PROFESSIONAL DESIGN SERVICES
Contact us to make a time with our friendly and experienced team for an in-showroom free consultation and Design discussion.
Work with trusted Professionals who are Highly Qualified to offer an expert custom design service, with a long track record of success.
We offer a range of exclusive services to reduce your risk of going-it-alone and take the guesswork out of the process.
Lets relax, have a coffee and discuss your kitchen desires. We like to listen, love a challenge and promise to deliver your dreams.
It would be our pleasure to discuss how we can work with you to create your space
The German Kitchen Design team are the most Qualified team in New Zealand
Peruse our extensive portfolio of work spanning more than 30 years
View our exclusive products in our centrally located showroom
Choose a unique style and finish to enhance your home and your values
Discuss investment and costs with our own proven formula for the entire project
Discuss our Design Fee which is worked out depending on the size, configuration and what detail is required
When you are delighted to engage our Design Service, we will:
Assess each Project Independently and Quote for our Complete Professional Design Service based on the scope of works
Invoice you for a deposit of 25% of the agreed Design Fee to secure our services and start the Design Process
Make a time for a site visit, inspection and site measure or a meeting to discuss your House Plans
Complete the 20 page ‘Clients Check List’ and discuss your brief in detail
Arrange Design Meetings to cover all aspects of the endless possibilities
Layout requirements, including bench space, storage space and work areas
Spatial planning including aesthetics, flow, design features, style and colours
Family requirements and entertaining needs
Advice on doorstyle colours, styles, handles, finishes, cleanness and durability
Advice on benchtop colours, options, thicknesses, waterfalls, skirts, upstands and finishes
Appliance options, Steam – Induction – Gas – Pyrolytic – Convection – Extraction – Dishwashing – Refrigeration
Flooring, lighting, colour schemes, sinks, taps, seating, splashbacks, waste, recycling, storage
Investment and costs for the products, installation and project co-ordination for the entire kitchen project
Then the Design work begins
We will work on the concept designs, creating up to 4 x different designs options for your perusal
This allows you to see different ideas and concepts which promotes thinking outside the square
Design flow, balance, aesthetics, work areas, spatial planning and design principles
Confirm design regulations including appliance installations to all NZ standards and Building Code regulations
Confirm correct details and specifications for ergonomics for function and ease of use
Use the latest European materials, technology and colours to suit your lifestyle and personalize the space
Create a design that ‘works’ for your space, individual needs and your personal requirements
Design Meetings
Now is the time to view the concept floor plans and decide which one works and function the best
Discuss the layouts, view the choices, decide on options and choose the way forward
The concept plan is then amended enhanced and finalized
The confirmed design is presented in the way of a final plan with all measurements and dimensions
Computerised Drawings and Perspectives
Final product selection is chosen, including door styles, colours, textures, handles and finishes
Appliances models and specifications are confirmed
All the related items are also specified are confirmed
Preparation of our own unique 3D colour computer perspectives, with the correct styles colours and specifications
These include all computer generated elevations, plans, perspectives and full colour renders
Presentation of all the above in our Final Design Meeting with a ‘Walk-through’ on our High definition TV.
Complete Kitchen Installation Drawings – Included in above amount
Easy to read computer generated Installation drawings including full Kitchen perspectives
All positions, heights and widths for Electrical appliances, Gas fittings, Electrical loads, Power points, Control switches, Telephone and Light switches and recessed Gas/Water feed options
All correct heights for plumbing positions regarding water supply and waste outlets and required water supply for appliances in your kitchen including Water Feeds to Fridge/Freezers, Steam Ovens, Dishwashing and Boiling Water Mixers
Drawing of Tiling plan and or Glass splashback size for accurate manufacture and pricing
Supply of exact benchtop dimensions including Waterfall and skirt options for accurate manufacture and pricing
Positions and sizes of Fire-rated boards for Gas regulations as per NZS 5261:2003
Complete with easy to read specification sheet for Electrician, Plumbers, Gas Fitters & Builders
Additional copies for yourself and your Architect to be used as reference and required City Council Consents
Recognized Nationally by Registered Joiners & Cabinet Makers and members of the NKBA
The Completion of the Design Service
The Plans and Installation Drawings are completed and delivered
The balance of the agreed Professional Design Service Fee is payable
The Sales and Confirmation Meeting
The accurate pricing is completed and presented in a detailed Quote in person to discuss all aspects and details
The Quote includes all fully itemised cabinetry details and separate costings for products, delivery and insurances
The order is confirmed and sent for manufacture and the required delivery times are arranged
CONDITIONS OF GERMAN KITCHENS DESIGN SERVICE:
*The kitchen design service is based on a maximum hourly rate. If the decision process, delays and deliberation take longer than allowed for then we will advise on possible extra charges.
*Prices Subject to Change
*A Travel Fee will apply to areas outside of the Wellington Region ~ Travel Fee to be advised at time
Important Notes:
*Payment of these fees allows the full use of the plans and drawings supplied from German Kitchens Limited to the client. The Drawings remain the undisputed property of German Kitchens Limited until such time as payment is made in full. Any use, review, dissemination, distribution or copying of the plans and drawings until such time is strictly prohibited under Intellectual Property Laws.
Intellectual Property:
Where the Supplier has designed, drawn or written Goods for the Customer, then the copyright in those designs and drawings shall remain vested in the Supplier, and shall only be used by the Customer at the Supplier’s discretion. The Customer warrants that all designs or instructions to the Supplier will not cause the Supplier to infringe any patent, registered design or trademark in the execution of the Customer’s order. German Kitchens Limited members of the National Kitchen & Bathroom Association of NZ (NKBA), Certified Designers Society of NZ (CDS), Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce (WECC) and the NZ-German Business Association Inc. (NZGBA)
