Neptune has created a practical yet beautiful new studio kitchen for one of the biggest names in the wellness world, Ella Mills, founder of Deliciously Ella.
The previous design of her kitchen had been a long, industrial-style studio space which, despite large light-flooded windows, had a lacklustre atmosphere and required a re-think.
Working closely with Ella, Neptune’s Kitchen Design Team had a clear vision to divide the room into two distinct sections, creating one kitchen for shooting and one for preparation, with different cabinetry to clearly define each area. This enabled Ella to maximise the space available and manage different projects simultaneously.
Ella’s new Henley kitchen cabinetry painted in Neptune’s Cactus eggshell paint
Taking centre stage, the shoot kitchen is situated next to the large windows to obtain the most light. Ella was instantly drawn to the heritage feel of Neptune’s Henley kitchen; its elegant and classic design reflects her personal style and means it will stand the test of time.
Painted in Neptune’s Cactus eggshell paint, the deep relaxing green has a minty coolness to it, echoing the Deliciously Ella brand colours without being too overpowering.
The structure of the kitchen design required enough space for the cameras to shoot, while taking the flow and existing appliances into account. To avoid overly tight corners, Neptune’s standard measurements were adjusted between the island and wall to increase space for camera equipment.
High on Ella’s wishlist was a double door larder, and while the Henley collection doesn’t traditionally offer one, Neptune crafted an integrated double cupboard to echo the same effect. Built-in plug sockets mean appliances can be used straightaway without having to be taken out, and hidden behind doors when not in use. The result is a beautiful piece of cabinetry full of storage which is ‘transformational’, says Ella.
Neptune’s Henley Kitchen (left) in Ella’s shoot kitchen, while the Suffolk kithcn is in the prep space (right) A bi-fold double door larder
While the shoot kitchen naturally draws the eye, the prep kitchen needed to work just as hard. “It is a space we use a lot,” says Ella, “sometimes we might shoot eleven or twelve recipes in a day, so the layout needed to be really functional.” In the prep kitchen space, Ella chose Neptune’s Suffolk kitchen for its clean lines and understated simplicity with recessed door and drawer panels. Neptune’s design includes plenty of cupboards and drawers, and an L-shaped countertop for prepping tasks. Through clever storage and maximising countertops, the kitchen has a much larger and practical feel to it.
Ella at work in the new Henley shoot kitchen
With the finished redesign and functionality of her new studio space, Ella can easily film her content, as well as regularly host customers and important partners.
Ella Mills said: “Neptune’s design team has created the perfect space for us, and the feedback from everyone who walks through the door has been amazing. We’ve already started shooting in the new space and the layout is completely night and day to anything we’ve had before. The amount of work surface and storage space Neptune’s design team has created really reinforces my belief in the tidy space, tidy mind mantra, as the new set-up makes work so much easier. It’s such a pleasure to work in our new kitchens.”
Fred Horlock, Design Director, Neptune, said: “A well-designed kitchen should balance function and style, and dividing this studio into two distinct areas has given Ella much more flexibility and functionality. The thoughtful details help the kitchen work for Ella and her team, whether it’s the bespoke larder, easy-access drawers, clever layouts to maximise the layout, or the hard-wearing worktop.”