What You Should Bring To Your Showroom Appointment

Planning a handmade, bespoke kitchen is an exciting and deeply personal journey. Your showroom appointment is the perfect opportunity to bring your vision to life, and arriving prepared can make all the difference. To help you get the most out of your visit, we've put together this helpful guide on what to bring along. By having these details ready, you'll enjoy a smooth and productive consultation with our expert designers.

1. An Indication of Your Budget

Having a budget in mind is essential when embarking on your kitchen journey. While we don't expect you to have an exact figure (but if you do, that's great!), having a rough idea helps us tailor our recommendations to suit your financial expectations.

At Minerva, we believe in transparency and are always happy to discuss costs upfront. Whether your budget is modest or more flexible, our designers will guide you on where to invest and create a design that's suited to you.

It's also beneficial to clarify whether your budget includes worktops, appliances, and installation. Knowing these details allows us to provide a more accurate estimate and suggest solutions that align with your investment.

2. A Dimensioned Room Plan

To create an accurate and detailed kitchen design, we need precise measurements of your space. Whether it’s an architect’s DWG/PDF plan or a simple hand-drawn sketch, the following details are essential:

• Window and door measurements, including their exact positions

• Ceiling heights

• Any architectural features that may impact the layout (e.g., beams, pillars, or sloped ceilings)

• These measurements allow us to generate realistic renders and ensure a seamless fit for your bespoke cabinetry. If you're unsure about anything, don't worry—we're happy to guide you through the proces

3. Project Timescales

Setting clear timelines is an essential part of any kitchen project, especially if it coincides with a larger home renovation.Sharing your schedule with us ensures we can align our workshop production and installation process to fit your needs perfectly.

If your kitchen is built too soon, it may have to sit in storage waiting for installation. If it’s crafted too late, you could face unwanted delays. By providing us with your expected timescales, we can coordinate the entire process seamlessly, ensuring your new kitchen is ready exactly when you need it. Our team will walk you through the design and installation steps to keep everything running smoothly from start to finish.

4. A Wishlist and Inspiration Boards

Your kitchen should reflect your personality and lifestyle, so if you have a wishlist of must-have features or a vision in mind, bring it along! Every kitchen we create is unique and tailored specifically to you and your home. Whether you dream of a wall-length shelving unit, a walk-in pantry, or a space filled with clever storage solutions, we're here to make it happen.

If you've been collecting inspiration—Pinterest boards, magazine clippings, or even material samples—these can be incredibly useful in conveying your aesthetic preferences. Even the smallest details help us craft a kitchen that feels distinctly yours. Additionally, bringing photos of your current space gives our designers valuable insight into its layout and potential transformations.

Your showroom appointment is a crucial step in bringing your dream kitchen to life. By arriving prepared with these key details, you'll get the most out of your consultation, and we'll be able to create a kitchen design that perfectly suits your style, needs, and budget.

Ready to visit our showroom? Book Your Design Appointment Today and take the first step towards your handmade, bespoke kitchen. If you need some inspiration ahead of your consultation, visit Our Projects Page and discover all the kitchens we have designed and fitted into real homes.

We look forward to welcoming you to our showroom and helping you craft the perfect bespoke kitchen!

Thanks for reading!

Laura x