An essential part of designing your dream home is the kitchen. Whether doing a luxury remodel, building from scratch, or working on an apartment renovation project, you’ll need to develop a Custom Kitchen design that works for your needs and style.
We have put together a list of 10 tips for designing the perfect custom kitchen to help get you started.
Designing the perfect custom kitchen does not happen overnight – it takes time and patience. Designing a kitchen is more than selecting cabinets, countertops, and appliances; but also creates a space that will meet your functional needs and accommodate the flow of everyday life. Considering these ten critical factors before you design your custom kitchen, you can ensure that it will be an efficient workspace and a pleasant place to spend time with family and friends.
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Work surface or no work surface?
Kitchens come in all shapes, sizes, and layouts – from big islands to small alcoves. Which brings up the deciding factor: work surface? Is it essential to have a large work surface, or are you more interested in cooking and eating at your leisure?
Small kitchens can feel cramped when you’re trying to do any cooking, but if you’re working on something small like a cake, you may find it a perfect place for working without having to hold onto your work surface. If your kitchen is large enough, it should be easy to find an area that will fit both cooking and working spaces.
If you have a large kitchen, we suggest adding a worktop island to the center of your kitchen. You can pull up chairs around the island and work on your recipes while you baste, flip, or dredge. You don’t need to use the entire surface area of the island – a small area at one end can be perfect for holding things that need to be organized and stored in the back of your pantry.
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Choose countertops
The countertop you choose will be one of the most important things in determining how your kitchen works. When it comes to countertops, it’s all about how they look and how they feel. You want a material that is easy to clean, holds up well over time and sunlight, doesn’t stain easily, and is easy to maintain – or you can consider quartz as an alternative that can last a lifetime if properly cared for.
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Choose your appliances
Who doesn’t love the sound of a working kitchen? Having the right appliances can make all the difference in your design. Choose pots, pans, and bakeware that are well-matched for each other and your cooking style. You might want something simple like a roasting pan to take advantage of an open flame, or perhaps you want an electric grill if you like to cook for large numbers at once.
Materials are also necessary, especially for baking and roasting pans. For instance, glass bakeware can be oven-safe but can’t be used in the dishwasher. Stainless steel is easy to clean and durable but needs to be cared for properly, or rust will build up quickly. Copper pans are excellent for baking and roasting, but they require constant care to keep their shine and need extra-heavy utensils for stirring.
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Lighting
Lighting is essential for seeing your food while cooking and creating a pleasing ambiance in your kitchen. In addition, lighting will make cleaning, food prep, and cooking easier. Considering what kind of lighting will be best for your kitchen, consider energy efficiency, brightness level or output (lumens), color temperature (in Kelvin), and lamp life.
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Accessorize your kitchen
If you have a large kitchen, you’ll want to fill it with the right accessories. Your kitchen is more than just counters and appliances – it’s a place for relaxing, visiting with family and friends, and enjoying the company of others. Where are you going to put extra chairs? A coffee table? How about flowers on the countertop? You may also need hooks or racks for your pots, pans, napkins, or dishes while they dry.
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Living in a small space?
You must consider your storage options if you live in a small space. Also you can have a well-designed kitchen, but it won’t function properly if there isn’t enough storage for the utensils and appliances you need. Keep that in mind when designing your apartment or condo kitchen. Make sure that whatever you are cooking will fit on your counters and in your pantry.
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Accessories for the kitchen
Suppose there is a space in your kitchen that you need to fill with a unique piece of furniture. Add it to your design. Your kitchen is a focal point of the room, so think about what accessories you’ll need to make it function best. Depending on your plan, you may only need something as simple as an extra shelf or an extra comfortable chair. If your kitchen is large, you may want countertops and benches to hold pots, pans, and dishes.
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Personalize your kitchen
If you are going for a more home-like design, consider making the area around your table a casual and comfortable place for guests or for private use by family members like yourself. Upholstery on the chairs or couches can be a great way to personalize your kitchen. Adding accessories will also give the room a sense of identity and style.
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How do you want to use your kitchen?
You can go with a basic design if you want a place to cook dinner. If you would like a fancy space for entertaining, larger appliances and more storage will be necessary. If there are multiple people in the family, it is essential to plan how much space there will be for each person. Being realistic about the amount of storage and storage space needed is necessary if you don’t have enough room.
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Staying on budget
If you are working with a limited budget, there are some great ways to create a beautiful and functional room. The real challenge is keeping things in balance. You can’t have the best appliances if you don’t have enough countertops for them, but you can save on materials by doing some of the work yourself.
With all these considerations, designing your kitchen should be an exciting experience that brings you years of pleasure with family and friends. So enjoy your time and get started!
If you have any questions about designing your kitchen, feel free to contact the talented professionals at Bay Remodeling Kitchen & Bathroom with any questions you may have. Bay Remodeling Kitchen & Bathroom has been transforming kitchens and bathroom spaces for a Long time. Our full-service, high-quality kitchen and bath remodeling company has consistently gained national recognition for our superior craftsmanship, attention to detail, finished product quality and customer service. Contact us with any questions about your next kitchen or bathroom remodel!
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