A kitchen is probably the most important remodeling project you will ever undertake. So much of daily living takes place here that you will want to make it a close match to your lifestyle and personality. Plan it carefully with your professional remodeler and you will be rewarded in home value and enhanced quality of life.
To create a kitchen that will be a lifelong heart of your home first plan what activities will take place in your kitchen.
Besides the obvious basic meal preparation there are many more things to consider when planning your space.
Do you have children and/or pets? (homework counters, pantries for petfood)
Do you need a small computer/office area to do bills, search for recipes?(desk space, computer, tv)
Are there 2 or more cooks working at once? (counter space, sinks, wide traffic area)
What types of food preparation do you do? (baking, roasting, sauces, grilling, soups, steaming)
Do you want people to socialize in your kitchen? (seating, table, island with stools)
Do you own a lot of accessory appliances, decorative kitchen pieces, and/or cookbooks? (cabinets, closets, shelving, display)
