Some kitchens are made for cooking. Others are made for gathering. But the very best kitchens – the ones homeowners remember, and guests can’t stop talking about – are designed for both.
If you love hosting friends, family, or even big celebrations, an extension could give you the entertainer’s kitchen you’ve always dreamed of. At Reltic Extend, we’ve helped countless homeowners across London and Surrey create kitchens that combine practicality, style, and a perfect atmosphere for entertaining.
Why Extensions Make the Best Kitchens
Unlike simply renovating an existing kitchen, an extension allows you to:
Expand your layout for dining and socialising,
Add natural light with skylights or glass doors,
Connect directly with your garden,
Integrate storage and appliances without compromising space.
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The Open-Plan Advantage
When hosting, you don’t want to feel cut off from your guests while you’re cooking. That’s why open-plan layouts are a game changer.
A Rear Extension opens your kitchen into a spacious dining and social zone.
A Wraparound Extension combines kitchen, dining, and living into one flowing space.
A Side Extension can transform narrow kitchens into open-plan hubs.
Guests can chat, children can play, and you can prepare food without missing out on the fun.
The Role of Natural Light
Light transforms a kitchen from functional to unforgettable. For entertainers, it’s essential:
Skylights brighten preparation zones,
Bi-fold doors connect guests with the garden,
Roof lanterns create a wow-factor focal point.
Our Design Build Process ensures light is built into your design, not left as an afterthought.
Key Features of an Entertainer’s Kitchen
An entertainer’s kitchen isn’t just about space – it’s about details. Here’s what to include:
Central island – a social hub for food prep, drinks, and conversation.
Integrated dining area – so guests can flow naturally between spaces.
Seamless storage – to keep clutter out of sight.
Premium appliances – built for cooking for a crowd.
Direct garden access – for summer parties and BBQs.
These features are especially popular in South London and Surrey, where family hosting is central to home life.
Outdoor Entertaining – Extending Beyond the Walls
One of the best parts of an entertainer’s kitchen is how it connects to the garden. A well-designed Kitchen Extension can blur the boundaries between indoors and outdoors.
Imagine:
Summer evenings with bi-folds open to the garden,
A BBQ area directly accessible from your kitchen,
Lighting and heating that make entertaining comfortable all year.
Balancing Style and Practicality
Entertaining kitchens should look stunning, but they also need to perform. Smart investments include:
Durable worktops that handle wear and tear,
Easy-clean flooring,
Energy-efficient appliances,
Flexible seating for casual and formal occasions.
With Reltic Extend, every design balances beauty with practicality – so you’ll love your kitchen today and for years to come.
Regional Inspiration Across London & Surrey
North London – side return kitchens maximise narrow spaces for entertaining.
East London – compact glazed extensions add dramatic light to smaller homes.
West London – luxury double storey extensions often feature show-stopping kitchens.
Surrey – large wraparound kitchens with open-plan dining are especially popular.
Mistakes to Avoid When Designing for Entertaining
Choosing style over function (beautiful but impractical layouts),
Forgetting storage,
Underestimating seating needs,
Ignoring how guests will move between spaces.
Our How We Work approach ensures every detail is thought through before construction begins.
Final Thoughts
The best kitchens don’t just serve meals – they serve memories. An extension gives you the space, light, and layout to create the ultimate entertainer’s kitchen, perfect for gatherings big or small.
Why choose Reltic Extend?
By offering a complete service, we give you:
peace of mind – everything handled by one trusted team,
control – clear budgets and timelines,
value – a home extension designed to increase your property’s worth,
support – guidance at every step, from planning to handover.
Meet the people who make it happen on our Who We Are page.
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