Journal
Kitchen design, answered properly
Notes from the studio on German and bespoke kitchens: what things cost, how long they take, how to choose a door style or a range, and what to expect when you work with us. If you would rather talk it through, book a free consultation or visit the Saddleworth showroom.
German or in-frame: which suits your house?
German kitchens from Leicht, Next125 and Schüller, or painted in-frame from 1909 and Novelle. How to tell which suits your house, and where they overlap.
How much does a German kitchen cost?
What drives the cost of a German kitchen in the UK: cabinetry range, appliances, worktops, layout and installation, and how to get an honest figure for your home.
Leicht vs Next125: how to choose
Leicht and Next125 are both premium German kitchen makers. This guide compares their design language, materials and handleless systems, and explains which suits which kind of home.
Handleless kitchens: pros and cons
Thinking about a handleless kitchen? The honest advantages and drawbacks of J-pull, true handleless and push-to-open systems, from a German kitchen specialist in Saddleworth.
What to expect from a kitchen design consultation
How a free kitchen design consultation at Anthony Lawrence Interiors works, from the first conversation to survey, design, renders, quote and installation.
In-frame, shaker or slab: choosing a door style
The differences between in-frame, shaker and slab kitchen doors, what each says about a room, and which of our ranges suits each style.
How long does a bespoke kitchen take?
A stage-by-stage look at how long a bespoke or German kitchen takes from first consultation to finished installation, and what affects the timeline.