Kitchen Design Centres
The Kitchen design centers are the heart of most homes and are where families come together to cook, socialize, and entertain.
There are many ways to design and remodel a kitchen. However, hiring a professional designer is often the best choice.
Floorplans
When it comes to planning a new kitchen, floorplans are a crucial part of the process. They determine how the main appliances, cabinets, and storage spaces will be arranged in your space.
A galley kitchen layout (also known as a parallel or corridor kitchen) features cabinetry and appliances on two sides of a central corridor. This floorplan saves space but can be inefficient if not designed carefully.
For a galley layout, consider consolidating counter space near the most-used appliances. You can also incorporate a pullout tower pantry or a full pantry cabinet adjacent to the galley.
Creating a floor plan is easy with Cedreo’s online kitchen planner. Use it to design kitchen layouts on the go and create beautiful 3D renderings in minutes. You can also adjust measurements and choose material types on the fly!
Cabinetry
Cabinets, which are storage boxes that usually rest on the floor, are the foundation of most kitchens. They help define the layout of the room and serve as permanent fixtures, while also defining the style of the space.
They may have doors, or they may be framed by open shelving and drawers. They can also have hidden compartments, access to which is not obvious.
Custom cabinetry is much more expensive than stock cabinets, but it’s worth the investment if you’re planning a long-lasting project. If you don’t have the budget for custom, a semi-custom option or refacing may be more affordable.
In addition to cabinet doors, you’ll want to choose cabinet frame styles, as well as whether you prefer partial overlay or full overlay. Partial-overlay cabinetry shows a gap between the doors and drawers, while full-overlay cabinetry completely covers the door and drawer fronts.
Appliances
Kitchen design centers often include appliances in their showrooms, allowing you to see how they work in a space. They can also help you find the perfect appliance for your needs and style.
The best way to make an informed decision on what you want is to understand your family’s lifestyle, how much space you have, and what you use the kitchen for. You can then consider how large the appliances you like will be and whether they meet your requirements.
You can also choose appliances with different finishes to suit your decor. Some popular finishes include wood grain, matte black stainless steel, or a vintage finish.
You can also consider integrating your appliances into the cupboards. This will create a seamless look. This can be a great option for modern kitchens, especially if you have a compact layout.
Lighting
Whether you’re planning a small kitchen or a large one, the right lighting plan can make all the difference. It can transform your space from a functional workstation to a wow-factor design feature, from making the space look bigger to highlighting key pieces and creating different atmospheres.
Typical kitchen lighting schemes include task, mood, and feature lights; the latter can be anything from a simple color-changing system to in-cupboard illumination. The most successful schemes include all three, covering hardworking areas such as prep spaces and cookers, while also providing an overall ambiance to enhance a kitchen’s style.
Task lighting is the most practical and covers the worktops and food preparation surfaces. This type of lighting can be achieved using LED light strips under cupboards, recessed lights above the island, or hanging lights.