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Hamptons interview with North London kitchen experts Modus Kitchens
Please tell us a little about your company?
Modus Kitchens are a family friendly business who have been designing and fitting beautiful kitchens throughout the whole of London for over 15 years. Our newly refurbished showroom is set over 2 floors, and showcases Mereway, Pronorm and Nobilia furniture ranges. The breadth of choice not only provides clients with inspiration to suit their lifestyle but also allows us to cater to most budgets. Unlike most showrooms we offer a holistic approach to kitchen design and installation, therefore, whether you would like us to just supply the kitchen, fully install it or create an extension to house it we are able to help.
How have kitchens evolved over time?
The average kitchen 60 years ago was very different from kitchens today. The kitchen was a utilitarian space, only used for cooking. They lacked the technology and design features that have made cooking and food preparation easier and more enjoyable. It seems hard to believe, but there was a time when the kitchen wasn’t the social spot and hub of activity that it is today.
Kitchens have become the heart of the home. Open-plan lay outs and islands with seating have turned the space into a multipurpose room, a homework station as much as a place for cooking, combining dining room, lounge, and living room in one.
If there is one piece of advice you could give to a family in the market for a kitchen, what would it be?
It is important not to only think about the aesthetics of the kitchen. The design must also work in terms of the functionality, usability and space.
At Modus we design and fit kitchens that sit perfectly with the way you live. We want to create a kitchen design that works for you, and so one of the first things you will find when you come to us is that we are great at listening! Whether you have specific Pinterest and Instagram pictures, or a very vague design notion, it is our job to listen as well as ask the right questions. This way we can start to understand what you like, what you want, and what you need in your new kitchen.
Why should someone choose to come to Modus Kitchens?
At Modus Kitchens our designers are our key assets. Their product knowledge, insights into the styles colour and design possibilities within each kitchen range allows them to steer clients towards the right product for their needs.
We pride ourselves on adding value and the experience and technical knowledge of our designers means they can overcome many design challenges to give clients what they want but did not think was possible. Being a London based kitchen company we have frequently designed kitchens for homes with uneven or slanted walls, awkward heights, loft conversions etc. No matter the challenge we can proudly say the end result is always a kitchen that meets our Client’s needs - beautiful, functional and highly personalised.
