Creating Your Dream Kitchen: Essential Tips for Planning a Successful Renovation Project
It’s relatively easy to turn a kitchen into one of the most beloved rooms in the house with a little planning.
It’s relatively easy to turn a kitchen into one of the most beloved rooms in the house with a little planning. Better still, many homeowners find such challenges fun to take on.
Here are a few ideas for how to tackle a successful renovation project:
Dream big, plan real
Figure out the kitchen’s vibe and style. It could be a cozy spot for morning coffee, a chat, or something more sleek and industrial-looking. Have a style in mind and plan around it.
Make a budget
While it’s easy to dream big, especially with a specific style in mind, budgeting must be realistic. Set aside a budget and plan which elements deserve more investment than others. Also, unwelcome surprises are common in all building projects. For that reason, keep a little extra aside, just in case.
Measure carefully
Homeowners might find the best-looking kitchen counter or appliance that matches the desired style perfectly. But if it won’t fit the desired space, it’s all for nothing. Measure everything carefully to avoid any frustrating headaches later down the line.
Appliance matching
Pick appliances that fit the cooking style and the remodeled kitchen’s aesthetics. Using energy-saving devices that protect the environment from excess resource waste is also worth it.
Think about the flow
The remodeled kitchen layout should make cooking less of a chore. Make sure everything has its right place and maximize the available space.
Light it right
Different lights set the mood and make the kitchen more conducive to cooking delicious feasts. Dining lights can be softer and more moody, but work lights should be bright and clear. Also, go for lights with high color accuracy so the food looks tasty and colorful.
Clever storage
When remodeling, get clever with storage. Hidden drawers, corner shelves, and hanging pots make the kitchen look tidier and more functional.
Pick strong, stylish materials
Looks matter, but they should also stand the test of time. Pick materials that can take a beating but still look great. For example, quartz and ceramic are both tough and trendy.
Personal touch
A personal touch never hurts. Add a colorful backsplash or vintage light fixtures to give a bit of character to a kitchen, even a sleek and modern one.
When to call in the pros
Some kitchen remodel jobs are easy to DIY, but others are better left to the experts. A good contractor can make kitchen dreams come true, all while doing everything correctly and up to standard. It is best to share your ideas with a contractor and let them handle the stressful and complex parts of the remodel.
Shewmake Home Solutions, LLC is a residential kitchen and bathroom remodeling expert in the Camino, CA, area, offering renovation and complete remodels.
