Why proper design pays off later
Fewer late changes
Measured plans help catch layout clashes before products are ordered or work starts.
Better day to day flow
Storage, appliance spacing and clearances are shaped around how you use the room.
Trade work is clearer
Early planning shows where electrics, plumbing and plastering need to change.
Sort the practical details before work begins
Good kitchens do more than look tidy in a brochure. They need to move well, store the right things and leave enough room for real life. At One Kitchens and Bedrooms, we handle the full pre installation stage in house, from your first brief through to measured plans and design work that show how the room will actually function. From our Loftus base, we look carefully at worktop runs, appliance positions, sink and hob locations, door clearances, awkward corners, radiators, windows and access for fitting. That way, you are not guessing when it is time to order materials or book the job in.
Planning that supports every project route
The design stage also helps us flag what needs changing around the room before fitting starts. If electrics, plumbing or plastering need moving to suit the new layout, we can coordinate trusted trades so the kitchen is prepared in the right order. With One Kitchens and Bedrooms, the finished plans can support a full supply and fit project, a supply only order, or fit only installation if your kitchen is coming from elsewhere. Showroom visits through our suppliers also help you compare ranges and settle the specification before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
What do you need from us at the design stage?
Room measurements, photos, your appliance wish list and any layout priorities all help. If you already know the sink, tap, hob or worktop style you want, that is useful too. The more we can settle early, the easier it is to create a practical plan that is ready for ordering or fitting.
Can the plans be used for supply only or fit only?
Yes. The planning work supports each route. You might go ahead with a full supply and fit project through One Kitchens and Bedrooms, use the plans for supply only, or bring them into a fit only installation through One Kitchens and Bedrooms if your kitchen is being sourced elsewhere.
When do plumbing and electrical changes get decided?
Those decisions are best made during planning, not halfway through fitting. Once the layout is clear, we can see where sockets, services and appliances need to sit. That helps the wider trade schedule run more smoothly and cuts the risk of hold ups once work is on site.