New Year, New Kitchen: Where to Start, Suppliers, and Key Exhibitions

In this episode of Love Your Kitchen, freelance kitchen designer Faye Newman shares her expertise on planning a new kitchen. Faye emphasises the importance of defining your goals, whether that’s enhancing your workspace or creating a social hub, as well as considering your budget and the duration of your stay in your property. Faye cautions against rushing into decisions and offers great suggestions for finding inspiration, including exploring independent suppliers and attending exhibitions like Grand Designs and the Ideal Home Show.Key TakeawaysWhen planning your kitchen project, it’s essential to carefully select the right suppliers and tradesmen, especially your kitchen fitter—these choices can make or break your renovation.Be sure to seek out recommendations and read reviews to find someone you can trust.Consider attending relevant exhibitions where you can meet a variety of suppliers all in one place. It’s a great way to gather inspiration and listen to expert talks within a short timeframe.Don’t feel pressured to rush into any decisions. Take your time to ensure you’re comfortable with your chosen supplier and that you fully understand the entire process, including after-sales support.Best Moments“So if you go to a local showroom, always look at the reviews, always look at sort of like the engagement on posts and things like, and just get sort of like, obviously, an overview of that company.”“I would 100% always go in with a plan. So by plan, I mean a list of suppliers you want to meet first and then work back from there, because you go in and there's so many stands and things to look at, so you want to make sure that you're you are going to the places that you want to go to first.”“One thing I will say, which I have mentioned on the show before, is your fitter is, you know, the most important asset, I would say, to your overall project, you could spend 60, you know, to 80 grand and a lovely kitchen. And if you have a rubbish fitter, or a fitter that's not looking into the finer details or forward thinking things, for you, it's not going to look the same.”About the HostFaye Newman is a freelance Kitchen Designer with eight years of experience in the industry. With a background in furniture design and a passion for creating spaces that reflect the essence of the home, Faye brings a unique perspective to kitchen design. Her dedication to client satisfaction and love for her craft shines through in every project she undertakes.Connect with Faye Newman DesignVisit the website at www.fayenewmandesign.com for more kitchen design inspiration, resources, and services.Join our vibrant email community to receive exclusive updates, tips, and special offers by clicking here.Follow us on Instagram @LoveYourKitchenPodcast for daily doses of kitchen design inspiration and behind-the-scenes glimpses.Whether you're renovating your kitchen, looking for organisation hacks, or seeking culinary inspiration, Love Your Kitchen is your go-to resource for all things kitchen-related. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.