only thing is one costs many times the price of the other one.

Ask for a Devol catalogue and get your inspiration from there.

Btw - a lot of local ‘kitchen designers’ get their cabinets from places like Solid Wood Kitchens that I linked to above - ask to see their workshops!

Have a look at the kitchen in this house - it was made by Solid Wood Kitchens - www.houzz.co.uk/hznb/photos/5-bedroom-house-in-sw-london-phvw-vp~149810261

lonecatwithkitten than kitchen is gorgeous, the colour is beautiful. Dark can work really well in older houses. All this talk of kitchens has made me restless. My mad artist mother in law had pink, blue and pistachio, the colours of sugared almonds in her kitchen in Provence. With stone walls and a huge stove. I'd love to be brave enough to give something like that a try!