Husband-and- wife team open new barnstaple kitchen showroom

A husband-and-wife team of Nick and Sue Hughes from Bideford have proudly opened a new German kitchen showroom in Barnstaple this week.

Kutchenhaus Barnstaple is a 1,722 sq. ft showroom space, situated at Green Lanes shopping centre, which offers the latest in German engineered kitchens, plus forward-thinking appliances from brands such as AEG, Smeg, Bora, Caple, Quooker, and more.

Owner, Nick, is a skilled kitchen industry professional with more than 40 years’ experience across building and kitchen design. Following the conclusion of his previous role due to the closure of Homebase Barnstaple in 2025, Nick decided it was the right moment to start a new, exciting venture doing what he loved.

Utilising his years of knowledge and existing relationships with German suppliers, Nick planned his Kutchenhaus franchise business, and today it is open to the public for the first time.  

Joining him for this journey is wife, Sue, who will be involved in the running of the business behind the scenes, plus welcoming clients. Together the pair will bring a personal, family feel to everything they do at the new showroom. 

Nick Hughes commented: “We want to ensure there’s a local feeling to Kutchenhaus Barnstaple, and that is a priority of ours. We’re employing local people, and our promise is that we will be a unique and honest business which offers exceptional service and products.

“Buying a kitchen is a considered, personal experience, and we believe what we’ll be able to offer is second to none in the area. Not only are we using the latest technology when it comes to design and 3D renders, but we’ll also work hand in hand alongside our customers to inspire and create spaces that they’re proud of.”

Kutchenhaus is the UK’s fastest-growing kitchen franchise business with over 85 showrooms across the UK. Known for creating affordable German kitchens which are beautifully designed and skilfully engineered, the brand delivers an exceptional experience for its customers and is rated ‘excellent’ on Trustpilot.

Nick continued: “Our showroom will include a number of complete kitchens with appliances, making it easy to visualise in the home. We’ve also opted for a living concept – which means kitchen, breakfast room, dining room and living room can all be seen through open-plan visualisation.

“Where I personally take most pride in my work is meeting people and taking them on the journey; giving them what they ask for and also showing them something they may not have considered but turn out to love.

“Ultimately, every morning that our customers open their kitchen door they should have a little smile. They should know they made the right choice, and that they received both a service and a product which they’re delighted with each and every day.”  

For more information and to speak with the team, please call 01271 637235 or email showroom@barnstaple.kutchenhaus.co.uk.