Essential Kitchen Features for Today’s Fast-Paced Lifestyle



DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park offers more than just an honest kitchen quote. We’re also dedicated to one-on-one attention and delivering designs that fit your needs. We understand how vital it is to have a kitchen designed for efficiency, comfort, and style, so with our skills and experience, you can count on us to design what’s best for your fast-paced lifestyle. To give you an idea, here are some key elements that such kitchens must have to meet the needs of busy families.

Spacious and Functional Layout

Given frequent use, a good kitchen layout is crucial for busy households. An ideal kitchen space ensures a smooth workflow, with designated zones for different activities like food preparation, cooking and serving, and cleanup, eliminating movement between distant points and saving precious time.

Ample Storage

A bustling kitchen should have efficient storage solutions that provide a space for everything, encourage easy access, and increase functionality to reduce prep and cooking times. Utilize pull-out shelves, lazy Susans, and drawer dividers to maximize storage efficiency. Considering items like your tallest cereal box or giant pot, get custom cabinetry, innovative pantries, and practical islands that can store everything logically and conveniently.

Quality Appliances

While it’s tempting to economize on appliances, investing in dependable, high-performance appliances can save you time, effort, and money in the long run. A spacious refrigerator, dishwasher, and a powerful range are essential.

Easy-to-Clean Surfaces

In a hustle-and-bustle kitchen, cleaning up should be the least of your worries. Materials like quartz or granite countertops are stylish and resistant to scratches, stains, and heat, ensuring they cut your clean-up time and keep your kitchen looking pristine for longer.

Flexible and Multifunctional Features

The unpredictable nature of modern life demands features that can adapt. Flexible and space-saving solutions such as retractable tables, convertible islands, and movable trolleys add to the functionality of a busy kitchen.

Durable Flooring

A busy kitchen sees tremendous foot traffic with the potential for spills and messes. Adding durable, slip-resistant, easy-to-clean flooring to your kitchen estimate is essential. Experts will work with you to find the best flooring option, from low-maintenance tiles to water-resistant laminate to pieces that keep up with your household’s pace while matching your taste.

Comfortable Seating

A busy kitchen is much more than just a place to cook — it’s often where families gather and friends share a meal. Offering a comfortable seating arrangement can turn your kitchen into a communal hub. Incorporate seating solutions like cozy banquettes, chic barstools, or practical island seating that accommodates quality time spent in the kitchen.

Smart Integration

Apart from it being a domain of appliances, smart integration can also permeate every aspect of a kitchen, from responsive lighting to touchless faucets. These modern features can elevate your kitchen experience by adding efficiency and convenience. 

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Fitting your chaotic, bustling lifestyle into a peaceful, practical, and beautiful kitchen is not just a dream. With us, it’s a reality we can co-create. If you’re searching “kitchen remodeler near me” online, be sure to check out the services offered at DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park. Call us today at (952) 522-3008, for a no-obligation kitchen quote. You can also check out our contact page to get started. We serve homeowners in Minneapolis, Bloomington, Deephaven, Edina, Excelsior, Golden Valley and surrounding communities.

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