Top 5
Many of us are time-poor and feel swamped with work and home commitments so the idea of building a new kitchen or renovating one can seem overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be and one of the best things you can do is to break it down into what’s important. So here are 5 kitchen design considerations you and everyone should be thinking about.
Cherished space
The first one is defining what a kitchen means to you. For many people, the kitchen is becoming the most vital and cherished room in the house. It’s the space where everyone gathers, talks, eats and it’s the hearth of the home where memories are made and cherished. It can be the most social room in the whole house.
Complete or partial refurb
Another kitchen design consideration is how much time, energy and money are you interested in investing in your kitchen. Obviously, your budget does dictate what you can and cannot do. If it’s a complete makeover that you may have been waiting a long time for, the design and finishes will be paramount to you. Considerations will include the cupboards, appliances, floors and integrated spaces you’d like – and perhaps your budget will reflect this. Be prepared too, to allow a fair bit of time for the build, as it can sometimes take longer than anticipated.
Who’s the boss?
Depending on your circumstances, would you be looking for someone else to oversee your kitchen build or would you be willing to project manage all – or some – of it? Consider how much time you have and whether you would be better off giving the job to an expert. If you do decide to project manage it yourself, what skills do you bring to the table?
Values & tastes
What are the latest kitchen design trends that are important to you? Would you want your new kitchen to be energy-efficient? Or how environmentally friendly do you want it to be? This is another important kitchen design consideration to keep in mind.
The right choice
Last, but by no means least, how will you go about choosing a kitchen design company that will reflect your vision, price point, customer service and attention to detail? It’s a job a company such as ours welcomes because we’re experienced and we know how important it is to be happy with the end result.
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