When planning a new kitchen design, it’s crucial to consider the needs of everyone who is going to use it. So for busy family homes that means catering for children – from babies to teenagers – as well as adults. Maybe you live in a multigenerational family home, where grandparents or elderly relatives will use your luxurious kitchen design too. Not sure where to start when planning a family kitchen design? Help is at hand with our Studio Roundhouse collection. The modular range is perfectly pitched for family designer kitchens, big or small. In fixed sizes and styles and a range of gorgeous colours and finishes, Studio has something to suit all upmarket kitchen designs for every family home.

Be inspired by our top planning tips…

Get the right layout

If you have a young family, an open-plan kitchen design is welcoming and interactive. You can prepare and cook food while keeping an eye on children who are playing or watching TV in the living or dining space. It can be a good idea to add a breakfast bar or peninsula in a luxury big kitchen design. This way you can keep younger family members safely out of the busy cooking zone while a seating perch is perfect for teenagers to sit and chat or do their homework. Alternatively L-shaped or U-shaped layouts create efficient family-centred kitchens. They offer plenty of kitchen cupboard storage and work surfaces.

Plan in good storage

It goes without saying that planning enough built in storage cupboards is a key priority for bustling family kitchens. And our Studio range is spot on for getting the balance right when it comes to storage and style in your luxury modern kitchen design. Our designers can work hard to create kitchen storage cabinets that meet your every need. From deep pan drawers to a kitchen pantry cabinet for all your dried ingredients. We can even design space for stashing pet equipment or a home office neatly housed within a pocket door kitchen cabinet. We are experts in creating tailormade storage so your family kitchen can be calm, collected and clutter-free at all times.

Define the purpose of your kitchen Island

If you have the space, a modern kitchen island is a popular feature in a Studio family kitchen. But deciding how you’ll use your luxury kitchen island is key to making it work hard for you. A modern kitchen island with seating for instance creates a central hub for eating, chatting, doing homework or catching up on admin. Do you need your island for extra storage or perhaps for a second luxury sink? If you have young children, position seating at the other end of where you might have an island hob. This will safely separate kids from hot pans, boiling water and any sharp cooking utensils while you prep dinner. Consider two-tier islands with a lowered dining table zone if you need a larger space for big family get-togethers.

Make it multi-tasking

Family kitchens need to work super hard. Whether it’s a busy cooking hotspot, a space for family parties or a work-from-home hub, luxury designer kitchens are all about multi-tasking. Roundhouse experts have the experience to make sure your luxury kitchen delivers for all the family. We can help you nail kitchen cupboard storage, a hardworking kitchen island or a built-in desk. If you dream of  a second back kitchen to disguise daily clutter, we can help. Or perhaps you want an open plan kitchen design to merge seamlessly with the main family living space decor. Our Studio kitchens offer a capsule collection of classic door styles that you’ll love for years and years.

Choose hardworking materials

Studio’s matt finish doors are a practical and stylish choice for family kitchen designs. Urbo and Metro come in smooth, matt laminate while the Classic door is finished in matt lacquer. Both come in a gorgeous palette of colours – from classic black and white to sophisticated greys and warm neutrals. There are also textured finishes like industrial style concrete and bronze – perfect as an accent on a modern kitchen island or row of kitchen cupboards. Finish off with hardwearing yet chic composite stone worktops with rounded edges. It will eliminate any sharp edges and make your Studio kitchen super family friendly.

Our expert kitchen designers can help you make the best choices for your Roundhouse bespoke kitchen, furniture or wardrobes. Visit any of our seven Roundhouse showrooms; Wigmore St, Clapham, Fulham, Richmond, Cambridge, Guildford & Cheltenham and get planning!