Reading House Kitchen Renovation
The Reading House kitchen was transformed from a dark, small space into a bright, functional kitchen-diner.
Client Brief & Vision
Location: Worcester, UK
The clients wanted to transform their small, dark kitchen into a light and bright kitchen-diner with a stronger connection to the garden, capable of comfortably accommodating friends and family.
As one of them is a ceramicist, they also wanted the kitchen to act as a subtle backdrop to display their porcelain work.
Working within the constraints of a Grade II listed property, the brief focused on creating a practical, clutter-free space with custom storage solutions while using a neutral, natural material palette to complement their artwork.
The Renovation & End Result
The renovation transformed the challenging space into a light, airy, and highly functional kitchen-diner.
Custom-made Linden cabinetry maximised storage while maintaining a clean, clutter-free aesthetic, and carefully chosen neutral materials created a serene backdrop for the client’s ceramic work.
Modern adaptations of classic shaker design, alongside integrated appliances and thoughtful layout, ensured the kitchen is both practical for daily use and welcoming for entertaining.
Custom Linden Cabinetry with Hidden Storage
Neutral Materials to Showcase Artwork
Modern Shaker-Style Design with Practical Details
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Rhian and Zoe are very enthusiastic and really helpful, taking the time to consider design options and help plan the space. Zoe worked on our kitchen and transformed the room, the communication was excellent throughout and they were very supportive with the installation. The fitter Richard was very efficient, tidy and polite.
Thank you so much for your help & your hard work.
Hannah Mills
Google Review
Amazing, amazing, amazing! Everything used is 'high end' and the very best of qualities. We're absolutely 'over the moon' and totally 'blown away' by the professionalism and workmanship, from start to finish. An absolutely gorgeous transformation, that will, most definitely enhance our living. House of Harper & Team, you should be so so proud of your achievements. Thank you will never be enough!
Callum McAllister
Google Review
The showroom may look small but the volume of products and depth of knowledge displayed by Rhian was phenomenal. Throughout our meeting, she and her male colleague were eloquent, thoughtful, practical ; we made our purchase based on her professionalism and amiable disposition. Rhian was able to blend colours, explain the advantages and drawbacks of some of my ‘whims’. She is to be complimented for fielding my questions but her personal collection and delivery of the granite sinks from the suppliers thrilled us! We could see that she dealt in good quality products and ‘ knew her stuff’ . Wonderful to have a creative designer and supplier in Worcester.
Maureen Wood
Google Review
I have worked with Rhian on a kitchen in her previous life, and her ability to assess a space and maximise it, in terms of both aesthetics and practicality is outstanding. Rhian takes time to understand the client’s wishes whilst skilfully guiding you, without being at all overbearing. She is delightful to work with and fills you with confidence.I’m now very excitedly awaiting a whole new set of monster cupboards going into a downstairs hallway and landing, plus a bathroom vanity unit. The team have handled the whole process with great skill and professionalism, and I know the quality of workmanship and materials will be second to none. I can’t wait for my next delivery!
Penny Parry-Jones
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House of Harper, 37 The Tything, Worcester, WR1 1JL