Remodeling Your Kitchen

Thinking of remodeling your kitchen? Well, whether you live alone or have a big family, your kitchen deserves proper attention and care. The kitchen space has to be organized suitably to accommodate all the essentials—pots and pans, plates, silverware, salt and pepper shakers, and that awesome cheese grater you got as a wedding gift from Uncle Ralph—as well as all the food itself.

In addition to this, the kitchen must be kept clean and hygienic to avoid the growth of germs, bacteria, and insects that can make you and your family sick. But, with a sink, food waste, and dishes, it can sometimes become difficult to handle the kitchen—especially if there is barely enough room to cook—and a very old or poorly-designed kitchen can make this task even worse.

However, that is not the case when you have a modern, well-modeled kitchen equipped with the latest technology—and this is precisely why people start to think about remodeling. In this article, the New Jersey home remodel experts at Barrister are going to look at a few aspects of the kitchen remodeling process.

Plan Your Budget

Remodeling the kitchen can become a costly affair, and it’s important to know how much you can spend on the project. We often work with clients who are remodeling their kitchen as part of a much larger home remodeling project—but whatever the situation, make sure you are upfront with your contractor with what you can and can’t afford. This means that those marble countertops you’ve always wanted may need to be substituted for something else—or you’ll need to make substitutions elsewhere.

Often the highest cost in kitchen remodeling goes towards the cabinet construction and hardware, as well as appliances—that why you should seek expert advice and talk to your contractor about the best choices for what to put in the new kitchen.

Evaluate Your Needs

Do you host dinner parties often, or are you just eating with the family? Assess your kitchen remodeling requirements depending on how you handle food in your kitchen and how often you cook and use your kitchen. It will give you an idea about the types of kitchen essentials and cooking devices you will need, from the type and number of ovens you want, the microwave, and the fridge, to the counter space required and where you’ll store your pots and pans: in the drawers, or from a ceiling rack, for example. You’ll also need to think about the floor plan for the kitchen, and how it fits into the rest of the house.

Practicality vs. Aesthetics

When it comes to kitchen remodeling, there are two types of people: first, those who desire a kitchen renovation based on their needs and uses, and the second type of people who go for kitchen modernization solely for the purpose to making it look good. At Barrister, we try to do a blend of each; that is, a great-looking kitchen that also serves your purposes, whether it’s hosting huge dinner parties or keeping things chic and minimal. Thus, while both types of remodeling styles are great, you might need to find a middle ground between them for a sustainable solution.

For example, if you have budget restrictions, you might go for marble or soapstone on your countertops, or even granite. This is where you need to also decide if you like the look of polished concrete floor or a warm-looking hardwood floor, what kind of backsplash you want, the textures of the space, as well as the layout, for example needing a breakfast nook or an island.

Appliances

If you are a regular cook, you might need various appliances to prepare different kinds of meals. With more appliances comes the need for more cabinet space, as well as a different look. Some people prefer the chrome while others prefer a more blended look of their fridge.

Consider Trends In Remodeling Your Kitchen

Kitchen spaces are constantly changing. All thanks to the manufacturing of new robust, heat-resistance, and durable materials; upgraded and efficient devices equipped with the latest technology; and cookware sets with improvised designs that make cooking a hassle-free job. Therefore, it is a smart decision to consider trends while planning the remodeling of your kitchen. This isn’t only accomplished by consulting fashion magazines, but talking with your builder about what you need—as they can give you honest feedback about what’s practical in the space and what’s not.

Next Steps For Remodeling Your Kitchen

After reading some of these important ideas for kitchen remodeling — your budget, your exact requirements, the aesthetics of what you like, as well as current trends, the next step is to talk to your construction company. For nearly forty years, Barrister has been building communities and custom homes in New Jersey, and we have a history of happy customers.

We’d love to chat about your remodeling project, so give us a call at (201) 891-7774 today.