One of the most satisfying and value boosting remodeling projects takes place in the kitchen. As they say, “the kitchen is the heart of the home” so it stands to reason either a minor remodel or full-on update to the most popular gathering room for friends and family will provide years of enjoyable memories that extend far above cooking and food preparation.
With that being said, here are important factors when building or renovating your dream kitchen. Think of areas of work zones and workflow. Important features are lots of counter space and cupboards: Prep area like sink, chopping block, and trash location, and where the refrigerator stands Clean-up area where you have a large sink, dishwasher, and trash bins Baking area with good counter space for working, drawers, sink access, and close to the oven Breakfast area with space for the toaster, coffee pot, and blender Cooking area that is free from other traffic to include the range oven, refrigerator, and prep zone Visitor area for family, friends, children and guests to visit with the cook but not be in the way. Consider an island with a sitting area opposite the cook zone
There are several levels of remodeling that will enhance and improve your kitchen. Concurrently, these levels go from the least to the most involved as well as an increase in cost for each level of improvement. Depending on the current state of your kitchen cabinets, floor, countertops, appliances, layout, and what you decide to keep or replace will determine the scope and budget of your kitchen makeover.
Level 1: Cosmetic Improvements
A cosmetic remodel consists of replacing easily removed kitchen components such as appliances or cabinet hardware, giving the kitchen walls a fresh coat of paint, or update the kitchen counter backsplash
Level 2: Pull and Replace
A more dramatic, intermediate kitchen remodel resembling a “face lift” is a pull and replace of essential kitchen elements without changing the original layout. This includes cosmetic improvements along with new flooring, new cabinets, and some lighting and electrical updates. Homeowners who want a style overhaul will choose this type of contemporary kitchen remodel typically choose the pull and replace remodeling option.
Level 3: Custom Kitchen Remodeling
This level is more of total gut and complete re-do of your kitchen. It changes almost everything in your kitchen, essentially by starting over to create an entirely new kitchen space. If you want structural changes like moving walls, updating and adding electrical outlets, improving the overall function of your kitchen workspaces and flow, this is the type of kitchen renovation you want.
To learn more about the possibilities of renewing your kitchen via remodeling, give us a call!
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