5 simple kitchen remodels

Kitchens

This is probably the busiest room in the house, a kitchen can serve many functions these days: cooking, eating, entertainment and gathering place for the family.

contemporary kitchen design in red and white with metal island

1. Remodel work triangle.

Designers use the kitchen work triangle to create efficient kitchen for many years. The work triangle refers to the arrangement of the three main areas of work: refrigerator, sink and stove. You do not want them too far or spend a lot of time running back and forth. Click this link to read more about the triangle.

contemporary kitchen in white and blue-work triangle

2. Consolidation kitchen with pantry 

Walk in closets are becoming very popular as they allow owners to quickly take the contents of your kitchen without having to search through cabinets. If you are tight on sofa closet can be installed in small spaces like a couple of inches wide. Traffic kitchen pantry is a great way to keep your kitchen localized in one area, so you can cook without interruption.

classic kitchen with pantry

3. Do not lose your place.

Install cabinets that go all the way to the ceiling and add baskets inside shelves to maximize storage space. Add a hanging rack for pots and pans to make some space in the cabinet.

modern kitchen in black and white with cabinets all the way to the ceiling

4. Let appliances, some of the dirty work.

DISHWASHER third rail can reduce the number of times you have to load that dishwasher. Self-cleaning ovens are everywhere today. If you are in the market for energy-efficient appliances, consider a dishwasher or even a refrigerator with an Energy Star rating. Click this link to read more about Energy Star appliances.

modern kitchen design in black and white with dishwasher and self cleaning oven

5. Create zones for children.

Counter chairs create some simple informal place for the kids to eat. Also, consider keeping snacks and drinks for children on lower shelves where they can be accessed easily.