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Contents

about

our kitchens

kitchen collection

creating your kitchen

kitchen design process

what does it cost?

other rooms

home design process

find us

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neptune by sims hilditCh

Neptune by Sims Hilditch specialises in making kitchen and home design more accessible by using the Neptune product collection.

about neptune by sims hilditCh

The story of Neptune by Sims Hilditch is about two companies that have

put their heads together to create an exciting new venture offering

outstanding value.

In 1996, Giles Redman and John Sims Hilditch founded Neptune with the

mission to create a collection of quality furniture for the home and garden.

Around the same time Emma Sims Hilditch – John’s wife – embarked on

a path which led her to set up Sims Hilditch; a Cotswold-based interior

design studio, which creates bespoke interiors for luxury residential and

commercial properties.

Over the years both companies have grown to be leaders in their respective

fields, with John and Giles naturally drawing on Emma’s design expertise to

develop the fabulous Neptune look.

When Emma realised there was a growing demand to make both kitchen

and interior design more accessible to a wider market, it made perfect

sense to partner with Neptune.

Thus Neptune by Sims Hilditch was founded: a new and exciting entity

consisting of a handpicked team of first-rate kitchen and home designers

who specialise in integrating Neptune product into the home.

Neptune by Sims Hilditch is a marriage of design and craftsmanship

creating spaces that genuinely enhance quality of life.

Pictured left: Our studio at the White Hart has a wonderful Limehouse kitchen where all the team gather for lunch.

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Why We love neptune

We love that Neptune does not compromise on the product in any way:

every visible or invisible design feature is a point of great pride. The quality

of engineering is a result of nearly 20 years spent mastering the processes

involved to create furniture of a superior standard.

Neptune takes great care to design furniture that is not only functional and

beautiful, but also a pleasure to use. The emphasis is on traditional styles

with a contemporary twist and innovation enhanced by the delicate touch

of a skilled craftsman. Only the finest grade of materials are ever used –

MDF is never an option!

Neptune cabinets offer much more than just a pretty face. Open a cabinet

door and you will see impeccable attention to detail is paid to every inch.

Each cabinet is crafted carefully by hand using traditional mortise and

tenon joints and physically locked with a dowel. The drawers consist of

dovetail jointing and can carry a massive 30kgs.

The focus on durability is one of the cornerstones of Neptune design.

During the early days of testing, the design team were so confident in

the strength of their joinery that they decided to throw a cabinet out a

first floor window to test its strength – three times. They didn’t break!

It sounds a bit rock-star, and clearly not something we’d recommend

when your cabinets arrive, but it proved that the quality of materials and

craftsmanship were paramount.

Lastly, the Neptune collection offers an incredible range of choice. With a

carefully considered palette of paint colours, finishes, sizes, handles and

hinges to choose from, you can tailor Neptune’s elegant and authentic

furniture to your home. Combine this with the hidden extras such as soft-

close drawer runners and you have beautiful, clever pieces for your home

that will last a lifetime.

Pictured left: A pair of Neptune William armchairs adds a contemporary flourish to this symmetrical scheme.

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What We offer

Our team of kitchen and home designers have been selected for their

excellent design skills as well as their depth and breadth of knowledge

about the Neptune product collection. So whether you would like to

update a room with a few key pieces or whether you have a larger project

in mind, our team would love to help.

professional kitchen design

Our team specialise in designing beautiful and functional kitchens for homes

of all sizes. We’ll help you choose the perfect kitchen for your lifestyle

and requirements by planning the space for maximum functionality and

style. To help you visualise your kitchen, we prepare technical drawings,

floor plans and 3D renders. Where standard cabinetry sizes won’t do the

trick, our skilled designers can create bespoke solutions for those awkward

nooks and crannies. We’ll also source appliances and oversee the delivery

and installation to ensure your kitchen is perfectly fitted.

home design using neptune product

Whether you are starting from scratch with your home or would like

some help selecting items to blend in with what you already have, our

experienced team are on hand to make the design process simple and

enjoyable. From selecting the perfect furniture and accessories to planning

the installation, we make sure everything runs smoothly to achieve a truly

professional result.

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Pictured left: Inspired by early French designs, the Neptune Eva sofa with drop arm detail creates a sophisticated profile.

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our kitChens

The following projects illustrate how our kitchens are brought to life with every detail designed to uniquely respond to our clients’ lifestyles.

andover hall

For our clients at Andover Hall, the brief hinged around one important

point: they longed for a real heart of the home – the kind of place that

would be the ultimate hub of family interaction and entertainment.

To achieve this, our design team focused on creating an open-plan kitchen-

dining area by combining a traditional Chichester kitchen with Harrogate

dining table and chairs. A pared-back colour scheme makes the most of the

natural light, while the generous proportions of the room are accentuated

by wide oak floorboards and a timber ceiling. The result is a spacious yet

intimate focal point for family life.

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Pictured right: The Chichester kitchen collection features traditional cabinet beading and open skirting.

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Chichester cabinetry painted in Driftwood with a double Belfast sink and taps by Perrin & Rowe.

somerset Converted breWery

Inspiration comes in many guises. For our clients who had just bought

an old brewery, the catalyst for their kitchen design was a much-loved

artwork, which set the tone for an airy, light-filled space.

The challenge in achieving this vision was integrating the existing brewery

space with a new dining room extension. Classic Chichester cabinetry

gives a nod to the building’s heritage while the contemporary open-

plan configuration is seamlessly integrated with a soft colour palette and

natural stone flooring throughout.

Pictured left: Having both an integrated gas hob and an Aga allows keen cooks free rein in the kitchen.

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Chichester cabinetry painted in Silver Birch with Carrara honed marble and cherry worktops.

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Full height Chichester cabinetry painted in Silver Birch with walls in Grey Oak.

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Chichester sink cabinet with overmounted Franke ceramic sink and integrated chopping board.

Wiltshire manor kitChen

For many of our clients, it is imperative that fitted furniture responds to

authentic architectural details. This was certainly the case for the new

owners of this Grade II listed property dating back to the 13th century.

The house was something of an historical jigsaw puzzle with Norman and

Georgian architecture pieced together with wooden beams, stone walls,

ancient flagstone floors, large fireplaces and detailed wooden panelling.

The brief was to create a modern kitchen and eating environment but

retain the original features. To achieve this, we reconfigured the layout

of the ground floor and transformed the old drawing room into a large

open-plan kitchen-dining room. With quirks, nooks and crannies galore,

our team designed bespoke fitted cabinets to ensure the kitchen made the

most of the available space.

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Pictured right: A bespoke cabinetry solution becomes a window seat with storage to boot.

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Suffolk cabinetry painted in Driftwood with Indian black bush hammered granite worktops.

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Bespoke Suffolk cabinetry f itted to original stone fireplace surround.

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Island with full stave oak worktop and undermounted Franke ceramic sink.

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Adjoining utility room with Chichester cabinetry painted in Alpine and double Belfast sink.

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Chilterns family kitChen

Isn’t it wonderful when you can have the best of both worlds? We think

so, which is why we design kitchens using traditional techniques while also

incorporating the latest appliances.

Nowhere was this approach more apt than for our clients in the Chilterns,

who were seeking a kitchen that would be the ultimate entertainment

hub. We began with a show-stopping Suffolk island and added integrated

appliances, solid oak bar stools and intelligent lighting to an ergonomic

layout that puts every gadget within arm’s reach.

Pictured right: This bespoke Suffolk island is designed to comfortably f it seven bar stools and an integrated wine cooler.

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Bespoke kitchen island with integrated gas hob and full stave oak worktop.

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Full height Suffolk cabinetry painted in Dove Grey with high level ovens and American fridge freezer.

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Suffolk cabinetry painted in Charcoal with integrated chopping boards and trays.

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Adjoining utility room with Suffolk cabinetry painted in Old Chalk.

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our kitChen ColleCtion

Every collection has something unique to offer and can be customised to fit any home – whether classical or contemporary.

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ChiChester

Crafted from birch wood, the Chichester is a sophisticated take on a

classic English style. Its distinctive character comes from the traditional

cabinet beading, elegant cornice and open skirting while the wide range

of freestanding furniture and wall cabinets are all cleverly designed for

contemporary lifestyle requirements. With the option to customise the

hand painted finish to any colour of your choosing and the flexibility to

add any style of handle or hinge, the Chichester is our most versatile and

affordable kitchen.

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suffolk

Drawing on traditional East Anglian carpentry techniques, the Suffolk

kitchen is a nod to the classic Shaker look of pared-back simplicity. Suffolk

kitchens are crafted from a stylish combination of birch for the frames

and carved oak for the shelves. It features low kickboards, generous

proportions, hand painted finishes that are completely customisable and

the widest choice of base cabinet designs. With little extras like velvet

lined cutlery drawers and soft closing doors as standard, it is no wonder

the Suffolk is one of our most popular kitchens.

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henley

Crafted entirely from oak, the Henley is the most luxurious of all. With its

signature curved cabinets and authentic detailing, the Henley seamlessly

marries a traditional look with the latest developments in kitchen design.

Delightful extras include hidden drawers, integral oak towel rails and built-

in chopping blocks and trays. A unique range of antique brass fittings and

fixtures perfectly complements the elegant design to create a beautifully

understated yet welcoming kitchen.

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limehouse

Drawing on the industrial soul of the London docklands, Limehouse is our

latest kitchen. This is a sophisticated, contemporary kitchen featuring

a streamlined style and strong architectural shapes yet one which still

retains traditional values through authentic craftsmanship and use of

natural materials. The hand painted finish contrasts with polished stainless

steel and chalked oak work surfaces while the freestanding cabinets allow

for great versatility of design to suit any space.

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Creatingyour kitChen

We understand the key role a kitchen plays in your lifestyle. This is why we provide a full design service and take care of every last detail.

ConstruCtion & design

handmade cabinets

We believe in traditional craftsmanship and making cabinetry intended

to last. We never compromise on quality which means only the finest

carpentry and joinery techniques as well as the best materials; solid

timber, marble and stone.

detail

Detail is where the design gets personal. We want you to love your kitchen

which is why we are sticklers for detail and work tirelessly to perfect the

finishing touches. From spice drawers to cutlery trays, we make sure that

every inch of the design is tailored to your needs.

paint finishes

Our painted cabinetry is finished in neutral shades, with each collection

having a standard colour. However, if you would like to create your own

look, we can arrange for your kitchen to be hand painted in your choice

of Neptune colour. The Neptune range offers 28 elegant, artisanal colours

designed to work together beautifully.

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finishing touChes

wor ktops

It is your choice of work surface that will add the final flourish to your

kitchen. We design with materials that are beautiful yet durable such as

granite, marble, ceramic and wood. Our design team expertly pair your

choice of cabinetry with a worktop that will suit your budget but also

enhance the look and feel of your kitchen.

appliances

From beautifully built-in appliances to show stopper pieces like range

cookers and American style fridge freezers, our design team can plan your

kitchen to work well with a variety of makes and models. In addition, we

offer a procurement service to source appliances as well as oversee their

delivery and installation as part of the kitchen fitting process.

handles & knobs

We offer a range of handles and knobs in a variety of sizes and finishes to

perfectly complement our kitchens. Our design team are on hand to advise

you how to refine the feel of your kitchen by selecting an appropriate style

of knob or handle. Alternatively, if you have seen something else you like,

we can source these as part of our bespoke service.

sinks & taps

As part of the Neptune collection, we have traditional single and double

bowl glazed ceramic and stainless steel sinks designed to fit beautifully

within the cabinetry. These are complemented by high quality chrome

taps with an elegant swan neck design. Alternatively, our design team can

source designer products or antique pieces as part of our bespoke service.

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the kitChen design proCess

1. first contact

The design process begins as soon you get in touch with us to discuss your project

either by phone or by email. We will then arrange a free consultation at one of our

showrooms to discuss your project in person.

2. free consultation

The free consultation is a great opportunity to get a full understanding of your

project. We will run through the different kitchen styles to explain their unique

advantages as well as show you appliances, worktops, handles and paint swatches

to get the creative juices flowing. We’ll look at any drawings you may have had

done by your architect or work from measurements you provide. We’ll also explain

the installation procedure and provide you with a guideline of budget. Finally, we’ll

use all of this information to draw up a comprehensive briefing document with

everything specified to your exact requirements.

3. creating the design

With the brief finalised, our kitchen designers create your kitchen design, taking into account everything we have learnt about your lifestyle and requirements. The design includes floor plans as well as 3D visualisations and a comprehensive breakdown of cabinetry, worktops, appliances, handles, sinks and taps. There is

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4. finalising the design

We like to meet with you in person to present you with your drawings and talk

through your design. We welcome your feedback at this stage to ensure we’ve got

everything just right.

5. placing the order

Once you are happy with the design and specification of your kitchen and we’ve

received your first stage payment, we’ll place everything on order.

6. installation

Prior to fitting, we visit your property with the installer in order to coordinate

with other professionals and trades involved in your project. Our team of expert

installers will then fit your new kitchen to the highest standards. We project

manage the installation making sure every item arrives on time and is beautifully

fitted to the highest standards.

7. and finally…Once the installation is complete, we’ll meet with you in your new kitchen for a

final run through. We see this as an opportunity to check every detail is exactly as

you wanted and to wish you many happy years of enjoyment.

What does it Cost?

initial consultation The initial consultation is free of charge - we welcome you to get in touch

with our design team about your project.

design fee

There is a fee of £250 for the detailed design, which is deducted from the

total cost of the final order.

appliances Our design team can source appliances from a variety of manufacturers

to suit all budgets provided they are a good match for the cabinetry

specifications.

wor ktops

We are sticklers for quality and use a range of marble, granite, ceramic and

wood worktops to suit all budgets.

hand painting service

All our painted cabinetry is finished in neutral colours with each range

having a standard colour. As well as the standard paint colours we can

arrange for your cabinetry to be painted in any Neptune colour of your

choice for a small additional cost.

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small

Cabinetry: £6,000

Fitting: £2,400

medium

Cabinetry: £13,000

Fitting: £3,500

large

Cabinetry: £20,000

Fitting: £5,000

indicative pr ices

The cost of the cabinetry depends on the size, layout

and style of your kitchen. These illustrations provide

a price indication of small, medium and large kitchens

excluding appliances and worktops.

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other rooms

A collection of elegant furniture for all areas of the home, crafted according to traditional carpentry techniques and brilliant design.

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dining room

Neptune’s stylish and practical collection of dining furniture lends itself

to convivial evenings with friends, intimate dinners for two or simply as a

focal point for family life.

The collection is designed to beautifully adapt, whether the dining area is

in the kitchen, its own room or part of an open-plan living area. Hardwood

frames and solid joints are combined with soft upholstery to create a

range of classic dining tables, chairs, sideboards and wine racks which are

a pleasure to use – and to look at.

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living room

The living space is the hub around which home life revolves. Neptune’s

collection features furniture to fill any space or suit any activity – whether

you’re after a smart place to relax, beautiful storage for books or an

elegant table for coffee.

Meticulously crafted according to high standards of intelligent design,

sophisticated styling and quality materials, every piece is a partnership of

form and function. To complete the look, just add cosy lighting and tactile

soft furnishings for a welcoming space that appeals to all the senses.

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bathroom

Neptune’s Chichester bathroom collection combines natural materials and

a wealth of different cabinets, fittings and fixtures to make each bathroom

completely unique.

The clean, classical style embraces both hand painted and natural oak

finishes and simple yet elegant cabinet designs. From traditional marble to

contemporary oak countertop washstands: there is a variety of styles and

sizes to suit any bathroom.

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bedroom

Neptune’s elegant collection of bedroom furniture is perfect for creating

blissful, restful and luxurious personal spaces.

Choose between the refined Larsson, classic Chichester or more

contemporary upholstered styles, with each collection offering a range of

practical and stylish beds, bedside tables and elegant wardrobes. You can

further personalise each range with your choice of paint finish or your own

fabric upholstery for a totally unique look.

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aCCessories

Accessories are more than just ornaments. They are the layers of colour

and texture that truly transform a room by creating atmosphere and

telling a story.

From statement vases and lamps to welcoming touches like soft throws

and plush cushions; or setting the mood with a shimmering group of

candlesticks: these are the elements that make each space feel fresh,

seasonal and wonderfully inviting.

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garden

Neptune’s garden design inspiration is a nod to outdoor Mediterranean

living, the elegance of New England style and the classical beauty of

English country gardens.

The collection features beautiful all-weather wicker, metal and stone

garden furniture that is escapist in feel but firmly grounded in price.

Authentic materials, original designs and clever construction makes each

piece of furniture unique, beautiful and of the highest quality.

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the home design proCess

1. first contact

Your journey with Neptune by Sims Hilditch begins as soon as you get in touch by

phone or email. A member of our design team will then arrange a free consultation

at one of our showrooms.

2. free consultation

During the free consultation we will discuss your project in more detail. Our

showrooms are the perfect place to do this as we can show you furniture in situ as

well as fabrics and other accessories that will complement your home. We’ll look at

any drawings you may have had done by your architect or work from measurements

you provide. We’ll use all of this information to draw up a comprehensive briefing

document with everything specified to your exact requirements.

3. creating the design

With the brief finalised, we then create your home design proposal. The proposal

includes a spatial plan, which details the proposed layout, and images of furniture,

fabrics and accessories enabling you to gain a complete understanding of how

all the elements work together. There is a fee of £500, which secures our team’s

expertise to create a detailed design for your project.

4. finalising the design

When the design proposal is complete, we meet with you in person to talk it

through. We welcome your feedback at this stage and will incorporate any changes

into your design before ordering.

5. order ing & delivery

Once you are happy with the design, we’ll place everything on order. Your order

will be delivered by the Neptune White Glove service; a specially trained team

who place your items in your desired location inside your home, unpack and

assemble furniture as well as remove all packaging. Alternatively, we can arrange

for our optional installation service.

6. optional installation service

In addition to the Neptune White Glove service, we can arrange for a member of

our team to be at your property on the day of delivery to oversee the installation

and dress your home beautifully ensuring a designer’s touch is applied to every

detail. There is an additional £500 fee for this service.

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neptune by sims hilditch

The White Hart

Cold Ashton

Gloucestershire

SN14 8JR

+44 (0)1249 783 087

www.neptunebysimshilditch.com

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