Essential factors when planning a new kitchen

There are many different styles of kitchens available in the market with different price tags. However, there are a number of factors to consider BEFORE parting with your hard-earned money.

o What kind of budget do you have? Do you need to start from or can you update certain aspects?

o What type of kitchen would suit your lifestyle, home or family?

o Would you prefer a fitted kitchen instead of a chest of drawers?

o Is the current position of your kitchen within your home the best place for it or do you need to relocate it to make the most of the space within your home?

o Will a new extension be necessary to house the kitchen?

o Do you need a separate dining room?

o Do you need to open up to the living room?

o Do you need to provide an area for children? Are areas needed to play, do homework? Can you watch the children? Will the areas be safe for them? Are dangerous items out of reach?

o How much cooking will you have to do?

o Do you intend to use the space for entertainment? If so, do you prefer your guests to interact while you prepare their meals?

o Do you prefer small parties?

o How much storage do you need? Do you shop weekly, monthly, etc.?

o Do you like to have your utensils in sight or do you prefer everything to be out of sight?

o How much work surface will you need? Make sure you have enough to prepare the meal, rest the casseroles, and serve.

o Would you prefer these areas to be wood, granite, natural stone, slate, backsplash, concrete, laminate, or stainless steel? Are you prepared for surfaces to be treated regularly to keep them in top condition?

o Would you like the materials used to be ecological?

o Do you need additional sinks/drainage areas? What style of faucets will you need? Is a water softener required?

o Will you be able to easily access your fridge, sink and stove in a triangular motion? It is important not to place the fridge/freezer next to the kitchen.

o Is the refrigerator/freezer big enough for you and your family’s needs?

or Do you need a dishwasher? You may be able to buy a compact one if your kitchen is small. However, they can cost the same price as a full-size one.

o Would you like your fridge/freezer and dishwasher to be built-in?

or Would you like a built-in oven with a separate hob or a separate kitchen?

o Does the idea of ​​having a country kitchen fit into your scheme or can a basic kitchen do? Are you willing to learn how the controls work? Do you prefer gas or electricity?

o Do you need space for the laundry room or can you relocate it to a service area?

o Do you need to change the layout of your electrical or plumbing? If so, factor the cost of relocating them into your budget. Make sure reputable business people who can provide you with legal documentation do the work. Otherwise, you may have problems when it comes to selling your property.

o Are any new appliances water efficient? Are you on a water meter?

o Are any new appliances energy efficient?

o Will you need additional lighting? It is necessary to take into account the different situations that can arise in the kitchen. Lighting work areas, setting the right mood and the like will need some attention.

o What kind of flooring will you need? Do you prefer wood, stone, slate, tile, linoleum, vinyl, rubber, cork or concrete? Some surfaces won’t give you a second chance if breakable objects fall on them.

o Will it be easy to keep the kitchen clean?

or what colors do you want?

o Do you need any accessories?

When you see the kitchen of your dreams come true, enjoy it!