Rebuilding the Future: How Via Equip Transforms Gas Commercial Kitchens into Electric Kitchens in UK Listed Buildings

Preserving Heritage, Powering the Future

Designing or upgrading a commercial kitchen in a listed building is a delicate balance between heritage preservation and modern innovation. At Via Equip, we specialise in transforming traditional gas-powered kitchens into fully electric, sustainable systems — all while ensuring full compliance with UK building regulations and protecting the integrity of historic architecture.

Why the Shift from Gas to Electric Kitchens?

The move toward electric kitchens isn’t just a trend — it’s the future of professional cooking.

✅ Environmental Responsibility – Reducing carbon emissions and energy waste.

✅ Efficiency & Control – Electric induction systems provide precise temperature control and faster heating.

✅ Safety & Compliance – Lower fire risks and better ventilation performance.

✅ Future-Proofing – Meeting upcoming sustainability and building control standards.

Via Equip’s Expertise in Listed Properties

Working within a listed or heritage-protected building requires deep technical knowledge. Every design must respect structural limitations while meeting ventilation, power, and safety regulations.

Our team of engineers and designers carefully assess:

• Existing power capacity and M&E drawings

• Airflow limitations and ductwork routing

• Fire suppression and extraction requirements

• Noise and vibration impact for historic structures

With these insights, we create a custom 3D kitchen design that brings electric innovation to heritage properties — without compromise.

Smart Technology, Tailored Design

Via Equip partners with ACK Manufacturing and other leading brands to supply custom induction wok cookers, electric stock pot cookers, and compact built-in equipment designed for energy efficiency and small spaces.

Our electric kitchens integrate:

• Induction technology for instant heat and low energy loss

• Advanced ventilation systems compliant with fire safety standards

• Bespoke stainless-steel fabrication for seamless installation

Case Study: London’s Heritage Kitchen Transformation

Recently, Via Equip successfully redesigned an all-electric kitchen inside a listed building in Central London. The project required detailed coordination between architects, landlords, and local building control.

By designing an entirely new ventilation and induction cooking system, we achieved:

✅ Zero structural disruption

✅ Maximum energy efficiency

✅ Compliance with heritage and safety standards

This project demonstrates Via Equip’s ability to blend old-world charm with next-generation engineering.

Powering the Future of Heritage Kitchens

At Via Equip, we believe that sustainability and heritage can coexist beautifully.Every project we design is a step toward a cleaner, smarter, and safer hospitality industry — one electric kitchen at a time.

Ready to modernise your restaurant kitchen?📞 Contact Via Equip today to discuss your gas-to-electric kitchen transformation — designed with precision, built for performance.