It’s all gone dark!
Choosing the perfect look, colour palette and design of your bespoke kitchen should always reflect your personality and style.
Greenhill
Providing a bespoke kitchen to perfectly meet our designer client’s needs At Truman Kitchens, we are accustomed to working with clients who need help and guidance with the layout and design of their kitchen space. But for one client, the technical specifications had already been taken care of. Mark is a designer by profession so […]
Teddington House
Not just a kitchen – a well-designed, multipurpose family space Buying a new kitchen is a considered purchase and when you have a blank canvas but need ideas on how to fill the space, it can feel rather daunting. When Sarah and her husband moved into Teddington House in Sutton Coldfield, they knew they were […]
Top kitchen ideas and trends for 2022
We love to look forward to the new trends for the coming year. Whilst the basic elements of a classic kitchen remain timeless, design trends come and go, with colours, textures and materials changing in popularity. As we prepare to round up 2021 one thing is for sure, the kitchen remains the hub of the […]
Why visit a kitchen showroom?
Somethings cannot be purchased on the internet and a kitchen purchase is certainly one of them. The power of the internet for smaller purchases is more than satisfactory, but a new kitchen is one of the largest and most beneficial purchases you will make to your home, and although research and browsing will always start […]
The benefits of a breakfast pantry
The modern pantry has made a huge comeback over the years in kitchen design with the aesthetic but practical element, really coming into its own. Offering a storage area for food, jars and appliances, and ranging from a walk in pantry to a smaller cupboard area, the possibilities are endless. But the benefits of a breakfast […]
Timeless Kitchen trends that will never go out of style
Striking the right balance between a current trend and longevity is always a tough call. Do we go with what’s in fashion at the moment or choose a timeless kitchen trend that will never go out of style? We would always advise our clients to go with their hearts but with our guidance there are […]
Tips to create the perfect kitchen
We may be biased, but we believe that the kitchen really is the most important room in the house. It has evolved over the years from a space of just cooking, to a showcase of our social skills where often work and play are combined. Choosing a new kitchen can be one of the most […]
How to add texture to your kitchen design
Adding texture is so important to creating beautiful interiors and including this in your kitchen is no different. It may seem confusing on how to add texture to your kitchen design once you have chosen your colour scheme, but our article explains and explores different ideas and top tips for you. What is texture? Technically […]
Dare to go dark
Are you thinking of being lured to the dark side of kitchen design? Are you nervous about moving away from a lighter, neutral colour scheme? White is both a classic and contemporary design choice, so it typically complements your homes decor. However, if you’re looking for an elegant feel, one option that will make your kitchen […]
Push to open handleless kitchen door styles
The third and final article on the various types of handleless kitchen door styles is the push to open handleless kitchen door. Push to open mechanisms are a great way to achieve perfect handleless kitchen with uninterrupted lines and are available for kitchen doors, kitchen drawer units as well as appliances. The doors are operated […]
J-Groove handleless kitchen door style
Following on from last weeks article on the different various handleless kitchen door styles, we would like to discuss the ‘J-Groove’ option, which is another popular choice. The J-Groove style provides a sleek and handleless feel to your kitchen, with subtle and elegant details and J-Groove handles look stunning in contemporary designs. J-Groove, also known […]
Handleless door styles explained
Over the coming weeks we are going to explore the 3 main different types of handleless door styles which are now a classic modern look in kitchens. The handless door offers smooth, sleek lines with a practical element, with no catching or bumping into handles and an easy clean option which could sway you in […]
Your kitchen, your colour
At Trumans Kitchens we believe that the correct colour is absolutely paramount in achieving the perfect overall look and design of your bespoke kitchen and should reflect your personality and style. We can advise you and work with you, with our extensive range of colour palette’s and knowledge, to ensure its your kitchen, your colour. As […]
The beauty of bespoke kitchens
“Bespoke” is a word that has been commonly used in many different sectors lately. One specific area where the word has been used is the kitchen customisation sector. We hear people talk about “bespoke kitchens” and people wonder what it really means. Therefore, to expound on this term, we will take a look into this […]
Kitchen Design Trends for 2021
With a new year there will always be new trends and new interior design ideas and kitchen trends are no different. Whether you are looking for inspiration to design a brand new kitchen or to update your existing one, we have the latest thoughts and insights on kitchen design trends for 2021 which we believe […]
Mixing Cocktails
As the year comes to a close, we have seen a huge shift in how we socialise and the phrase ‘Staying in becoming the new going out” has been somewhat forced upon us. We have found innovative ways to keep our own sanity and still have a resemblance of normality and a social life with our close […]
Christmas table planning
Although our Christmas plans may be uncertain this year, there is one thing we know for sure, we can gather around our dining tables and enjoy Christmas dinner with our households. For some of us, this could be the first time we have seen family members in some time and with the year we have all […]
Creating a home bar
One of the main interior design trends that is becoming increasingly popular is the rise of the home bar. At the moment, with the majority of our socialising being done at home, creating a home bar is not just a trend, but one which will bring years of enjoyment for the whole family and have […]
How to choose a kitchen style
The kitchen is the main gathering place and the central hub of any home. Its primary use of cooking and eating has surpassed that basic function and it is now where the majority of us do all our socialising and family interaction, with it often being the most used room in the home. After the initial […]
Kitchen cleaning hacks
With Covid-19 still apparent in our lives and many people spending more time at home than ever before-giving your kitchen a daily deep clean has never been as pressing of a priority as it is now. However, just because you’re cleaning your home more frequently doesn’t mean you need to spend more time on that often thankless task, we’ve […]
Kitchen lighting inspiration
When planning your new kitchen, it’s always worth bearing in mind exactly how the lighting will affect your kitchen design. Now that our kitchens are increasingly performing on a multifunctional level, the lighting plan must evolve to cater for dining, relaxing, office or homework and entertaining and a well-planned kitchen lighting scheme can completely transform […]
Choosing the perfect hob
From traditional gas to more modern induction, choosing the perfect hob can seem somewhat daunting, as a good quality hob is a must for your kitchen, so it’s well worth researching the various options available to find one that not only suits your style of cooking, but will stand the test of time. With a […]
Quartz kitchen worktops
Quartz kitchen worktops offer the perfect finishing touch to add a rich and luxurious feel to your new kitchen design. Quartz is not mined out of the earth like granite and other materials and cut into slabs, therefore making it possible for the manufacturers to engineer worktops that are exceptionally beautiful and consistent. They can also […]