The Ultimate Guide to Designing Your Kitchen
Designing your dream kitchen is one of the most exciting – and important – steps in transforming your home. At Krystal Kitchens, based in the heart of Basingstoke, Hampshire, we know that a beautiful, functional kitchen can completely change how you live and entertain. That’s why we’ve put together this ultimate guide to designing your kitchen, whether you’re renovating, extending, or starting fresh in a new build.
Step 1: Define Your Kitchen Goals
Before diving into materials and layouts, ask yourself:
How do you use your kitchen?
Do you love cooking, entertaining, or need a family-friendly space?
Are you looking to maximise space, light, or storage?
A great kitchen design starts with a clear understanding of your needs – and our friendly kitchen designers are on hand to help you identify those goals, free of charge.
Step 2: Explore Kitchen Styles
Modern or traditional? Sleek or rustic? Open-plan or cosy galley?
At Krystal Kitchens, we proudly partner with Nolte Kitchens, one of Germany’s most trusted kitchen brands known for premium quality, innovation, and style. Visit our large Basingstoke showroom to explore a wide range of displays and get inspired by real-life kitchen setups.
Step 3: Plan the Perfect Layout
The layout is the backbone of your kitchen design. The classic kitchen triangle – sink, fridge, cooker – still works wonders for functionality, but we also think creatively to suit your home.
From L-shaped and U-shaped kitchens to island units and open-plan living, our designers use the latest software to create a kitchen that works for you – and designs are always free.
Step 4: Choose Finishes, Colours & Storage
This is where your kitchen becomes uniquely yours. Think:
Cabinet colours – from high-gloss whites to deep matte greys
Worktops – granite, quartz, wood or laminate
Storage solutions – pull-out larders, corner carousels, integrated bins
Our showroom features hundreds of samples so you can feel and see everything before you decide.
Step 5: Budgeting & Finance Options
A new kitchen is an investment in your lifestyle – but it doesn’t have to break the bank. At Krystal Kitchens, we offer:
In-store promotions
Flexible finance options
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
We’ll help you design a kitchen that fits your vision and your budget.
Step 6: Visit Our Showroom
The best way to start your kitchen journey? Come and see us.
Large Basingstoke showroom Free parking on-site In-store exclusive offers Friendly, expert kitchen designers Free design consultations and 3D plans
We’re passionate about turning your ideas into a stunning reality. With Krystal Kitchens and Nolte Kitchens, you’re not just buying a kitchen – you’re building the heart of your home.
Designing your dream kitchen is one of the most exciting – and important – steps in transforming your home. At Krystal Kitchens, based in the heart of Basingstoke, Hampshire, we know that a beautiful, functional kitchen can completely change how you live and entertain. That’s why we’ve put together this ultimate guide to designing your kitchen, whether you’re renovating, extending, or starting fresh in a new build.
Step 1: Define Your Kitchen Goals
Before diving into materials and layouts, ask yourself:
How do you use your kitchen?
Do you love cooking, entertaining, or need a family-friendly space?
Are you looking to maximise space, light, or storage?
A great kitchen design starts with a clear understanding of your needs – and our friendly kitchen designers are on hand to help you identify those goals, free of charge.
Step 2: Explore Kitchen Styles
Modern or traditional? Sleek or rustic? Open-plan or cosy galley?
At Krystal Kitchens, we proudly partner with Nolte Kitchens, one of Germany’s most trusted kitchen brands known for premium quality, innovation, and style. Visit our large Basingstoke showroom to explore a wide range of displays and get inspired by real-life kitchen setups.
Step 3: Plan the Perfect Layout
The layout is the backbone of your kitchen design. The classic kitchen triangle – sink, fridge, cooker – still works wonders for functionality, but we also think creatively to suit your home.
From L-shaped and U-shaped kitchens to island units and open-plan living, our designers use the latest software to create a kitchen that works for you – and designs are always free.
Step 4: Choose Finishes, Colours & Storage
This is where your kitchen becomes uniquely yours. Think:
Cabinet colours – from high-gloss whites to deep matte greys
Worktops – granite, quartz, wood or laminate
Storage solutions – pull-out larders, corner carousels, integrated bins
Our showroom features hundreds of samples so you can feel and see everything before you decide.
Step 5: Budgeting & Finance Options
A new kitchen is an investment in your lifestyle – but it doesn’t have to break the bank. At Krystal Kitchens, we offer:
In-store promotions
Flexible finance options
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
We’ll help you design a kitchen that fits your vision and your budget.
Step 6: Visit Our Showroom
The best way to start your kitchen journey? Come and see us.
Large Basingstoke showroom Free parking on-site In-store exclusive offers Friendly, expert kitchen designers Free design consultations and 3D plans
We’re passionate about turning your ideas into a stunning reality. With Krystal Kitchens and Nolte Kitchens, you’re not just buying a kitchen – you’re building the heart of your home.
