Using material like European knotted oak, painted in one of 28 tones, or lacquered to let the beauty of the timber shine through, these classic kitchens are for those of you who appreciate craftsmanship.

The pilasters, panels and glass units used in Auden, Carnegie and Hathaway have their roots in the neoclassical Georgian period, resulting in smart, cool kitchens whilst the detail on the Bronte door gives the impression of an in frame kitchen.

Complete your classic kitchen with butler or belfast sinks, range cookers and hoods in mantels for a room with a certain gravitas.