Relocating from Kent in search of their forever home, Nicky and Brian found exactly that in this four-bedroom bungalow overlooking the South Wales countryside — everything except a kitchen that matched it. A quick Google search led them to Your Space Living's design studio, and what followed became one of the most enjoyable projects the team has undertaken: Nicky and Brian were genuinely engaged partners throughout, exploring a full range of layout options together.
The final design called for real restructuring — removing the dining room wall and significant plumbing work, all managed by Your Space Living. The result is a classic solid wood shaker kitchen in marine blue and light grey, with a bespoke hob-run mantle housing an integrated extractor, deep drawers for cutlery
and utensils, and a double-depth larder reaching into a previously wasted corner.
The central island sits directly in front of the new bi-fold doors, turning meal prep into a genuine pleasure with that countryside view on show. Our designer Jo also created a bespoke dresser and display cabinet for the newly opened dining space — the finishing touch on a transformation Nicky and Brian are
thoroughly proud of.
Are you planning a kitchen renovation in the future? Feel free to get in touch. Together, we can create a space that works beautifully with the rest of your home.
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