The kitchen is the gathering place. The kitchen has to be comfortable. Think for a second about your last party and where everybody ended up talking – in 99% it will be – the kitchen. Kitchen remodeling is also a pretty good investment even in this economy and will increase the value of your house significantly if planned and designed well. Your kitchen remodeling design choices are endless. Also think about layout change if you want to open the area and create integrated floor plan flow when planning for your kitchen remodeling.
Stylish extras give your guests the impression they have stepped into a gourmet kitchen, even if you’re not a gourmet chef don’t overlook finishes when creating your kitchen masterpiece. Culinary fixtures and appliances have recently undergone a style makeover to accommodate consumer preference for Old World finishes, such as oil-rubbed bronze, pewter and brushed bronze. Look for new products in these great finishes to complement your decor.
Below is an amazing questionnaire to prepare you for your kitchen design and remodeling project. Happy Kitchen Remodeling & Designing!
10 STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL KITCHEN REMODEL
Find an Inspiration
- Look through magazines to understand the style you are trying to achieve for your kitchen remodel design.
- Attend home shows in order to meet and discuss with people in the field.
- Look at friends and family homes, and compare their kitchen design.
Develop a Budget
- Make sure your kitchen remodel budget meets all needs.
- Make sure you are not over investing into the kitchen remodel.
- Do not overdo the kitchen remodel budget.
Design the Layout
- Find a designer that can create drawings and put your kitchen remodel design vision on paper.
- Be sure to make it functional and the design fits the style and size of kitchen.
Find a Contractor
- Have good communication.
- Make sure that the Contractor you are looking into is a licensed contractor in your area.
- Be sure to check referrals.
- Find a Contractor that you are comfortable with and confident to get the job done.
Deciding on Cabinets
- Decide whether you want to replace or refinish.
- Choose cabinets based on the design and function of your kitchen remodel.
- The cabinets will set the tone for your kitchen remodel design.
Select Functional Countertops
- Decide which countertop material you want to use based on budget and style of your kitchen remodel design.
- Make sure the countertops fit your lifestyle.
- Make sure all cabinets are level and corners are flat before laying countertop down to avoid chipping the countertop in the future.
Fine Tune the Flooring
- Know and research the type of flooring you are looking for for your kitchen remodel.
- Be sure it fits the lifestyle of your family.
- Be sure to pick a material that not only looks good, but feels good and will also last.
Choose the Right Appliances
- This is the ultimate fusion of style and function for your kitchen remodel.
- Ask yourself: How do I use my Kitchen? What appliances do I use more than others? What appliances would I like that I currently do not have?
Choosing the Right Plumbing Fixture
- Be sure to choose the sink and faucet at same time.
- Some sinks require more holes for faucets than others.
- Be sure to consider if you want additional features, such as Hot water dispenser, soap dispenser or water purifier.
- Be sure to pick a good quality sink and faucet; this is the part of the kitchen that gets the most use.
Remember Lighting
- Be sure to provide adequate lighting for all areas of the kitchen.
- Decide if there are specific areas in your kitchen remodel design you would like light.
- Be versatile, be able to dim or brighten lights when needed.
- Lighting can be very attractive and can enhance the overall design.
- Don’t overlook the lighting in your kitchen remodel design.
As a Design+Build General Contractor, I offer my clients a one-stop shopping approach to all of their home remodeling projects. I work with my clients from initial conception of a project through its completion. Every aspect of the job is managed by me and my professional crew. You will be included in every step of the design process until the final drawings are completed. No detail is left to chance. General Contractor Specializing in Kitchen & Bathroom Design and Remodeling Throughout the Los Angeles area.
Written By:
Offer Steuer
President
OTM Designs & Remodeling, Inc.
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