Contemporary Kitchen Transformation | Colchester Essex
Project Overview
Location: Colchester, Essex
Project Type: Complete Kitchen Renovation
Design Style: Contemporary Modern Kitchen
Timeline: 8 weeks
Challenge: Creating a functional family kitchen with sophisticated design and comprehensive electrical upgrades
The Vision
Our client approached Spires Interiors wanting to completely transform their existing kitchen into a modern, functional space that would serve as the heart of their home. They needed a kitchen that could handle the demands of daily family life whilst offering the sophistication and style of contemporary design.
The brief was clear: create a beautiful, practical kitchen with lots of storage, improved lighting, better electrical provision, and a layout that makes cooking and entertaining genuinely enjoyable.
Design Challenge & Solution
Comprehensive Electrical Redesign
One of the most significant aspects of this project was the complete electrical overhaul. The existing kitchen lacked adequate power points and had outdated wiring that limited functionality. We approached this systematically:
Key Electrical Upgrades:
- Installation of new socket positions optimised for worktop appliances
- Relocated light switches for improved accessibility and flow
- New double sockets at strategic worktop heights
- Dedicated circuits for major appliances (oven, cooker hood, washing machine)
- Gas hob socket integration within the unit
- Installation of 18th edition RCBO consumer unit with surge protection
- LED spotlight system with new switch positioning
- Fused spur and cable routing to glass display cabinets
- External cable run through the loft and down the garden wall for future-proofing
Functional Layout Design
Understanding that the kitchen needed to work harder for the family, every decision was made with daily use in mind:
Layout Solutions:
- Repositioned fridge socket for improved workflow
- Worktop-height sockets placed precisely where needed
- Single socket converted to double near the oven for flexibility
- Light switch relocated closer to the door, avoiding the fridge zone
- Isolation switch and new oven circuit for safety and convenience
- Washing machine socket integrated within cabinetry
The Flooring Choice
To complement the contemporary kitchen design, we specified and fitted Amtico Click in Weathered Oak. This premium flooring provides:
- Durability for high-traffic family use
- Water resistance- essential for kitchen environments
- Natural warmth and texture
- Easy maintenance
- Timeless aesthetic that enhances the overall design
The Result
The transformed kitchen has become exactly what the client envisioned – a space that’s both beautiful and supremely functional. The comprehensive electrical work means the family never struggles to find a socket, lighting is perfectly positioned for cooking and ambience, and every appliance has its dedicated, safely wired connection.
The contemporary design, combined with thoughtful material choices and meticulous attention to detail in the installation, has created a kitchen that genuinely enhances daily life. The space now performs flawlessly.
Design Elements That Made the Difference
Intelligent Electrical Planning
Every socket, switch, and circuit was positioned based on how the family actually uses their kitchen, eliminating frustration and improving safety.
Premium Flooring
The Amtico Weathered Oak flooring provides the perfect foundation – practical enough for daily family life, sophisticated enough to elevate the entire design.
Future-Proofing
The 18th edition consumer unit with surge protection and the external cable infrastructure ensures the kitchen is prepared for future needs and technology.
Services Provided
- Complete kitchen design and installation
- Comprehensive electrical system upgrade
- New consumer unit installation (18th edition RCBO with surge protection)
- Socket and switch repositioning and installation
- LED lighting design and fitting
- Premium flooring supply and installation (Amtico Click)
- Gas appliance circuit integration
- Cable management and concealment
- Project management and coordination
- Building regulations compliance
Why This Project Succeeded
This transformation demonstrates Spires Interiors’ ability to:
Solve Complex Technical Challenges: The electrical redesign required careful planning, building regulations compliance, and expert installation – all delivered seamlessly.
Balance Form and Function: Creating a kitchen that looks stunning whilst performing perfectly for daily family use.
Deliver Complete Solutions: From initial design through electrical work, flooring, and final installation, managing every aspect professionally.
Exceed Expectations: Not just meeting the brief, but delivering a kitchen that genuinely transforms how the family lives.
Ready to transform your kitchen with expert design and installation?
Contact Spires Interiors today to explore how we can create the perfect kitchen for your Essex home. From comprehensive electrical upgrades to beautiful contemporary design, we’ll help you achieve the kitchen you’ve been dreaming of.
Visit our showroom:
2 Peartree Business Centre, Stanway, Colchester CO3 0JN
Get in touch:
Tel: 01206 234864
Email: info@spiresinteriors.co.uk
Project completed with full building regulations compliance. All electrical work carried out by qualified electricians to 18th edition standards.
Customer Review
“This was a fantastic makeover of our kitchen from shabbily to out of this world. The work took no time at all — 5 weeks in total. The rip out and install followed the works schedule spot on, even when the floor had to be self levelled. The trade staff were of the highest standard and I’ve been in the business for some 30 years.
The build standard of the kitchen is really good. One of the Spires team came round to fix in location all the units to the kitchen ensuring everything fitted together and was flush to fit. The subcontractors were equally as diligent with their work.
All of the staff are so helpful, easily approachable. I would recommend them to anyone who needs a new kitchen.”
“This was a fantastic makeover of our kitchen from shabbily to out of this world. The work took no time at all — 5 weeks in total. The rip out and install followed the works schedule spot on, even when the floor had to be self levelled. The trade staff were of the highest standard and I’ve been in the business for some 30 years.
The build standard of the kitchen is really good. One of the Spires team came round to fix in location all the units to the kitchen ensuring everything fitted together and was flush to fit. The subcontractors were equally as diligent with their work.
All of the staff are so helpful, easily approachable. I would recommend them to anyone who needs a new kitchen.”