IKEA Kitchen Design Expert for Custom Cabinetry

I am looking for an experienced kitchen designer with strong knowledge of IKEA kitchen systems and custom cabinetry. I have an existing kitchen with a fixed countertop and refrigerator opening where standard IKEA cabinet dimensions do not fit perfectly. Rather than forcing an IKEA-only solution, I would like you to recommend the most practical, functional and visually appealing design. Your objective is to maximise storage, usability and aesthetics while keeping the solution as cost-effective as possible. Please assess the space and recommend the best approach, whether that involves: - Standard IKEA cabinets with filler panels. - A combination of IKEA cabinets and custom-built cabinetry. - Modified IKEA cabinets where appropriate. - Any other solution you believe provides a better overall result. I am open to your professional recommendations and do not want to be limited to a particular approach if a better solution exists. Scope of Work I will provide: - Existing dimensions. - Photos of the space. - Countertop dimensions. - Refrigerator dimensions. - Location of walls, windows and doors. - Any additional measurements required. Based on this information, please design the most efficient layout and recommend the best cabinet configuration. Project Constraints - This is a rented property, so the design should be as non-invasive as reasonably possible. - The existing built-in cabinetry and countertop cannot be modified or removed. - New cabinetry should work within the existing space and minimise permanent alterations wherever practical. - Limited wall fixings are acceptable where necessary for safety, but the design should avoid unnecessary drilling or structural modifications. Deliverables - Optimised cabinet layout. - 3D visualisation or SketchUp model. - Recommended cabinet configuration, including the reasoning behind your proposed solution. - IKEA shopping list (where applicable). - Fully dimensioned drawings for all custom cabinetry, filler panels, end panels, plinths, trims or modifications required. - Clear fabrication drawings suitable for a local carpenter or joinery workshop. - Installation recommendations and assembly sequence where appropriate. - Customisation Requirements Where custom work is required, please provide clear, fully dimensioned drawings showing: - Overall dimensions. - Material thicknesses. - Panel sizes. - Cabinet modifications (if any). - Filler panel dimensions. - End panel details. - Toe-kick/plinth details. - Door and drawer clearances. - Any recommended hardware or fixings. - Any special installation notes. The drawings should be sufficiently detailed for a competent carpenter or joinery workshop to fabricate the custom components without needing to interpret the design. Preferred Experience Please include examples of previous projects involving: - IKEA kitchens. - Custom cabinetry or joinery. - Kitchen renovations. - Challenging or irregular spaces. Please also let me know: - Your estimated timeline to complete the project. - How many design revisions are included. - Any information you require from me before starting. I am looking for someone with practical experience designing kitchens that can be built and installed successfully. I value quality, attention to detail and clear communication. My goal is to receive a practical, buildable solution that maximises the space and can be fabricated and installed with confidence by a local carpenter or joinery workshop.