Traditional kitchen design celebrates enduring British craftsmanship, natural materials, and timeless elegance. Embracing classic joinery techniques and authentic detailing, these kitchens feature handcrafted cabinetry, natural wood finishes, and traditional proportions.
From painted finishes in heritage colours to natural oak and walnut carcasses, traditional designs reflect quality and permanence—creating kitchens that improve with age and stand the test of time.
The in-frame kitchen style is celebrated for its elegant proportions and detailing. Unlike lay-on cabinetry, where doors sit on the cabinet face, in-frame doors are recessed within the frame, creating a subtle shadow line that enhances the overall aesthetic. The framed construction adds structural integrity and highlights the craftsmanship behind each piece.
Key features of in-frame kitchens include:
When it comes to finishes, we have undertaken many projects with Darker tones including Farrow and Ball Off Black and Studio Green, giving traditional cabinetry a modern and original look in comparison with lighter colours. A darker paint finishes are the perfect choice for anyone wishing to put a modern spin and dramatic look to a traditional-style kitchen.
We want everyone to benefit from our design expertise. Our range of durable, British made kitchens are of exceptional quality. That’s why we work with a UK based furniture manufacturer supplying a variety of luxury kitchens, including a variety of Shaker style kitchen designs. Offering a range of door finishes and colour options alongside versatile storage options. These high-quality kitchens have a shorter lead time and are a more cost effective alternative than our bespoke, handmade kitchen solutions. We have carefully sourced this kitchen supplier to ensure your kitchen is made to the highest possible standard.
Every detail of these kitchens is thoughtfully considered, from the choice of materials to the finishes, ensuring a design that complements both traditional and contemporary homes. With Stoneham’s long-standing reputation for quality craftsmanship, a Shaker kitchen from The Brighton Kitchen Company reflects enduring elegance, practicality, and exceptional attention to detail.
Lighter shades of grey and creams have always been a timeless choice for classic shaker in-frame kitchens. They always offer the a statement of timeless elegance. Lighter colours off a light and spacious feel to your kitchen space. The lighter shade can be paired with bold colours for a feature island or tall bank of furniture to create a more dramatic kitchen design. If you want a kitchen with a timeless look and serene feeling space, then our light in frame kitchens may work for you.
The Shaker style’s classic design, featuring proportioned doors with inset panels set in sturdy frames, remains central to these kitchens. These can be painted in a wide range of finishes, including the timeless heritage colours by Farrow & Ball, with soft greys, calming blues and bold greens being particularly popular. If a bespoke colour or specific design feature is required, Stoneham’s expertise allows for complete customisation to suit your preferences.
Every detail of these kitchens is thoughtfully considered, from the choice of materials to the finishes, ensuring a design that complements both traditional and contemporary homes. With Stoneham’s long-standing reputation for quality craftsmanship, a Shaker kitchen from The Brighton Kitchen Company reflects enduring elegance, practicality, and exceptional attention to detail.
Whether you are looking for the sleek lines of a contemporary handleless kitchen or the timeless elegance of a traditional shaker-style design, your dedicated kitchen designer will work closely with you on every aspect of the process. We display a collection of luxury kitchen designs in our large kitchen showroom in Sussex, and would welcome the opportunity to help and answer any questions you may have.
