Shaker Kitchen Renovation in Chorlton

A Dream Space Brought to Life

Project Details

After seven years of searching for the right company to transform their kitchen, Ms Bell and Ms Webster finally found us through a Google search for kitchen renovation in Chorlton. They were looking for a team that could combine beautiful design, quality craftsmanship, and stress-free project management — and Kitchen Design and Supply was the perfect fit!

Location: Chorlton, Manchester

Kitchen Range: Caldaro Indigo & White

Range Spec: 20mm Painted Timber

Worktop: White Shimmer 20mm Quartz

Total Cost: £38,889.18

Project Duration: 5 weeks

Below you can view what Ms Bell & Ms Websters kitchen looked like before we started the refurbishment

A kitchen with wooden countertops, white cabinets, a washing machine, dishwasher, and a sink near two windows, with a dining table and chairs near a large window.

Kitchen with wooden floor, white cabinets, a gas stove, a countertop with jars of food, and a black door. A window overlooks greenery. A dining table with four wooden chairs and a bowl of apples.

The Design Journey – From Vision to Reality

During the free home survey, we explored their wishlist in detail — from Shaker-style doors and elegant handles to statement sinks, taps, and luxurious quartz worktops. Together, we mapped out the perfect kitchen layout and discussed a budget that aligned with their goals.

Once we gathered all the details, our talented design team got to work creating detailed floor plans and 3D visualisations. We presented everything in one of our signature video quotation presentations, which walks clients through the design, materials, and costings step by step.

The clients loved the initial concept and booked a design review meeting to fine-tune every detail. During the meeting, we explored door finishes, worktop samples, and layout tweaks to make sure everything fit their lifestyle perfectly.

They were especially impressed by how smoothly we managed the process — from communication to full project management — allowing them to relax while we handled everything from start to finish.

Architectural floor plan of a building's roof with detailed measurements, HVAC, and boiler housing annotations.

Kitchen with blue lower cabinets, white upper cabinets, black range hood, built-in oven, cooktop, paper towel holder, and two jars labeled 'Flour' and 'Sugar'.

Modern kitchen with navy blue cabinets, white countertops, gold hardware, and a window overlooking a green yard with trees and grass.

Modern kitchen with white countertops, navy blue cabinets with gold handles, and a dining area with a table set for four, near large windows with garden view.

View of a bright kitchen with navy blue cabinets, white countertops, and a dining area with a round table and four gray chairs, large windows and a glass door showing a green backyard.

Making Space for Something Special

Before installation began, our team carried out several structural alterations to completely transform the room. This included:

Installing new bi-folding doors and bi-folding windows
Adding a full-height picture window
Replacing two existing windows and fitting two new Velux roof windows
Creating a new pocket door opening

These changes flooded the kitchen with natural light and created a bright, open-plan space that perfectly complemented their Shaker kitchen design.

Week-by-Week Progress

Week 1 – Opening Up the Space

Our team arrived bright and early to remove the old kitchen and begin structural work. Openings were made for the new windows and doors, and adjustments were completed for the Velux windows and insulation.
By the end of the week, our electrician had completed the first fix for power and lighting, and the old floor tiles were removed in preparation for the new engineered wood flooring.

Backyard with a brick building and a patio area, featuring a gray door, a window, potted plants, and some items on the ground.

Construction worker kneeling on the floor, working on a brick wall in a renovation site, with a yellow step ladder and construction tools around.

Construction workers building a new wall and opening in a brick house with scaffolding and construction tools around.

Home renovation with a worker standing on the porch, using tools, surrounded by construction materials, a yellow ladder, a yellow bucket, and cardboard boxes, with a trampoline to the left and neighboring brick houses in the background.

A man standing on a yellow step ladder, working on a wall with wooden paneling. There are metal ladders leaning against the wall nearby, and the room appears to be under renovation.

Two men working on a construction or renovation project inside a partially demolished room. One is shoveling dirt or debris, and the other is standing while working with tools. There are building supplies and materials around.

Construction worker breaking up old tile floor with a jackhammer, debris scattered, yellow buckets in the background.

Interior of a room under construction with a newly poured concrete floor, visible walls, and construction tools and materials outside the window.

Week 2 – Preparing for Perfection

The space was reboarded and prepped for plastering, ready for our plasterer to create a smooth, seamless finish. The room was now taking shape and ready for its transformation.

Two skylight windows installed in a wooden ceiling framework, with insulation and building materials visible around them.

Interior of a house under construction with a large skylight window in the ceiling, unfinished walls, and construction tools and materials on the windowsill.

Room under renovation with unpainted drywall, ceiling lights, pipes, electrical wires, and a door covered with OSB board.

Week 3 – Installation Begins

With the plaster dried and new doors and windows installed, it was time to bring the bespoke Shaker kitchen to life. The team also began fitting the stunning engineered wood flooring, instantly adding warmth and character to the room.

Person installing flooring in a kitchen by measuring a wooden plank.

A room under construction with large open windows and a door leading to a garden patio featuring outdoor chairs and trees.

Brick building with a large sliding glass door and a window, both with black frames, under construction or renovation.

Week 4 – The Details Come Together

The kitchen cabinetry — including larder units, wall units, and base cabinets — was fitted and ready for the White Shimmer quartz worktops to be templated. The new pocket door was installed, and the flooring was completed, giving the room a truly polished look.

A kitchen under renovation with unfinished walls, wooden floor, and partially installed dark cabinets. There is a window on the left, a washing machine, and a door at the back leading outside.

Week 5 – The Finishing Touches

The final week was all about detail and precision. The quartz worktops were installed, followed by LED ceiling lights, under-cabinet lighting, and all final plumbing and electrical connections.
Our gas engineer fitted the new 5-burner hob, and the sink, tap, dishwasher, and washing machine were plumbed in. By the end of the week, everything was sparkling, functional, and ready for everyday living.

The Result – A Bright, Timeless Shaker Kitchen in Chorlton

The completed kitchen is a stunning blend of classic Shaker charm and modern functionality. The combination of White Shimmer quartz worktops, natural light, and rich wood flooring creates a space that feels elegant yet homely — perfect for cooking, entertaining, and relaxing.

Ms Bell and Ms Webster were delighted with their new kitchen and praised our communication, attention to detail, and the ease of having everything managed under one roof.