When it comes to kitchen design, professionals often hear the same complaints from homeowners about what is wrong with their kitchens. Most of these issues stem from a space not having been built with the current owners’ needs in mind. The good thing is that a home remodel with DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Huntsville can solve an array of kitchen-related problems!
Common Kitchen Challenges
Insufficient Storage
One of the most common kitchen layout problems is insufficient storage space. In small kitchens, this can easily lead to clutter and frustration. But with careful planning and imagination, you can fully maximize your kitchen space. For example, kitchen corner units can take advantage of previously untapped space. Another option for smaller kitchens is upper cabinets extending to the ceiling.
From the early stage of design, it is important to map out your storage needs to ensure you include enough space and, in the long term, achieve a productive and relaxed atmosphere.
Poor Workflow
A kitchen with a poor layout will make you work much harder than necessary. Ideally, your cooking and dining space should have a workflow that caters to your individual needs. For this to happen, your remodeler will inquire about your lifestyle, from your day-to-day routine to the number of people that live in your home, who normally cooks and their preferred cooking style. All this information contributes to the proper planning of your kitchen remodel.
Inadequate Ventilation
Proper ventilation in the kitchen allows for the removal of steam, grease and cooking smells. Otherwise, they can linger on your clothes or furniture, which is particularly unpleasant in open-concept homes. For a range hood, choose a quality model and ensure that you select the correct size of ducting to fit your chosen hood. This should make for effective and energy-efficient extraction.
Improper Lighting
A poorly lit kitchen is no fun to work in. Task lighting is crucial as it focuses direct light on important locations like the countertop, stove and sink. Without additional lighting under upper cabinets, the cabinets can cast shadows and dim the surface, making food prep more difficult than it should be. During a remodel, consider adding recessed lighting to the underside of your upper cabinets and installing pendant lights over an island to sufficiently illuminate these areas.
Let’s Start a Conversation!
When it is time to transform your cooking and dining space, trust DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Huntsville. Our kitchen renovation team aims to deliver the style and comfort you deserve. Call (256) 670-1834 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment. Our service areas include Huntsville, Madison, New Hope and Gurley.
