Kitchen Transformation: From an Old Cottage to a Modern Home

From an old cottage to modern and contemporary, we transformed this kitchen into a functional, modern space for the whole family.

Transforming the Space

Deciding on the overall style is the first step in the process, and once decided, there are almost endless options for colours, finishes and materials. To help you choose, we have put together a quick guide on the different kitchen styles, to help you decide which is the right one for you.

Contemporary Handleless Kitchen for the Patel family by Exact.

Contemporary Design

The kitchen was designed with minimal flat door style cabinets and a two-tone colour scheme; dark concrete and lima white. Clean lines combined with the sleek design of the handleless doors make a powerful statement and provide a fresh look.

The implementation of an ‘L’ shaped island with an integrated breakfast bar was the ideal solution to create a large and inviting seating area. The sophisticated Dekton Opera worktops consist of a blend of the finest raw materials providing a clean surface that combines the qualities expected by the chef in all of us.

A before and after of the Patel family kitchen.

Modern kitchen with white cabinetry, black accents, and a large island; natural light.

Before After

Leading Appliances

To give a modern finish with optimal functionality we equipped the kitchen with a series of high-end appliances, including a fridge, two Siemens ovens, an induction hob, an American fridge-freezer, as well as a Quooker Flex Tap.

We fully manage every project from start to finish, and our skilled designers can transform any space to create the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams. Get in touch to find out more.

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Happy Easter - Showroom Opening Details

April 2, 2026

On behalf of all of us here at Exact, we hope you have a nice Easter. We're off for some family fun and taking the opportunity to relax after a very busy start to the year. Showroom Opening Times Please note, our showroom is going to be closed from 5pm on Thursday 2nd April and we re-open on Tuesday 7th as normal . If you would like to get in touch to discuss a new kitchen or bathroom project, please contact us via our contact form and one of our team will follow-up when we're back.

VISIT OUR SHOWROOM

For design ideas, inspiration or to view an array of samples, why not pop into our showroom?

Based in Barkham (just a five minute drive from Wokingham town centre), with free onsite parking and complimentary refreshments, our showroom is open Monday through Saturday for you to browse our kitchen and bathroom displays.

Use our live booking system to find a day and time to pop-in and explore:

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