Essential Considerations for a Custom Kitchen Remodel
If you are thinking about remodeling your kitchen, you know it is a BIG deal. There are several things to consider and plan out. Most homeowners know that they need to think about what layout will work best; what design style they love; and, what they might want regarding appliances and fixtures. However, there may be questions that the average homeowner may not know to ask. Questions that experienced remodelers will address to make sure that every client gets the new kitchen that suits their tastes and needs. Here are five questions that you may not have thought to ask about your kitchen remodel.
- How Do You Use Your Kitchen?
This is probably the most important question to ask yourself when remodeling any space in your home, but especially when redesigning a kitchen – it is such a functional space. Think about how you like to cook. Do you enjoy flipping through cookbooks and Pinterest recipes to find the perfect meal for the evening, or is your best friend the microwave? This may determine whether you need a high-end range, or a super fancy microwave. Do you have all kinds of pots, pans, and gadgets that need proper storage? Are you the only cook in the kitchen, or is there someone else in your life who may need a separate workspace? The list goes on, but the goal should be to pinpoint how you want to utilize your space and customize it to your specific lifestyle.
- Do You Entertain?
Do you have a constant stream of people through your home daily, or do you just like prepping a meal for yourself? Answering this question will help you to prepare for the amount of seating you may need; the number of dishes and cutlery that you need to have on hand; and, the size of your appliances. Will you need an open layout with lots of room and sightlines or a smaller, more intimate layout that is equally beautiful but takes up less square footage? Make your kitchen fit your personality.
- What Hobbies Do You Have?
Are you a baker? If so, you might need a special spot for that fancy mixer of yours, or possibly a large worktop for rolling out dough. Do you have a specific style of food that you like to prepare? You may need a space for your homemade pastas and sauces; your special ingredients and spices; or even a nice hood vent to clear the air!
- What Safety Issues Need to be Addressed?
Kitchens can be particularly hazardous to certain members of the family. Consider who you have living in your home, and what customizations might make daily life safer and easier for everyone. Do you have small children that may benefit from having rounded corners and edges on countertops? Are there elderly individuals in the home who may need extra space to smoothly transition through the kitchen? Does your family need high contrast hardware for individuals with vision impairments? Think about what safety concerns are specific to your household and share them with your contractor right away before any planning begins.
- What’s in Your Dream Kitchen?
Between custom cabinetry and high tech/energy efficient appliances, you can pretty much find anything you could possibly want for your kitchen. Are there any features that you envision in your dream kitchen? Some examples might include, soft close drawers and cabinets, a built-in drawer for your dog’s food and water bowls, pull out spice racks, a wine fridge, a coffee bar, a tablet that’s integrated into your refrigerator, or maybe a tech savvy, water saving faucet. If you dream it, they can include it!
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