
KITCHEN WITH A HIDDEN ROOM
Designed by Richard Parnell as part of a substantial home renovation, this Purley Mussel kitchen combines timeless shaker styling with a hidden walk-through utility, bespoke storage and elegant detailing for effortless everyday living.
THE DESIGN
As part of a major renovation project, the homeowners wanted a kitchen that would feel spacious, beautifully detailed and practical enough for busy family life. A key part of the brief was to incorporate a separate utility room without interrupting the flow of the kitchen, creating a clean and uncluttered living space while keeping household essentials hidden from view.
Richard Parnell designed the kitchen using our Purley shaker door in Mussel, creating a warm neutral palette that complements the light-filled open-plan space. Decorative cornice and moulded skirting plinths add traditional character, while durable quartz worktops provide a hard-wearing surface suited to everyday use.
A generous central island forms the heart of the kitchen, featuring elegant V-groove end panels, integrated seating and additional storage. An integrated fridge and freezer, pull-out larder and integrated wine fridge ensure every inch of space is utilised efficiently, while a Quooker Pro3 Fusion boiling water tap adds convenience for everyday cooking and entertaining.
One of the standout features of the design is the cleverly concealed entrance to the utility room. Positioned discreetly to the left of the tall cabinetry, the hidden walk-through blends seamlessly into the kitchen, with bespoke wine racks built into either side of the opening. Beyond the concealed doorway, the utility room provides extensive storage, open shelving and matching quartz worktops, creating a highly functional secondary workspace while maintaining the clean appearance of the main kitchen.
THE RESULT
The finished kitchen perfectly balances timeless design with intelligent functionality. Traditional shaker cabinetry and carefully chosen finishing details create a welcoming, elegant space, while innovative storage solutions ensure the kitchen works effortlessly for modern family life.
The hidden utility room transforms the way the home functions, keeping laundry and household tasks out of sight without compromising accessibility. Combined with the generous island, integrated appliances and bespoke storage features, the result is a beautifully considered kitchen that feels both luxurious and highly practical.




HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS PROJECT

HIDDEN WALK-IN UTILITY
A concealed entrance leads to a fully equipped utility room with generous storage, open shelving and matching quartz worktops.

TIMELESS TRADITIONAL STYLING
Purley Mussel cabinetry is complemented by decorative cornice, moulded skirting plinths and elegant V-groove island panels.

SMART EVERYDAY STORAGE
An integrated fridge and freezer, pull-out larder, integrated wine fridge and bespoke wine racks maximise both storage and organisation.

DESIGNED FOR FAMILY LIVING
A spacious island, Quooker Pro3 Fusion boiling water tap and cleverly concealed utility create a kitchen that's as practical as it is beautiful.














