How to Plan Your Kitchen Remodel to Make Sure It’s Serving You

The kitchen is the heart of the house. It’s where all the prepping, eating, and gathering happens, forming the backbone of the family. But over time, your kitchen may no longer serve you. Perhaps your family has grown and the kitchen is cramped, or maybe it never had the ideal layout to begin with. The key to a happy kitchen is functionality and flow, but if you feel more stress than joy, it’s time for a kitchen remodel.

Here are some tips to make sure it serves you well – now and well into the future.

Decide on a Layout

The kitchen layout you choose should be practical, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing to complement your everyday needs. Here are some options to consider:

• L-shaped: This is an efficient option that gives you more workspace. You can add a peninsula to this layout to add even more space, which will help to divide the room into two distinct zones without having to make major structural changes.
• U-shaped: This gives you a large open area, ideal for spacious kitchens. You get plenty of room to fit all your appliances and cabinets, as well as space to move around freely.
• Galley-style: This option gives you maximum storage potential with an island that doubles as a food prep station, storage area, and breakfast bar. These are common in high rises and small condos.

The shape of your kitchen will be dependent on the amount of wall space you have. If you have a lot of space, go with a square layout, which offers maximum visibility from all angles. If you’re tight on space, try long linear cabinets with islands to give you enough workspace without feeling cramped.

Open concept kitchens are popular right now, and for good reason. Not only does it help with the flow and design of the home, it offers much more room to prepare and eat food as well as entertain guests.

Consider Cabinetry Type

You have a lot of options at your disposal when it comes to kitchen cabinets, such as:

• Modern or traditional style
• Material
• Finish
• Paint color
• Hardware style
• Flat or recessed

Check out these tips for selecting the right cabinet type: 

• Acrylic paneled doors in one uniform color is the best choice for contemporarykitchens with clean lines.
• Painted wood doors with detailed moldings and carvings are best for a traditionalkitchen.
• Flat panel cabinets with doors set flush against the face of cabinet frame are best for homeowners who wish to save on installation time and money.
• Recessed cabinets that are set into walls rather than protrude from them provide your kitchen with more space and depth than wall-mounted or stand-alone cabinetry.

Choose Cabinet Door Style and Color

Now that you know the kind of cabinets you want, it’s time to think about style and color. Here are the most common options to choose from:

• Shaker-style: This is the most popular and timeless kitchen cabinet style, featuring a square frame with a center flat panel. This design works equally well in farmhouse, modern or traditional kitchens.
• Flat-door: Best for modern-style kitchens, these feature clean, straight lines for a streamlined look.
• Raised-door: These are best for traditional kitchens due to their elegant molding, plus they match with virtually any color or design theme.

Contact us today for a free quote and consultation on your kitchen remodel, including cabinets. We can transform your kitchen into an oasis that flows well and makes all your gatherings special.