The kitchen has become more than just a food-preparation area, and yet it remains one of the smallest rooms in the house. The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) considers any kitchen 150 square feet or smaller to be a small kitchen, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make it look more spacious with some big kitchen remodeling ideas. Here …
How do you know if you need a kitchen designer and what should be asked before beginning your kitchen remodeling design project? Hiring a kitchen or bath designer will be money well spent if you’re considering a kitchen or bathroom project that extends beyond a basic cosmetic facelift. A kitchen designer can create a kitchen plan that utilizes the square …
Even though it’s one of the smallest rooms in a house, the bathroom is a highly labor-intensive area to renovate. The sheer compactness presents challenges— even in luxuriously large baths. Within several hundred square feet or less, you will address plumbing, electrical, tile, counters, cabinetry and perhaps some extras—from audio and video features to warming drawers for towels and heated …
Functionality, value, and beauty are essential for any remodel. For kitchen remodels, have you considered adding an island to your design? Whether the island is big, small, or in a unique shape, it can add a lot of functionality to your kitchen. Be careful when choosing islands, though. You do not want to choose an island that is too large …
The kitchen should reflect your lifestyle. It should accommodate your cooking needs, provide the type of space you need for dining and offer plenty of storage. Its décor should complement your home’s architecture and set the tone for gatherings that happen there. A lot of factors play into a kitchen’s design, but the first step before choosing appliances or visiting a cabinet showroom is …
While gourmet and entertaining kitchens certainly can be outfitted with family-friendly features, some households focus entirely on creating a space that works for the hectic daily lives of everyone who lives there. This means accommodating children who might fix their own after-school snacks, a parent who needs a space to organize meals and activities, and even pets that eat in …
When planning a bathroom renovation, the first question you should ask is “What is the footprint of the bathroom, and does it work for me based on the way I live in that space? How is my bathroom space planning?” Consider what the bathroom offers you now in the form of plumbing features and fixtures (tub, shower, sink, toilet); surfaces …
