With the rising costs of moving (an average of £18,000 per household in England according to Which?), homeowners are being driven to invest and unlock the potential of their existing properties instead of relocating. Research from the 2025 Houzz UK & Home Study also shows more than half of UK homeowners completed renovation work in the last year to make improvements to better suit their current lifestyles.
For those choosing to renovate, it isn’t simply about increasing their property value, kerb appeal or acting as a temporary fix, it’s about creating a home that can adapt and better meet the needs of everyday life without the need to move house. Paul Berryman, Head of Life Trade, comments on this shift:
“More homeowners are taking a long-term view of their property. Rather than facing the cost and uncertainty of moving, they’re looking at how they can invest to make their home work better – and the kitchen is consistently one of the first rooms which homeowners look to upgrade. No longer just functional spaces for cooking, it’s where households gather, eat, entertain, work, socialise and more. Whether it’s an extension, reimagining the space with an improved layout, adding more storage or updating outdated cabinetry, a well-designed kitchen can transform the look and feel of a home.”
“As homeowners continue to invest in improving rather than moving, quality has become just as important as style. A well-crafted kitchen is built to stand the test of time, offering greater durability for everyday living while also adding lasting value to the home. Fully assembled kitchens provide a premium alternative to flatpack options, delivering superior construction, a refined finish and long-term reliability. In older properties, they offer significant practical advantages where walls and floors are rarely perfect. With units arriving ready to install, it helps projects stay on schedule while maintaining a high-quality finish.”
“We have seen an increased demand for expertly manufactured fully assembled kitchens that can help elevate existing homes into spaces that better reflect how people live. When homeowners have a huge choice of door styles, colours, storage options, sinks, taps, internal fixtures and more, homeowners don’t have to compromise on aesthetics and the appeal of adding a new kitchen overtakes the desire to move. Our kitchens are designed to make the whole renovation process much simpler, while providing the quality and craftsmanship homeowners expect from a long-term investment.”
