LOVE LOCAL
KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Roundhouse meets every client’s style
needs with a bespoke approach
A cup of tea with… Senior design consultant Allison Lynch runs the Cambridge showroom of bespoke kitchen maker Roundhouse Portrait KEVIN NIXON
CE: What point of difference does manufacturing locally bring you? AL: It means we’re using traditional English cabinetry-making skills and are able to invest in the right equipment with cutting- edge technology that refines precision without replacing human expertise. Our investment in research and development also ensures we stay ahead of trends, setting new benchmarks for creativity and excellence. Sustainability is embedded in every process, from where materials are sourced to energy efficiency. CE: What was it like first walking into the Cambridge showroom? AL: I often ask clients what made them walk in, and they almost always reply with something like: “It’s just so beautiful; we’ve walked by several times and thought, when we’re ready for a new kitchen we’re definitely coming here!” To hear that makes
Cambridge Edition: What’s the story behind Roundhouse? Allison Lynch: We’re actually approaching our 30th anniversary at Roundhouse! We’ll be 30 next year. Our founder Craig Matson, an architect, started this company with the dream of being able to provide beautifully made, well-designed kitchens for those clients who want to make their homes work better for them. Through a partnership of expertise and passion with our factory in Malvern, we began creating bespoke kitchens which were contemporary, innovative and played with a variety of materials and styles. I was attracted to this dream and vision all those years ago, and I’ve been so lucky to be part of it. Opening the seventh showroom for Roundhouse in Cambridge was therefore an amazing accomplishment for me.
my job easier because the experience can only get better, as I’m just as excited to work on the design as they are – creating a space that will solve problems, enhance family life and keep giving them that feeling they had walking into the showroom! AL: Current kitchen trends include the Japandi style (a fusion of Japanese and Scandinavian design), metals in accents, well-designed handles where needed, unusual natural stone being the focal point and mixing styles to create unique looks. However, we also offer timeless styles that work for the property and client’s taste, so they aren't just on-trend currently and soon start looking outdated. CE: Tell us about the current kitchen trends out there…
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