Business Details
39 Years
experience
Bespoke Handmade Kitchens in Hampshire
Dowers Kitchens has been designing and handcrafting bespoke kitchens for over 35 years, combining traditional carpentry techniques with modern innovation. Our team, led by Guy and Pam Cheeseman, takes pride in creating kitchens tailored to each client's unique requirements, whether for historic properties or contemporary homes. We prioritise quality materials and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every kitchen is built to last. Our process involves close collaboration with clients, from initial consultation to final installation, with a focus on solving design challenges and maximising functionality. Based in Liss, Hampshire, we serve clients across Hampshire, West Sussex, and surrounding areas.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our aftercare service, which supports clients long after installation. With a workshop and showroom on-site, we offer a seamless experience, allowing clients to witness the craftsmanship firsthand. Our team's expertise extends to listed buildings, curved walls, and other architectural challenges, ensuring solutions that blend aesthetics and practicality. Over decades, we have refined our approach to deliver kitchens that are not only beautiful but also highly functional, embodying the character of each home. This dedication to craftsmanship and client satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a trusted name in bespoke kitchen design.
Services
Bespoke Kitchens
Handmade Kitchen Design
Custom Storage Solutions
Kitchen Renovation
Traditional Carpentry
Bespoke Home Office
Multipurpose Rooms
Kitchen in a Cupboard
Illuminated Worktops
Aftercare Service
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in bespoke kitchen design and craftsmanship.
- Our team specialises in creating kitchens for listed buildings and challenging spaces.
- We offer a collaborative design process tailored to individual client needs.
- Our aftercare service ensures long-term support for all installed kitchens.
- We use traditional carpentry techniques combined with modern precision tools.
What people say
Outstanding craftsmanship
Professional service
Perfectly tailored designs
Excellent aftercare
Transformative results
Services
Bespoke Kitchens
Our bespoke kitchens are handcrafted to meet individual client specifications, combining traditional joinery with modern design. Each kitchen is tailored to the property's character, whether historic or contemporary. We focus on functionality, durability, and aesthetic appeal, ensuring a seamless fit with architectural features like curved walls or wooden beams.
Traditional Carpentry
We employ time-honoured carpentry techniques to create kitchens that reflect historical accuracy while meeting modern needs. This includes dovetail joints, scribed units, and hand-finishing. Our expertise extends to listed buildings, where preserving original features is paramount, ensuring compliance with conservation guidelines.
Kitchen Renovation
Our renovation service revitalises existing kitchens, optimising layout and storage while maintaining structural integrity. We address challenges like uneven walls or low ceilings, transforming spaces into functional, stylish areas. The process includes consultation, design, and seamless installation with minimal disruption.
Custom Storage Solutions
We design storage systems that maximise space efficiency, from deep drawers to integrated appliances. Solutions are adapted to client lifestyles, incorporating features like spice racks, pull-out larders, or hidden compartments. Each element is crafted to blend with the kitchen's aesthetics while enhancing usability.
Aftercare Service
Our aftercare ensures kitchens remain in optimal condition for decades. We offer repairs, modifications, and maintenance, even for installations over 30 years old. This service includes replacing components, updating finishes, or adjusting layouts to meet evolving needs, reflecting our commitment to lasting quality.
People
Guy Cheeseman
Workshop Manager
With over 35 years in bespoke kitchen design, Guy leads the workshop team, blending traditional hand tools with modern techniques. His expertise in solving complex architectural challenges ensures each kitchen meets exacting standards while reflecting client visions.
Pam Cheeseman
Co-Founder
Pam co-founded Dowers Kitchens, overseeing client relations and showroom operations. Her background in furniture restoration informs her approach to preserving heritage features while integrating modern functionality, ensuring a seamless client experience from consultation to completion.
Questions
What makes Dowers Kitchens Kitchens different from other providers?
We combine 35+ years of traditional carpentry expertise with a fully custom design process, addressing unique architectural challenges like listed buildings or curved walls.
Do you work outside Hampshire?
Yes, we serve West Sussex, Surrey, and surrounding areas, delivering bespoke kitchens tailored to regional architectural styles and client needs.
Can you accommodate modern design preferences?
Absolutely. Our portfolio includes minimalist layouts with integrated storage, illuminated worktops, and contemporary finishes alongside traditional styles.
What is your aftercare service?
We provide long-term support for repairs, modifications, and maintenance, even for kitchens installed over 30 years ago, ensuring lasting quality and client satisfaction.
How do you handle listed building projects?
Our team specialises in heritage compliance, using scribed units and traditional techniques to preserve historical integrity while meeting modern functionality needs.
