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“The Art of Living Well: Charles Yorke Joins GKC to Transform Home Design in the U.S.” — Exclusive with Marco Derhy

“The Art of Living Well: Charles Yorke Joins GKC to Transform Home Design in the U.S.” — Exclusive with Marco Derhy


Continuing our exclusive series featuring visionary leaders in luxury home design, we’re thrilled to welcome back Mayan Metzler, the dynamic force behind the German Kitchen Center. This time, we dive into an exciting partnership with Charles Yorke.


Mayan, it’s a pleasure to have you back! Charles Yorke is a remarkable addition to GKC’s portfolio. What drew you to this partnership? Was it their legacy, craftsmanship, or something else that stood out?

I’ve consistently recognized the need for a bespoke English furniture brand in our portfolio. Partnering with Charles Yorke, the leader in the category, is truly an honor. They enable us to cater to styles like traditional and colonial New England cabinetry — complete with intricate moldings, stains, and inset doors that many Americans adore. Charles Yorke’s fully custom approach, embracing their ‘you dream it, we build it’ philosophy, fits perfectly with GKC’s mission. Their ability to deliver even the most minor details, like embedding custom logos into drawer sides, ensures we can offer our clients a seamless, comprehensive solution for their homes.

Bespoke English furniture has a unique charm. How does Charles Yorke’s approach resonate with GKC’s clients?

Clients love it because it combines the best of both worlds: the finest, meticulously crafted furniture with the latest European innovations. As Charles Yorke’s exclusive U.S. partner, we’re proud to offer superior quality and distinctive European details made by master artisans in England. Unlike some well-known English brands manufactured in the U.S., Charles Yorke stands out for its authenticity and craftsmanship, all while maintaining competitive pricing.

Charles Yorke with GKC to Transform Home Design in the U.S.Custom cabinets with built-in seating

You’re working on a showcase apartment with Charles Yorke in Denver’s Four Seasons. What can we expect from this project? Are there any standout design elements?

This project is a testament to the idea that anything is possible with Charles Yorke. For instance, our client incorporated her signature design — a single red drawer in the middle of an all-white kitchen. It’s a stunning focal point that could become a significant design trend! This showcase extends beyond the kitchen, with Charles Yorke furnishing every space, from bedrooms to bathrooms and living areas. It truly reflects their ability to turn any vision into reality.

Charles Yorke with GKC to Transform Home Design in the U.S. Mix finishes effortlessly with Charles Yorke’s craftsmanship.

How does Charles Yorke’s range of whole-home solutions expand GKC’s ability to deliver comprehensive designs?

Charles Yorke enables us to fulfill every design dream our clients and their designers envision. Offering solutions for every room, including custom millwork and furniture, allows us to provide an actual one-stop-shop experience. And the quality? It always impresses me. This partnership elevates our ability to deliver cohesive, stunning projects from start to finish.

English craftsmanship often blends tradition with innovation. How does Charles Yorke balance these two in its furniture?

Charles Yorke strikes a unique balance by blending American-style solidity with European sophistication. For example, their cabinetry features options like plywood or solid wood boxes for durability while incorporating European design elements like toe kicks, advanced hardware, and integrated lighting. These thoughtful details awe homeowners and professionals—there’s nothing like it in the U.S.

Charles Yorke with GKC to Transform Home Design in the U.S.Unlimited styles and heights, with high quality

As Charles Yorke’s exclusive partner in the U.S., what opportunities does this offer GKC and its clients?

This partnership truly opens up everything. It allows us to cater to homeowners building or remodeling their dream homes, offering the finest cabinetry, millwork, and furniture with unmatched attention to detail. We can deliver luxury with Charles Yorke while maintaining reasonable pricing, positioning GKC as the market leader in kitchens and comprehensive home projects.

How has GKC’s collaboration with leading European manufacturers and its nationwide showroom network positioned it as a market leader in the U.S.?

GKC has established itself as the market leader in European kitchens in the U.S. We have been very fortunate to partner with the leading manufacturers in every product category:

  • Leicht — The # 1 premium German kitchen brand
  • Team7 — The World leader in solid wood furniture and kitchens
  • Charles Yorke — The World leader in bespoke English furniture out of England

The GKC methodology, technology, and team of trained professionals allow us to minimize errors and ensure the successful completion of all projects.
These days, we are very excited to announce our partnership with Terra Lux, the world leader in advanced digital technologies. Currently, we are developing the Kitchen Companion.
The new way to manage your kitchen and the most advanced digital/ physical showroom visit with AR experience make your visit to a GKC showroom a truly remarkable experience.
GKC’s showroom locations span nationwide, and due to our process, we are providing everything online, not related to the showrooms, so that we can accommodate our clients worldwide!

Charles Yorke and GKC to Transform Home Design in the U.S. a Modern design with timeless wood interiors

What excites you most about the future of GKC’s collaboration with Charles Yorke? Are there any upcoming projects or innovations we should watch for?

We’re incredibly excited to complete the Denver Four Seasons project — a stunning showcase of Charles Yorke’s craftsmanship. We hope to document the results and potentially use the space for future showcases. Charles Yorke fills a crucial gap for projects where other partners can’t deliver specific furniture needs. This collaboration will continue to redefine what’s possible for luxury home design.


Mayan Metzler, founder and CEO of the German Kitchen Center (GKC)

Finally, how can our readers stay updated on this partnership and future developments at GKC?

For anyone interested in staying connected or learning more, we invite you to visit our website and Facebook to explore our latest collections, view stunning designs, and download our catalogs.germankitchencenter.com. We’ll also launch a dedicated U.S. site, charlesyorkeusa.com, to share updates, projects, and more. If you’d like to discuss your kitchen project directly, please get in touch with us at mayan@GermanKitchenCenter.com or my cell at (347) 992–0410.

Marco Derhy

❖ Marco is the CEO of Derhy Enterprises, a boutique advisory firm. Derhy Enterprises aids with the management and growth of businesses, particularly for public figures. ❖ Marco is known as an Entrepreneur at heart, building a Los Angeles-based private-label fashion company (in his early 20’s, shortly after his Military Service) into a dominant industry force with numerous employees and $50M+ annual sales. This success fueled his launch and investments into multiple Sectors, including Film production, Charity gala events, Humanitarian aid, Real Estate, Health Tech, Creating content, True stories, Articles, Book Series, and worldwide profiling, inspiring people. ❖ A “Positive” Influencer. Marco has over 19 years of experience in the publishing sector. He has created ample unique series highlighting the empowering lessons learned from the experiences of high-profile entrepreneurs. ❖ Marco has worked with legends like Nelson Mandela, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mark Wahlberg, Carlos Slim Jr., The Jackson Family, Mr. Sumner Redstone, chairman of Viacom, and Robert Evans," The Godfather, "to name a few. ❖ Marco is Known as a Philanthropist who produced quite a few lucrative fundraising charity events. Working with Dr. Juan Montero II MD for medical supplies for children, including the champ Manny Pacquiao, UNICEF—established a partnership with the Jackson Family Foundation. He produced a 2-Day mega-event - 1st Day was a Black-Tie @ a Beverly Hills Mansion, and the next day was @ the famous “Neverland,” at Michael Jackson's home, with~2,000 global VIP guests. Marco also Produced Michael Jackson's (RIP) First Black-Tie Annual Memorial event at the Beverly Hilton Hotel with ~1K Special global Guests, along with the Jackson family. He also produced a series of charity events during the Cannes film festivals. ❖ At CityGala, Marco produced their best and most significant Black-Tie Gala event at the Beverly Hills Vineyard. He also helped raise funds to support A-listers Celeb foundations, The Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP), LA Youth, Health & Medicine, Domestic Violence support programs, and U.S. Veterans, to name a few. ❖ Marco is the Bestselling Author and helped coach, create and inspire a mini-movement among writers, with scores of writers worldwide profiling inspiring people to share their positive, empowering, and actionable, inspiring true stories on prominent Platforms. ❖ A Contributor to Arianna Huffington’s, Medium, Buzzfeed, and Thrive Global, to name a few. ❖ Marco is producing TV Series programs, Documentaries, and Feature Films. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0220357/ ❖ Marco published his best-selling series #1 Book "Heroes of The Opioid Crisis,” and working on new book series. When Not working, he’s enjoying; Family, Friends, Philanthropy (Giving back to the less fortunate), Martial arts, Swimming, Tennis, Meditation, "Torah study," Nature, Hiking, and Tennis...... Praying for global peace, Health, Prosperity, love, and Happiness for our global society. “While on earth", Do Good & Be Good®️ (as we're all passengers) M.D.

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